TEMPORARY Watercraft Inspector & Decontaminator Crew Lead & NON Lead –Ruedi Reservoir

Description Of Job

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

Perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities according to state regulations and standard protocols at Ruedi Reservoir near Meredith, Colorado. Early morning, evening & weekend work required.

• Non-Lead Inspector:
  Perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities at Ruedi Reservoir; inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels; provide public outreach by distributing printed material to visitors.
• Lead Inspector:
  Perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities at Ruedi Reservoir; serve as site lead, provide on-the-job training to inspection staff, create schedules, ensure shifts are covered, verify timekeeping for payroll, and make hiring/firing recommendations to the Invasive Species Specialist. Ensure staff follow standardized protocols, perform monthly quality control assessments, maintain data entry accuracy, manage inventory of supplies, perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on the power washer/decontamination unit, and provide public outreach on aquatic invasive species.
  
  Early morning, evening, and weekend work is required.

• Reliable transportation and ability to work weekends, holidays, early morning and late evenings.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Reliable and timely.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently.

• Experience working with boats, trailers, power washers, small engines and/or heavy equipment.
• Excellent customer service skills and/or experience working with the public.

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.

Therefore, 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 the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will assist individuals who have a disability with reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing pre-employment testing, and performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. For accommodations, contact dnr_

ADAAA Accommodations:
Any person with a disability may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request. To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_ at least five business days before the date an accommodation is required.

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Employment starts 04/28/2026 through 10/31/2026. THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $20.00-$21.00 PER HOUR. To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. This posting is for both LEAD and GENERAL Watercraft Inspector & Decontaminator; in supplemental questions please specify which you are applying.