Invasive Species Inspection Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $15.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Location : Chaska Government Center, MN
Job Type: Seasonal (has a specific end date)
Job Number: 03161
Division: Public Services
Department: Planning & Water Management
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
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. This is a seasonal non-exempt position. There is neither a guarantee of continual hours or guarantee of future employment, nor County benefits, except as mandated by state and federal law or as specifically referenced in the Personnel Policy Manual. Employment will not extend beyond seven (7) months from start date.
There are three levels to this position:
*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-$20.00 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-$21.00 per hour.
*Lead Watercraft Inspector: Lead Inspectors will be Level II certified and be capable of taking on additional leadership and administrative responsibilities such as employee training and supervision, scheduling, inventory, oversight of day-to-day operations, etc. Pay Range is $18.00-$24.00 per hour.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
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 on a regular basis throughout employment (Approximately May through September) between 6am - 8 pm.
• A Valid Minnesota Class D 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
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Are you 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you available and willing to work weekends, weekdays and holidays between August and October during the hours of 6 am - 8 pm?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you able to report to a variety of work locations in Carver County?

• Yes
• No

06
Please select the months in which you are available to work weekdays and weekends between 5am - 8 pm:

• August
• September
• October
• November (if applicable)
• None of the above

07
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working with the public?

• None/less than 1 year
• 1 year, less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

08
How much work or volunteer experience do you have working independently with minimal supervision?

• None/less than 1 year
• 1 year, less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

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