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addressAddressMissoula, MT
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryEngineering/Architecture/scientific

Job description

THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.

This position closes at 11:59 pm on February 1, 2023. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:

  • State of Montana Online Application
  • Supplemental Questions
    • Describe the importance of implementing an effective QA/QC program
    • You are at a watercraft inspection station, and you notice that inspectors there are not following protocols. How would you address this situation?

When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will be not considered in the recruitment process.

Identify of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental, and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick, and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.

Section Overview:

FWP provides for the stewardship of the fish, wildlife and parks and recreational resources of Montana while contributing to the quality of life for present and future generations. The Fisheries Division develops programs and budgets to meet this mandate for aquatic resources. State programs are overseen at the regional level by the fisheries manager. Implementation of programs on individual waters are carried out by the respective fisheries biologist. Fisheries technicians assist the fisheries biologist and manager in carrying out specified fisheries management and research activities. Management decisions will often have local, statewide, and national effects on resources status and conservation.

Special Information:

The Fisheries Division develops programs and budgets to manage for aquatic resources. The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Bureau is managed and coordinated by staff within the Department headquarters. Implementation of programs are accomplished by the respective AIS coordinators. The AIS Watercraft Inspector-Western Roving Site Lead position assists the AIS Area Supervisors, the AIS Prevention Specialist and the AIS Prevention Coordinator in carrying out specified lead inspector duties and tasks at watercraft inspection stations to prevent the movement of AIS and educate the public on AIS and best prevention practices.

This announcement looks to fill one seasonal position. This position will primarily work at watercraft inspections stations located in western Montana but may be asked to travel to stations statewide as needed. A department vehicle is provided, and overnight travel is required.

Job Duties:

AIS Roving Site Leads assist supervisors to maintain consistency and quality control at watercraft inspection stations across the state. The incumbent coaches and leads co-workers on protocols and procedures, assigns work tasks, establishes work pace, and demonstrates proper work methods. Must understand correct operation of equipment and of data collection to ensure co-workers conduct work properly. Resolves basic problems (i.e.: data entries, Wi-Fi issues, equipment) and refers challenges to station supervisor. They recommend process and procedural changes to supervisor to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the workflow. They provide excellent customer service to the public.

Using different inspection/decontamination practices for containment of positive and suspect waterbodies, the incumbent performs inspections and decontaminations on various types of watercrafts. This includes removing drain plugs, draining, and drying compartments, and flushing boat motors, ballast tanks, etc. Performs surveys of the public to assess risk of AIS transport and provides education and documentation to increase best AIS prevention practices. Must be able to approach occasionally heated situations in a calm manner, deescalate situations as able, and follow training and protocols to resolve issues.

Assists with the set up and take down of the inspection station daily. This includes the placement of roadway signs and activation of electronic reader boards, and set up of traffic cones, shelter, and other gear. Trailering of decontamination equipment, water haulers, and other equipment is also required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

This position works with a variety of individuals, partners, and agencies, of varying backgrounds and is expected to build strong relationships and provide excellent customer service to the public.

Knowledge of and experience with computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and data storage. This position requires good organizational, documenting, time management skills, and a self-motivated individual.

Ability to operate and conduct maintenance on light duty pressure washers, water pumps, and other station equipment is preferred. Knowledge of watercraft and watercraft components is ideal. As well as the ability to learn and implement protocols, follow inspection and decontamination instructions, and troubleshoot technical issues.

Effective communication skills are necessary in dealing with peers, supervisors, other members of the department and the public.

Knowledge or interest in aquatic invasive species, aquatic ecology or similar field is ideal. Interest in natural resource management and some higher education in a science-based program is preferred. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Direct experience in customer service or other listed job duties is preferred. A high school diploma or GED is required.
Refer code: 2329484. State of Montana - The previous day - 2023-02-03 14:20

State of Montana

Missoula, MT
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