TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Mesa County

About the role

The primary responsibility is to support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection & decontamination at locations throughout Northwest Colorado, as needed. Work will either be completed independently or in pairs to inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels. Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir.

Responsibilities

• Support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection & decontamination at locations throughout Northwest Colorado, as needed.
• Inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels.
• Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir.
• Support the Western Slope Invasive Species Specialist by performing a variety of tasks including: public outreach, sampling and monitoring, quality control assessment, inventory management, distribution of supplies (including trailered boats/power washer units) to field locations, and data entry.

Requirements

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Knowledge of boat and trailer anatomy, ability to trailer boats/decontamination (power washer) units on highways and steep mountain roads.
• Must be willing to be flexible with the weekday and weekend work schedule, as field work may be dictated by weather.
• Experience with Microsoft Word applications required – Word, Excel, Access.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or higher education.

Supplemental Information

• The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.
• The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.
• The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
• As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

Additional Information

• Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help: Call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time).
• Background screening may be required for placement in this position.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.