Temporary Invasive Species Technician – Broadway, Denver

Job Description

Primary responsibility is to support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection and decontamination. Independently inspect and decontaminate boats voluntarily coming to the office site, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels. The position will be responsible for regular maintenance and proper use of the decontamination unit. The position will provide public outreach on aquatic invasive species by providing printed material to those visiting the office.

Collection, preservation and proper documentation of possible ANS specimens brought into the office by customers.

Other duties include administrative work such as filing, maintaining inventory, managing the supply warehouse, answering phone calls, preparing materials for field trainings, loading and unloading vehicles, reviewing and editing technical reports, and participating in the development of maps, training materials, educational materials, and protocol manuals. A large amount of data entry work is involved.

Hours will be from 9:00 am–5:00 pm Monday through Friday. A small amount of weekend work is required.

• A good driving record is mandatory.
• 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.
• Previous experience working in or managing a warehouse.
• Previous experience performing administrative duties outlined above.
• At least 6 months of experience performing data entry, with fast and accurate typing ability.

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.
• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle.

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.

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.

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