Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector - Law Compliance Rep

Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector - Law Compliance Rep 1

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The Division of Ecological and Water Resources is seeking to hire one (1) permanent seasonal Authorized Level 2 Watercraft Inspector located in Brainerd, Minnesota with anticipated season dates from mid-April through the end of October. Employees may be placed on seasonal layoff status at the end of each season and recalled at the beginning of the next season. These positions provide service to the State of Minnesota by educating the public about harmful invasive species, inspecting watercraft for aquatic invasive species, and assisting watercraft users with decontamination of their watercraft.

Citizens are provided with training and education about the prevention of aquatic invasive species (AIS) transport.

• Inspect and decontaminate watercraft and water‑related equipment according to DNR protocols so that equipment meets compliance with aquatic invasive species laws and regulations.
• Use computers or tablets proficiently to participate in online meetings or trainings and gather survey data during inspections and decontaminations.
• Assist conservation officers as assigned by the Regional Watercraft Inspection Supervisor so that check stations are operated efficiently, and violation reports are timely and accurate.
• Maintain mechanical equipment so that the unit(s) are kept in safe working condition, and down‑time due to breakdowns are kept at a minimum.
• Complete administrative duties as assigned in a timely manner so that the needs of the program are met.

This position requires the incumbent to physically crawl and/or climb under/around/into watercraft and trailers to visually inspect, to do the same while pulling hoses and operating high pressure, hot water decontamination equipment, and to load/unload/lift/carry high pressure/hot water equipment weighing up to 75 pounds, using proper Personal Protective Equipment and following safety procedures.

Salary Range: $20.68 – $27.72 per hour; $42,428 – $56,877 per year

• Strong human relations and negotiation skills sufficient to interact with watercraft operators in a professional, tactful, yet persuasive manner that can achieve voluntary compliance.
• Communication skills sufficient to effectively explain the law, requirements and procedures; to listen well and respond appropriately; to answer questions, and to inform operators of the consequences of non‑compliance.
• Knowledge of natural resource management issues and environmental and biological processes sufficient to educate watercraft users about aquatic invasive species and to correctly identify a variety of invasive species in order to determine compliance or corrective action.
• Excellent communication skills necessary to prepare clear, concise inspection reports documenting non‑compliance, and to relay information to watercraft inspection program supervisors and law enforcement.

• Maintain professional, calm and helpful demeanor in all circumstances, sufficient to represent the Department of Natural Resources positively.
• Operate and maintain medium to heavy equipment using proper Personal Protective Equipment and following safety procedures.
• Gather data through observation and asking questions sufficient to prepare and provide accurate reports that could serve as basis for legal or corrective action.
• Effectively manage assigned workload by working independently with minimal supervision, sufficient to complete work duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of a variety of types of watercraft.
• Three or more months experience conducting inspections for compliance with statutes, regulations or licensing requirements.
• An associate's or bachelor's degree in the areas of law enforcement, natural resource management, biology, ecology or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience applying statutory requirements to factual situations with a…