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Paul Smith's College

$19.50/hr

This position is the foundation of AWI's flagship Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention Program and is critical to the success of AWI's mission. : Watercraft Inspection Stewards engage with the ...

State of Colorado

CO

$17 - $18/hr

Work also will include providing education to outfitters, anglers, hunters, and non-motorized watercraft users about aquatic invasive species and how to properly clean, drain, and dry their equipment.

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Work also will include providing education to outfitters, anglers, hunters, and non-motorized watercraft users about aquatic invasive species and how to properly clean, drain, and dry their equipment.

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir. The position will report directly to the boat ramp. Boat inspection ...

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir. The position will report directly to the boat ramp. Boat inspection ...

State of Colorado

CO

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir. The position will report directly to the boat ramp. Boat inspection ...

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What is an aquatic invasive species inspector?

Aquatic Invasive Species Inspectors are professionals who help prevent the spread of harmful non-native plants, animals, and pathogens in water bodies. They typically inspect boats, equipment, and trailers for invasive species before and after entering lakes, rivers, and other waterways. Their work is crucial for protecting native ecosystems, maintaining water quality, and supporting recreational and commercial water use. Inspectors also educate the public about best practices for preventing the spread of invasive species.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aquatic invasive species inspector?

To thrive as an Aquatic Invasive Species Inspector, you need a background in environmental science or biology, keen observational abilities, and knowledge of aquatic ecosystems, often supported by specialized training or certifications. Familiarity with field sampling equipment, GPS devices, data collection software, and state or federal inspection protocols is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and public outreach skills help inspectors educate stakeholders and ensure compliance. These skills are crucial for effectively detecting, preventing, and managing the spread of invasive species to protect aquatic environments.

What are some common challenges faced by aquatic invasive species inspectors, and how can they be effectively addressed on the job?

Aquatic Invasive Species Inspectors often face challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, communicating regulations to the public, and identifying a wide range of invasive species. Effective communication skills and ongoing training are essential for addressing these challenges, as inspectors must educate boaters about prevention measures while ensuring compliance with local laws. Staying current with identification techniques and collaborating closely with other environmental professionals also helps inspectors respond efficiently to new threats and maintain high standards of waterway protection.
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Aquatic Invasive Species Ambassador - Hennepin County, MN

Waterfront Restoration LLC

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$13 - $17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

The role of the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Ambassador is to teach and train boat operators through repeated face-to-face educational interactions at the boat ramps to inspect their own watercraft each time they launch and to ensure it is clean, drained, and dry in between every use.

AIS Ambassadors will talk to boaters regarding compliance with Minnesota laws.

AIS Ambassadors will complete MN DNR training and additional training on how to teach boaters to complete a thorough “walk around self-inspection."

Many lakes and rivers in the state will not have an Inspector presence at an access. Therefore, it is essential that the AIS Ambassador do the following:
1. Show the boaters how to inspect their boats themselves and show them where to look at every step.
2. Explain why self-inspection is critical to find zebra mussels and other AIS in order to prevent the spread to clean waters.

AIS Ambassadors will walk around the boat with the owner to look closely for zebra mussels, starry stone wort, snails, spiny water fleas, mud, water, plant fragments, and other AIS that may be attached to the boat and equipment. If the owner or ambassador identifies an issue they will work together to correct it on-site.

Each launch will have an education table containing interactive displays, hands-on materials, and AIS prevention messaging.

Ambassadors will go through Waterfront Restoration’s internal training to; better engage boaters, raise awareness about aquatic invasive species, provide instruction on water less cleaning stations, and educate the public on launch signage.

The ambassador will discuss with boaters how invasive aquatic plants spread, and distribute information about invasive plants, articulate MN laws regarding the transport of these plants, and provide a boaters guide to AIS inspections brochure.

Ambassadors will impress on the boater how AIS can damage boats, ruin fishing opportunities, harm the environment and impair water infrastructure, as well as drive home the primary educational message to Clean, Drain, Dry, Dispose and explain why boaters need to do it each time they use their boat.

Duties:
  • Educate the public on the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) program
  • Inspection of watercraft for invasive species (inbound and outbound) with the boat owners
  • Documentation of inspection and launch activities.
  • Maintain current knowledge of best practices while inspecting watercraft


Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Verbal communication and customer relations experience
  • Willing to work weekends and holidays. Shifts will be mostly on Saturday's, and Sunday's within your availability.
  • Requires walking, standing, and moving about the boat launch area to a significant degree depending on traffic.
Apply through our HR website: https://tinyurl.com/6ek9vc46