TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Mesa County

Full Job Description

Requirements

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. The position will report directly to the James M. Robb Corn Lake Office for assignment.
Boat inspection training will be provided. When assistance at field watercraft inspection and decontamination sites is not needed, the position will 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.
This position requires regular overnight travel and distance driving. Early morning, evening & weekend work required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory.
2. Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
3. Knowledge of boat and trailer anatomy, ability to trailer boats/decontamination (power washer) units on highways and steep mountain roads.
4. Must be willing to be flexible with the weekday and weekend work schedule, as field work may be dictated by weather.
5. Experience with Microsoft Word applications required – Word, Excel, Access
6. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are required.
7. Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences or higher education.

Additional 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. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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