TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Broadway, Denver

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $20.50 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS 04/12/2020 THROUGH 10/31/2020

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 is an important position for the protection of natural resources from non-native species that threaten wildlife, drinking water/irrigation and all water-related outdoor recreation in the State of Colorado.

• Primary responsibility is to support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection & decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado, as needed.
• Work will either be completed independently or in pairs to inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels.
• Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir.
• The position will report directly to the Program Office for assignment. Boat inspection training will be provided.
• When assistance at watercraft inspection and decontamination sites is not needed, the position will support the Program Manager and Invasive Species Specialists by performing a variety of tasks including quality control assessment, inventory management, reviewing and editing technical reports, distribution of supplies to field locations, and data entry.
• This position requires regular overnight travel and distance driving. Early morning, evening & weekend work required.

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Must be willing to be flexible with the weekday and weekend work schedule.
• Early morning, evening, and weekend work required.
• 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.

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. 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 providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program’s Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the Electronic System established by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to verify identity and employment eligibility. On or after the first day of employment, new hires must submit original documents to verify eligibility.