Job Description for Watercraft Inspector for Clean Boats and Clean Waters Program

WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Watercraft Inspector role is to achieve aquatic invasive species prevention and education on Rock Lake during the summer season. As a Watercraft Inspector, you will increase awareness of aquatic invasive species by sharing information about regulations and prevention steps with boaters, anglers, and other visitors at boat landings. This position is responsible for explaining how boaters should check their watercraft and equipment for aquatic plants and animals before they enter or leave the water. During these checks, inspectors collect valuable data on boater behaviors and knowledge and regularly report the data to an online database.

SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Completes all Clean Boats, Clean Waters training session.
• Provides information to boat landing visitors and the public on aquatic invasive species.
• Provides information to boat landing visitors and the public on compliance with WI laws prohibiting launching or transporting boats and related equipment with aquatic plants, animals, or water on board.
• Shows boaters how to inspect boats, trailers, and related equipment for the presence/absence of aquatic plants, animals, or water.
• Collects and records data in accordance with the Clean Boats, Clean Waters program interview protocol. 
• Coordinates efforts with other local watercraft inspectors and AIS Coordinator. 

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, including Memorial Day, July 4^th, and Labor Day weekends to support peak use of public boat landings.
• Ability to be approachable and engaging while educating citizens.
• Must be organized, self-motivated to multi-task, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Requirements:

• Access to a cellular phone while at work.

Wage

This summer position pays $15.00 per hour

Employees at Jefferson County Value
*Competitive Pay* Excellent Benefits* Great Coworkers* Flexibility* Advancement & Opportunity* Family Feel*