TEMPORARY Invasive Species Outreach & Education Technician Mesa

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) – PAYING $18.00 PER HOUR. EMPLOYMENT STARTS 05/03/2026 THROUGH 10/31/2026. 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.

The mission of Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, provide a quality state parks system, and offer enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources.

• Support the State Invasive Species Program through public outreach to non‑motorized water recreation groups.
• Operate a mobile self‑serve cleaning system throughout the Western Slope, educating outfitters, anglers, hunters, and non‑motorized watercraft users about invasive species and proper cleaning procedures.
• Provide surveys, attend user group events and expositions, and educate recreational outfitters.
• Report to the James M. Robb Corn Lake State Park for assignment; boat inspection and outreach training will be provided.
• When outreach is not needed, support the Program Manager and Invasive Species Specialists with watercraft inspection and decontamination, quality‑control assessment, inventory management, technical‑report review, distribution of supplies to field locations, and data entry.
• Perform regular overnight travel and long‑distance driving; early‑morning, evening, and weekend work are required.

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Ability to trailer decontamination units on highways and steep mountain roads.
• Flexibility with weekday and weekend work schedule, as field work may be dictated by weather.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or higher education.

• Workers expected to drive a state‑owned vehicle must maintain a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any state‑owned vehicle.
• Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for workers who: have an assigned state fleet vehicle, are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position, or utilize a state fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success. 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. 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.

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 performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_