Seasonal Watercraft Inspector

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Anoka County Government Center time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R6015

Job Posting End Date:
August 30, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $13.50 per hour. The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance!
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application.
** Position Description
** The Anoka County Parks mission is as a department of Anoka County, our mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy. The department has an immediate opening for Seasonal Watercraft Inspector who will perform various duties.

Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include assisting with access postings, assisting law enforcement with access checks, and invasive plant removal.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
** Pay & Benefits
*** Salary: $13.50 per hour.
* Advancement/professional development opportunities.
** Work Location
*** This position will work throughout Anoka County at various locations, including Lake George, Coon Lake, Linwood Lake, Crooked Lake, Lake Peltier, Lake Centerville, and more.
* Expected work hours are varied including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, for 25-40 hours per week. This may include extended hours on weekends and holidays as required.
** Job Duties and Responsibilities*
* * These examples are not all-inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Seasonal Watercraft Inspector.
** Assist with access postings, assisting law enforcement with access checks, and invasive plant removal.
* Inform and educate the public about invasive species programs, regulations, prevention measures, and the consequences of infestation. Attend festivals and schools presenting education on boat cleanliness and the importance of clean water.
* Inspect watercraft at public access sites for invasive species and conduct brief verbal surveys and inspection inventories to help track, contain, and monitor AIS.
* Support grant funding programs and applicable associations requesting treatment and training.
** Qualifications and Requirements:
**** Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
*** Requires high school diploma.
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
* Must be available for evening and weekend hours.
* Successfully pass driver’s license background check
** Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
*** Pursuing a degree in fisheries, wildlife, biology, natural resource management, or related field, or an equivalent combination of job-related experience
* Knowledge of aquatic invasive species to include identification, laws and regulations, related threats and issues, and safe methods of transport.
** Physical Demands and Work Conditions
*** Indoor and outdoor county worksites in all weather conditions depending on assignment.
* Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
* Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.
* Physical activity may include repeated…