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Carver County AIS Watercraft Inspector in Chaska, Minnesota
AIS Watercraft Inspector
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AIS Watercraft Inspector
Salary
$15.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Location
Various Lakes in Carver County, MN
Job Type
Seasonal (has a specific end date)
Job Number
03059 - 2
Division
Public Services
Department
Planning & Water Management
Opening Date
04/15/2026
Closing Date
4/22/2026 12:00 AM Central
Description
Benefits
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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-$18.00 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-$19.00 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-$22.00 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 in vestigation.
No benefits for STOc positions
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As of 5/1/2026, will you be 18 years of age or over?
Yes
No
02
Are you available and willing to work weekends, weekdays and holidays between mid-April and mid-August between 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 all day mandatory training at a to be determined location in the Metro area before being authorized to work?
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 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Select all that apply:
May
June
July
August
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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Employer
Carver County
Address
600 East 4th Street
Chaska, Minnesota, 55318
Phone
952-361-1525
Website
https://www.carvercountymn.gov
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