TEMPORARY Invasive Species Technician – WID Trainer – Broadway

Overview

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) – PAYING $21.50 PER HOUR. EMPLOYMENT STARTS 02/17/2026 THROUGH 10/31/2026.

To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.

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. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

The 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. Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

March through May: Serve as a certified Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination (WID) Trainer and conduct trainings statewide at the direction of the Invasive Species Coordinator or Specialist. Position includes setting up trainings, creating binders for students, accepting registrations, securing locations, arranging boats and decontamination units for demonstrations, providing engaging classroom presentations and effective hands‑on outdoor demonstration sessions, and all other aspects of training.

Trainer must follow current state procedures, using state‑issued presentation materials without alterations at all times.

June through November: In addition to providing WID trainings, assist the Invasive Species Coordinator and Invasive Species Specialists with the following tasks as assigned:

• Independently or as a team, evaluate the quality of WID Stations:
  • Conduct announced quality assurance visits at WID Stations.
  • Conduct secret‑shopper quality assurance evaluations at WID Stations.
  • Conduct customer service quality assurance evaluations.
• Independently or as part of a team, staff educational events and give professional presentations to increase education among a variety of users (e.g., homeowners associations, community action networks, watershed groups, youth events, school groups, anglers, boaters, etc.).
• Independently or in a group, perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities at Colorado reservoirs (e.g., holidays, tournaments, etc.), as needed.
• Assist the mechanic with power washer unit maintenance, servicing, diagnostics, repair, transport and storage.
• Provide excellent customer service to members of the public and partner agencies.
• Perform general office work such as data entry, filing, copying, loading and unloading supplies, GIS mapping or analysis, paying bills, etc.
• Write technical reports, memos and briefing documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 2 years experience working in the field of ANS or Invasive Species.
• Current (Stage II) Certification in Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination.
• Experience performing boat inspections and decontaminations.
• Previous experience working with GIS.
• Experience working with the public in a customer service related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills.
• Excellent driving record and ability to work weekends, early mornings and evenings.
• Ability to travel and be away from home every week if needed.
• Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State‑owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State‑owned vehicle.
• To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
  • Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
  • Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
  • Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
• Employee may be required to camp in rustic settings and must provide own camping equipment and gear when performing…