TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Grand

Temporary Position – 9 Months or Less • $19.50 per hour

Employment starts 04/21/2026 through 10/31/2026.

A customer service based position that involves inspecting for invasive Zebra/Quagga Mussels, Milfoil or other plant species on boats and personal watercraft at an inspection point on the park. This role supports the protection of natural resources from non-native species that threaten wildlife, drinking water, irrigation and all water‑related outdoor recreation in Colorado.

• Support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection and decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado.
• Inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, either independently or in pairs, focusing on invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels.
• Provide public outreach on aquatic invasive species topics, distributing printed material to visitors.
• Report directly to the Program Office; receive training for boat inspection.
• When not needed on watercraft, assist the Program Manager and Invasive Species Specialists with quality‑control assessment, inventory management, editing technical reports, distribution of supplies, and data entry.
• Travel regularly, including overnight stays, and work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Willingness to be flexible with weekday and weekend work schedules.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational 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 and decontamination units on highways and mountain roads.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.

Hourly wage of $19.50 per hour. This is a temporary, 9‑month or less position. Continuous training will be provided.

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 serve them enthusiastically. In all aspects of the employment process, we provide 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. We will assist individuals who have a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, participating in the pre‑employment testing, and performing essential job functions where requested accommodations do not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADA Acknowledgment Coordinator, Anna Kargobai‑Murray at a or call 303‑866‑2667 x8647.