Watercraft Inspector

Job Description:

Watercraft Inspector

Description

Definition

This is a temporary employment opportunity! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

The Ecology/Extension Department are seeking WATERCRAFT INSPECTORS to join their team. These positions are responsible for set up, operation and support of Watercraft Inspection/Decontamination Stations for the Aquatic Invasive Species Management Program for the Missoula County Ecology/Extension Department.

Details: Priority screening will begin on Friday, March 7, 2025. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, or all of the positions are filled.
To Apply:

• Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested.
• Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A resume.
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Representative Examples of Work

Categorizes watercraft coming through stations, inspects and assesses risk for each type of watercraft, determines which need to be decontaminated immediately on-site, and which can be directed elsewhere or held and decontaminated later. Performs decontaminations on various types of watercraft using hot water decontamination units, including removing drain plugs, draining and drying compartments and flushing boat motors. Provides information to the public on the importance of watercraft decontamination in controlling aquatic invasive species. Directs boaters to other decontamination stations. Tracks data and maintains records. Assists with the daily installation and removal of the decontamination station including placement of roadway signs, activation of electronic reader boards, and set up of traffic cones, shelter, and other gear.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : A valid Montana driver’s license.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Work requires considerable time spent outdoors in remote locations in all weather conditions. The outdoor work requires considerable physical exertion such as walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, crawling, and moderate lifting (frequently lifting up to 25 lbs; occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs). Requires driving a vehicle to remote work sites.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits– Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan– Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

Public Employees Retirement System– Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)– A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave– Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave– Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays– The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Salary:

$20.00 Hourly