TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Grand Junction

Overview

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT DATES: STARTS 04/12/2026 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.

Agency: Colorado Department of Natural Resources

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

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

This position is: critical for the protection of natural resources from non-native species that threaten wildlife, drinking water/irrigation and all water related outdoor recreation in the State of Colorado. The position is intended to travel regularly to provide coverage at watercraft inspection locations as needed, including assisting with seasonal opening and closures, sampling and monitoring, outreach and education, and distribution of supplies.

Specific Duties may include:

• Primary responsibility is to support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection & decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado, as needed.
• Work will either be completed independently or in pairs to inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, or at roadside checkpoints with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels.
• Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by collecting survey information and providing guidance on best practices to prevent the spread of invasive species. Includes attending public events.
• When assistance at watercraft inspection and decontamination sites is not needed, the position will support the Program Manager and Invasive Species Specialists by performing a variety of tasks including: quality control assessment, sampling and monitoring, inventory management, education and outreach, reviewing and editing technical reports, distribution of supplies to field locations, and data entry.
• The position will report directly to the office at the James M. Robb Corn Lake Section for assignment. Boat inspection and outreach training will be provided.
• This position requires regular overnight travel and distance driving. Early morning, evening & weekend work required.

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Must be willing to be flexible with the weekday and weekend work schedule
• Early morning, evening, and weekend work required.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are required.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or comparable work experience.
• Knowledge of boat and trailer anatomy, ability to trailer boats/decontamination (power washer) units on highways and steep mountain roads.

Experience with Microsoft Word applications – Word, Excel, Access.

Additional notes
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Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review 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.

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