Watercraft Inspector - Scott County Lakes

Job Description

Job Description

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 Scott 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

This is a great job for students, teachers and people 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 odd hours and in adverse weather.
  
• Willing to work weekends and holidays
  
• Requires walking, standing, and moving about the boat launch area to a significant degree depending on traffic.
  

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