Watercraft Inspector - Goodhue County
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Outdoor / Nature, Environmental Science
Watercraft Inspector
The Watercraft Inspector position serves to inform and educate the public to the threats of ecologically harmful aquatic invasive species to Minnesota's waters. Inspectors will also undergo training of MN DNR protocols and perform thorough inspections on all incoming or outgoing watercraft at multiple lakes throughout Goodhue County. Inspectors will work at public water access sites educating the public by providing information to watercraft users and conducting a brief survey while inspecting watercraft for invasive species.
Other duties include assisting with postings and educational materials at access sites, invasive species removal, and other natural resource projects. Part Time Positions Only:
Mid-May through September
Location:
Lake Byllesby, Public Water Access at the Goodhue County Park This is a great job for students, teachers and ages 55+! Duties:
Educate the public on the AIS program and current issues. Distribute literature/pamphlets. Inspection of watercraft for invasive species (inbound and outbound). Conduct verbal surveys. Documentation of inspection activities. Maintain current knowledge of best practices while inspecting watercraft
Qualifications:
Verbal communication and customer relations experience. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks in a professional setting. Willingness to work outdoors and in the various Minnesota weather conditions. Willing to work weekends and holidays. Shifts will be on Friday's, Saturday's, and Sunday's within your availability. Typical shifts are scheduled 9am-5pm. Requires walking, standing, and moving about the boat launch area to a significant degree depending on traffic.
Salary: $15.00-$17.50 per hour (depending on qualifications)
City:
Cannon Falls, MN State/Province:
Minnesota Country:
United States Zip/Postal Code: 55009
Waterfront Restoration's mission is to preserve Minnesota lakes and protect them from these invasive species and other AIS threats.
Compensation: $15.00-$17.50 Hourly Base (DOQ) + Monthly Performance Bonus
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