TEMPORARY Watercraft Inspector & Decontaminator Lead & NON Lead Jumbo Reservoir State Wildlife Area

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00 - $19.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS 04/11/2026 - 10/11/2026

This posting is for both LEAD and STAFF Watercraft Inspector & Decontaminator. In supplemental questions please specify which you are applying.

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. 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.

• Perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities according to state regulations and standard protocols at Jumbo Reservoir near Crook, Colorado.
• For Lead: provide on‑the‑job training to inspection staff, create schedules and ensure all shifts are covered during operational hours, collect and verify accurate time‑keeping records for payroll purposes, work with area work lead to resolve staff and customer challenges, and recommend hiring/firing decisions to area work lead.
• Ensure inspection station staff follow standardized protocols by performing quality‑control assessments on a monthly basis.
• Ensure accurate and complete data entry by all inspection station staff.
• Maintain inventory of all required supplies, perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on power washer/decontamination unit.
• Provide public outreach on aquatic invasive species.
• Early morning, evening, and weekend work is required.
• For Staff: inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels, either independently or in pairs.
• Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by distributing printed material to those visiting the reservoir.
• Report directly to the boat ramp.
• Receive boat inspection training and perform duties independently as required.

• For Lead: good driving record, able to work weekends, early mornings, and late evenings, good written and verbal communication skills, excellent customer service experience, reliable and timely, self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• For Staff: able to work weekends, early mornings, and late evenings, good written and verbal communication skills, excellent customer service experience desired, reliable and timely, self‑motivated and able to work independently.

• High school diploma.
• Experience working with boats, trailers, power washers, small engines, & heavy equipment preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access.

Workers who will be expected to drive a State‑owned vehicle must maintain a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving. Motor Vehicle Records will be pulled 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.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

The Department of Natural Resources assists individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodation requests throughout the employment process. Contact the ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_ to discuss accommodations.

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the Right to Work for all newly‑hired employees. Employees are required to complete section 1 of the I‑9 form upon acceptance of a job offer letter, no later than the first day of employment, and submit original documents within three days to verify eligibility.