County of Anoka
Employment Opportunity
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Apply online at: www.anokacounty.us
Opening Date: February 1, 2016
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary : $10.25 Hourly
Job # : XXXXX
SEASONAL WATERCRAFT INSPECTOR
Include responses to Supplemental Questions with the application no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of
the position. Resumes not accepted.
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.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY):
1. Educates the public on invasive species program and issues
2. Distributes written information to watercraft users
3. Inspects watercraft for invasive species
4. Conducts a verbal survey and inspection inventory
5. Documents and records research activities
REQUIREMENTS:
WORKING CONDITIONS: 95% Field; 5% Office or Shop
Employee will be required to do sustained physical work in all weather conditions. Position functions require ability to
manually transport awkward loads over short distances, and walk through rough terrain. Employee will be required to use
his/her personal vehicle on the job, if no other county vehicle is available.
WORK HOURS:
Variable schedule to include weekends and holidays.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be at least 18 years of age and completed high school
2. Available to work weekends, weekdays and holidays on a regular basis throughout employment between 5am – 8pm
3. A valid Minnesota Class D driver’s license
4. Good customer service skills and ability to work with the public and in an office and field setting.
5. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
6. Able to communicate effectively
7. Must attend mandatory training
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Upper level student in a degree program in fisheries biology, natural resources management or a closely related field,
or a combination of equivalent knowledge gained through work experience.
2. Knowledge of Aquatic Invasive Species to include identification, laws and regulations, and methods of transport.
Anoka County complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act. (TDD-for hearing impaired 763-323-5544). If you need
an accommodation because of a disability, or have further questions regarding the application process, please call
Human Resources at 763-323-5525.