What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspector - Seasonal (DGF #10107352) position at State of New Mexico?
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Our Mission
It is the mission of New Mexico's Game and Fish Department: To conserve, regulate, propagate and protect the wildlife and fish within the state of New Mexico using a flexible management system that ensures sustainable use for public food supply, recreation and safety; and to provide for off-highway motor vehicle recreation that recognizes cultural, historic, and resource values while ensuring public safety.
Please visit our website for more information at https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/
The Fisheries Management Division is organized into a Hatchery Section, Research and Management Section and Habitat and Compliance. This position exists within the Habitat and Compliance Section's Aquatic Invasive Species Program. The AIS Program is charged with coordinating AIS activities performed by NMDGF personnel and its partners.
This is a seasonal position (May - September).
Why does the job exist?
The Fisheries Management Division is responsible for the statewide management of New Mexico's aquatic resources. As the lead agency for statewide aquatic invasive species program activities, hired personnel will assist the aquatic invasive species program by conducting watercraft inspections and decontaminations in order to reduce the risk of zebra mussel, quagga mussel, golden mussel or other aquatic invasive species introduction.
How does it get done?
Watercraft inspectors will converse with the boating public as they approach the boat launch ramp at New Mexico waterbodies. Through a series of questions, the inspector will obtain information regarding risk of the watercraft harboring aquatic invasive species. Inspections are conducted by physically looking for attached biological material or standing water on a conveyance. Conveyances deemed high risk for harboring aquatic invasive species are directed to a decontamination area at which time the conveyance will be decontaminated through the use of hot water and/or high pressure.
Who are the customers?
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is the lead agency for the State of New Mexico's Aquatic Invasive Species prevention program. Most New Mexico waterbodies are in existence for irrigation, hydroelectric power and drinking water storage. However, these same waterbodies provide recreational activities such boating, angling and swimming. New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and its partners provide public outreach as well as conduct watercraft inspections on arriving conveyances. These activities are integral in protecting New Mexico waterbodies from the introduction of aquatic invasive species; if introduced they could have lasting long term effects on the infrastructure and biological make up of these waterbodies.
Ideal Candidate
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is the lead agency for the State of New Mexico's Aquatic Invasive Species prevention program. Most New Mexico waterbodies are in existence for irrigation, hydroelectric power and drinking water storage. However, these same waterbodies provide recreational activities such boating, angling and swimming. New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and its partners provide public outreach as well as conduct watercraft inspections on arriving conveyances. These activities are integral in protecting New Mexico waterbodies from the introduction of aquatic invasive species; if introduced they could have lasting long term effects on the infrastructure and biological make up of these waterbodies.
Minimum Qualification
High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years directly related experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
This position will require the employee to work long hours, during weekends and holidays and through extreme weather conditions (wind, hot temperatures, etc.). Employee will be expected to be on their feet for long periods of time and will on occasion may need to lift up to 25lbs. Employee will often work independently in remote locations. Duty location: Ute Lake near Logan, NM, Conchas Reservoir near Tucumcari, NM or other New Mexico waterbodies as assigned.
Supplemental Information
Benefits:
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Agency Contact Information: James Dominguez, Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Our Mission
It is the mission of New Mexico's Game and Fish Department: To conserve, regulate, propagate and protect the wildlife and fish within the state of New Mexico using a flexible management system that ensures sustainable use for public food supply, recreation and safety; and to provide for off-highway motor vehicle recreation that recognizes cultural, historic, and resource values while ensuring public safety.
Please visit our website for more information at https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/
The Fisheries Management Division is organized into a Hatchery Section, Research and Management Section and Habitat and Compliance. This position exists within the Habitat and Compliance Section's Aquatic Invasive Species Program. The AIS Program is charged with coordinating AIS activities performed by NMDGF personnel and its partners.
This is a seasonal position (May - September).
Why does the job exist?
The Fisheries Management Division is responsible for the statewide management of New Mexico's aquatic resources. As the lead agency for statewide aquatic invasive species program activities, hired personnel will assist the aquatic invasive species program by conducting watercraft inspections and decontaminations in order to reduce the risk of zebra mussel, quagga mussel, golden mussel or other aquatic invasive species introduction.
How does it get done?
Watercraft inspectors will converse with the boating public as they approach the boat launch ramp at New Mexico waterbodies. Through a series of questions, the inspector will obtain information regarding risk of the watercraft harboring aquatic invasive species. Inspections are conducted by physically looking for attached biological material or standing water on a conveyance. Conveyances deemed high risk for harboring aquatic invasive species are directed to a decontamination area at which time the conveyance will be decontaminated through the use of hot water and/or high pressure.
Who are the customers?
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is the lead agency for the State of New Mexico's Aquatic Invasive Species prevention program. Most New Mexico waterbodies are in existence for irrigation, hydroelectric power and drinking water storage. However, these same waterbodies provide recreational activities such boating, angling and swimming. New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and its partners provide public outreach as well as conduct watercraft inspections on arriving conveyances. These activities are integral in protecting New Mexico waterbodies from the introduction of aquatic invasive species; if introduced they could have lasting long term effects on the infrastructure and biological make up of these waterbodies.
Ideal Candidate
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is the lead agency for the State of New Mexico's Aquatic Invasive Species prevention program. Most New Mexico waterbodies are in existence for irrigation, hydroelectric power and drinking water storage. However, these same waterbodies provide recreational activities such boating, angling and swimming. New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and its partners provide public outreach as well as conduct watercraft inspections on arriving conveyances. These activities are integral in protecting New Mexico waterbodies from the introduction of aquatic invasive species; if introduced they could have lasting long term effects on the infrastructure and biological make up of these waterbodies.
Minimum Qualification
High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years directly related experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.
Employment Requirements
Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
This position will require the employee to work long hours, during weekends and holidays and through extreme weather conditions (wind, hot temperatures, etc.). Employee will be expected to be on their feet for long periods of time and will on occasion may need to lift up to 25lbs. Employee will often work independently in remote locations. Duty location: Ute Lake near Logan, NM, Conchas Reservoir near Tucumcari, NM or other New Mexico waterbodies as assigned.
Supplemental Information
Benefits:
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: James Dominguez, Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.