TEMPORARY Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring Technician– Grand Junction, CO

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TEMPORARY Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring Technician– Grand Junction, CO

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TEMPORARY Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring Technician– Grand Junction, CO



Salary


$18.00 Hourly



Location


Mesa County, CO




Job Type


Temporary (9 months or less)



Job Number


2025TEMP- PMA097




Department


Department of Natural Resources



Division


Colorado Parks & Wildlife




Opening Date


01/21/2025



Closing Date


Continuous




FLSA


Determined by Position



Primary Physical Work Address


Grand Junction, CO




FLSA Status



Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.




Department Contact Information


dnr_hr_employeetransactions@state.co.us




Type of Announcement


This is a temporary position.

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.



How To Apply


Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado.

Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions.

Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.





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THIS IS A TEMPORARYPOSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS 04/28/2025 THROUGH11/07/2025

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 (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) 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.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)
Our 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.

(http://cpw.state.co.us/)

Description of Job


Conduct Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) survey, using standardized scientific protocols, in various waters throughout Colorado.

Specifically, this position will conduct standardized monitoring for zebra mussels, quagga mussels, New Zealand Mudsnails and Eurasian watermilfoil including infestation mapping and population monitoring.

Crews will also assist with other ANS and native baseline mapping for mollusks, crayfish, aquatic plants and invertebrates.

Water quality monitoring will also be conducted.

Detailed record keeping and the ability to follow strict field protocols is required.

Applicant must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, to survey select lakes, reservoirs, streams, and rivers with respect to invasive species.

This position will require traveling Monday through Thursday weekly with significant overnight camping.

Candidates must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, including working off boats and must be comfortable in backcountry settings.

Candidates must have their own reliable camping equipment although some nights will be spent in motels.
Daily hours will vary based on the survey location but work hours will be limited to 40 per week.


Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1.

Willingness to be flexible with the weekday work schedule
2.

Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays
3.

Ability to drive long hours and remain alert
4.

Ability to work closely in small crews for long hours in a professional manner
5.

Ability to swim
6.

Experience with Microsoft Word applications and Google
7.

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
8.

Excellent organization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multitask

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1.

B.S. in natural resources/botany/fisheries/wildlife or other natural resource field OR at least 1 year
completed coursework toward a degree in the field
2.

Experience performing data entry
3.

Experience conducting biological field surveys especially with aquatics and/or water quality
4.

Experience with zebra mussel, quagga mussel, New Zealand mudsnail, or Eurasian watermilfoil monitoring
5.

Experience boating – including knowledge of boat and trailer anatomy, ability to launch and land in extreme
weather, ability to trailer boats on highways and steep mountain roads
6.

Experience with ArcGIS software


Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0g2QAGmusbXBJzL3HxhGitIZOEKnwhrFnx9GqVcQHA/preview?tab=t.0) , 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




Supplemental Information


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.

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.

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us.


ADAAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.

To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation.

You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.

Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

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Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility.

You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.Learn more (https://www.e-verify.gov/) about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time).

Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.






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01

Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience?



+ Yes

+ No



02

Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife:



03

Please select which areas of experience your work history includes:

+ Customer Service

+ Cash handling

+ MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

+ Google Application Suite (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, etc)



04

Are you a student or have you graduated within the past 3 years?



+ Yes

+ No



05

Please describe how your work experience translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions:



06

Successful completion and passing of background screening may be required for placement in this position

+ I understand and accept these terms



07

This is a temporary position starting at $20.00 per hour and is anticipated to not exceed 9-months.

Please acknowledge your acceptance of these terms:

+ I understand and accept these terms


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