Watercraft Inspector and Fisheries Seasonal Technician – Temporary, Seasonal
Position Overview
| Location |
Multiple
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|---|---|
| Salary |
$13.50-$18.75/hour hiring range
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| Closing Date |
Until filled or June 1, 2024 – whichever comes first
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| Status |
Temporary, Seasonal
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| Type of Recruitment |
Internal/External
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| Notes |
*Free housing may be available depending on location. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applicants will be considered immediately upon submitting application materials. The position may be filled prior to the listed closing date after successful completion of the application and interview process.
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Summary of Work
Watercraft Inspector: Conduct voluntary boater surveys and watercraft inspections. Openings available at Bismarck, Valley City, Riverdale, Jamestown, and select locations around Lake Sakakawea. Ideal applicants will live locally and be assigned to cover a specific ramp(s) during the boating season.
Fisheries Seasonal Aide A fisheries seasonal technician position is open in both Williston and Riverdale. These positions will split time preforming creel duties and assist fisheries biologists with netting surveys.
Essential Functions:
Watercraft Inspector
- Survey watercraft users and perform boat inspections to monitor for the presence of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).
- Educate the public on strategies to prevent the spread of ANS.
- Perform duties as assigned by the ANS Biologist.
- Individuals must be able to work weekends and holidays.
Fisheries Seasonal Aide
- Assist fisheries personnel with reproduction and population test netting, trap and transport of different fish species, limnological sampling, and spawning activities. Work may involve creel surveys and data compilation.
- Loading and unloading boats, nets, and other equipment.
- Assist with habitat enhancement.
- Fisheries equipment and gear maintenance (including net repair).
- General maintenance of buildings and other equipment at District Offices.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must possess strong verbal communication skills and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Individuals must be capable of working irregular and holiday hours.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.
Must have the ability to crouch down and look underneath watercrafts.
Application Procedures*:
- Applicants must complete the online application.
- Applicants must upload a resume and letter of interest.
*Current employees of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department that will not have a break in service – please send a letter of interest indicating that you would like to continue your service with the NDGF conducting ANS surveys also indicating where you would like to be located. Your letter of interest can be sent to Ben Holen at bholen@nd.gov or 3320 E Lakeside Rd, Jamestown, ND 58401.
Current State employees with access to PeopleSoft can access the job posting through the PeopleSoft Portal.
External applicants can access the job posting by going to the ND State Jobs Openings. Applications must be completed by 11:59pm on the posted closing date.
For information about the position or for persons needing accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process, contact Ben Holen, ANS Biologist Supervisor, at 701-368-9117.
For troubles or questions about applying on the online system, contact Melissa Long at malong@nd.gov or recruiter@nd.gov.
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or with an employee's ability to perform essential duties of the job. It is the applicant's responsibility to make known any needs for accommodation.
As employers, the State of North Dakota and political subdivisions prohibit smoking in all places of state and political subdivision employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The state of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
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