Watercraft Inspector

Great Opportunity for Student or Retired Individual. - Past student inspectors have received college credit for internship. Check with your instituition for applicability. Bass Lake Rehabilitation District (BLRD) is seeking enthusiastic individuals interested in assisting with aquatic invasive species prevention, education, and research for the summer season. The main duties of a Watercraft Inspector are to increase awareness of aquatic invasive species by sharing information about aquatic invasive species regulations, laws, and prevention steps with boaters, anglers, and other visitors the boat landing and to help these individuals check their watercraft and equipment for aquatic plants and animals before they enter the water and after they leave the landing. During these checks, inspectors collect valuable data on boater behaviors and knowledge and regularly report the data in the online database. Aquatic invasive species (AIS) have the potential to negatively affect our ecosystems, economy, and recreational opportunities, and in some parts of our state, lakes and those who care about them are already experiencing these effects.. As a Watercraft Inspection, you will aid the state's invasive species prevention efforts by conducting watercraft inspections and monitoring in a specified Department of Natural Resources (DNR) region, thereby playing an important role in preserving Wisconsin's water bodies for future generations. This is part of the WI DNR's CBCW (Clean Boats Clean Waters) program.

For more inf visit:

https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pages/programs/cbcw/default.aspx

Required Qualifications:

Be a resident of Wisconsin Be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver's license and private vehicle. Be able and willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, including Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day, to match peak use of public boat landing. Be willing and able to approach, engage, and educate diverse citizens at boat landing to encourage a change in behavior and instill a sense of personal responsibility to prevent spread of AIS. Have good verbal and written communication skills to communicate with a variety of audiences, including boaters, the media, and various user groups. Be able and willing to work outdoors in variable weather conditions. Be well-organized, self-motivated, able to multi-task, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Be able to accurately record data, be proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, email, and be comfortable entering data into databases.

Preferred Qualifications:

Have a good working knowledge of aquatic ecology, of the impacts that aquatic invasive species can have on lakes, streams and wetlands, and of the ways to reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species. Be skilled at identification of aquatic plants and animals and be able to work with experts in the state and region. Natural Resources, Education, or related class and/or work experience preferred. Responsibilities Conduct thorough inspections of watercraft to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations. Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word for data documentation and reporting. Collaborate with agricultural and mechanical teams to assess equipment and processes. Implement quality control measures and adhere to FDA regulations. Collect and analyze research data related to watercraft safety and quality assurance. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to address any concerns or findings.

Job Types:

Part-time, Temporary, Internship Pay:

Up to $16.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you comfortable working alone outdoors at a public location?

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person