Carver County, MN
AIS Watercraft Inspector - Temporary Positions Available
Carver County, MN, Chaska, Minnesota, United States, 55318
Salary:
$15.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Location :
Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type:
Seasonal
Job Number:
02773
Division:
Public Services
Department:
Planning & Water Management
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
JOB SUMMARY
The Watercraft Inspector serves to inform and educate the public to the threats of ecologically harmful aquatic invasive species to Minnesota's waters. Inspectors 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 the coordinator with access postings, assisting Law Enforcement with access checks, invasive plant removal; conduct other research in partnership with different departments/organizations and other natural resource projects.
We are currently recruiting for two levels:
*Level I Watercraft Inspector :
Level I Watercraft Inspectors will be required to attend and pass a MN DNR inspection training course and will be responsible for public education, watercraft inspections for Aquatic Invasive Species, documentation and reporting, on-site surveys and sample collection. Pay Range is $15.00-$18.00 per hour.
*Level II Watercraft Inspector:
Level II Watercraft Inspectors will be required to attend a MN DNR decontamination training course in addition to a MN DNR inspection training course. A Level II inspector will have the same responsibilities as a Level I, but will also be certified to perform decontamination services using hot, high-pressure water and will be required to drive County vehicles. Pay Range is $16.00-$19.00 per hour.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES•Educate the public on invasive species program and issues•Distribute written information to watercraft users•Inspect watercraft for invasive species•Conduct a verbal survey & inspection inventory•Document and record research activities•Provide excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with the public and in an office and field setting.•Work independently with minimal supervision•Communicate effectively.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•At least 18 years of age.•Available to work weekends, weekdays and holidays throughout employment between 6am - 8 pm.•A Valid Minnesota Driver's License.•Available to work in multiple locations throughout Carver County.
SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS
All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation.
No benefits for STOc positions
01
Are you 18 years of age or older?
YesNo
02
Are you available and willing to work weekends, weekdays and holidays between August and October during the hours of 6 am - 8 pm?
YesNo
03
Do you have a valid driver's license?
YesNo
04
Are you able to attend half-day mandatory MN DNR training at a TBD location in the Metro area prior to performing watercraft inspections?
YesNo
05
Are you able to report to a variety of work locations in Carver County?
YesNo
06
Please select the months in which you are available to work weekdays and weekends between 5am - 8 pm:
AugustSeptemberOctoberNovember (if applicable)
07
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working with the public?
None/less than one yearOne year to less than two yearsTwo years or more
08
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working independently with minimal supervision?
None/less than one yearOne year to less than two yearsTwo years or more
Required Question
$15.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Location :
Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type:
Seasonal
Job Number:
02773
Division:
Public Services
Department:
Planning & Water Management
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
JOB SUMMARY
The Watercraft Inspector serves to inform and educate the public to the threats of ecologically harmful aquatic invasive species to Minnesota's waters. Inspectors 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 the coordinator with access postings, assisting Law Enforcement with access checks, invasive plant removal; conduct other research in partnership with different departments/organizations and other natural resource projects.
We are currently recruiting for two levels:
*Level I Watercraft Inspector :
Level I Watercraft Inspectors will be required to attend and pass a MN DNR inspection training course and will be responsible for public education, watercraft inspections for Aquatic Invasive Species, documentation and reporting, on-site surveys and sample collection. Pay Range is $15.00-$18.00 per hour.
*Level II Watercraft Inspector:
Level II Watercraft Inspectors will be required to attend a MN DNR decontamination training course in addition to a MN DNR inspection training course. A Level II inspector will have the same responsibilities as a Level I, but will also be certified to perform decontamination services using hot, high-pressure water and will be required to drive County vehicles. Pay Range is $16.00-$19.00 per hour.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES•Educate the public on invasive species program and issues•Distribute written information to watercraft users•Inspect watercraft for invasive species•Conduct a verbal survey & inspection inventory•Document and record research activities•Provide excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with the public and in an office and field setting.•Work independently with minimal supervision•Communicate effectively.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•At least 18 years of age.•Available to work weekends, weekdays and holidays throughout employment between 6am - 8 pm.•A Valid Minnesota Driver's License.•Available to work in multiple locations throughout Carver County.
SCORED EXAMINATION PROCESS
All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, and background investigation.
No benefits for STOc positions
01
Are you 18 years of age or older?
YesNo
02
Are you available and willing to work weekends, weekdays and holidays between August and October during the hours of 6 am - 8 pm?
YesNo
03
Do you have a valid driver's license?
YesNo
04
Are you able to attend half-day mandatory MN DNR training at a TBD location in the Metro area prior to performing watercraft inspections?
YesNo
05
Are you able to report to a variety of work locations in Carver County?
YesNo
06
Please select the months in which you are available to work weekdays and weekends between 5am - 8 pm:
AugustSeptemberOctoberNovember (if applicable)
07
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working with the public?
None/less than one yearOne year to less than two yearsTwo years or more
08
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working independently with minimal supervision?
None/less than one yearOne year to less than two yearsTwo years or more
Required Question