$3,262.00 – $4,320.00 Monthly<\/span><\/p>\n Location<\/strong><\/p>\n Title- <\/strong>Watercraft Inspector<\/p>\n Classification- <\/strong>Natural Resources Technician 2<\/p>\n Job Status- <\/strong>Full-Time – Non-Permanent<\/p>\n Number of Vacancies-<\/strong>\u00a0Four (4)<\/p>\n Appointment-<\/strong>\u00a04 months\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>May 2, 2026 \u2013 September 1, 2026 Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n Photo Caption: Watercraft Check Station \u2013 Photo Credit: WDFW<\/em><\/p>\n Join the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Unit and be a part of a dedicated team working to protect state waters.<\/strong><\/p>\n In this role, you\u2019ll use your strong customer service skills to engage with the public to collect essential data, conduct watercraft inspections, and carry out decontamination procedures to prevent the spread of invasive species.<\/strong><\/p>\n What to Expect-<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Watercraft Inspector will,\u00a0<\/p>\n Inspect recreational and commercial watercraft conveyances at Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination (WID) stations and on roving patrol:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Site and equipment maintenance and office support:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Working Conditions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Work setting, including hazards:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Schedule:\u00a0<\/strong>This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week. Shifts may vary based on operational needs, time of year, and\/or weather conditions. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening, weekend work or holidays as needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n Travel Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n Tools and Equipment:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Customer Interactions:\u00a0<\/strong>Interact with the public at mandatory check stations for trailered watercraft and decontaminations of infested AIS watercraft and occasionally is confronted with citizens that are non-compliant or not cooperative.<\/p>\n Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n At least one (1) of the following:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Certifications\/Licenses:<\/strong><\/p>\n Valid Driver\u2019s License<\/p>\n Preferred Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n Bachelor\u2019s degree in the field of fish, wildlife, or habitat management, agriculture, forestry, or a natural resource science<\/p>\n Two (2) years of experience as a Natural Resource Worker 2.<\/p>\n One (1) year of professional experience with:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Certifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Your application must include the following:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n In addition to\u00a0pay<\/a>\u00a0and other\u00a0special employee programs<\/a>, there are other\u00a0benefits<\/a>\u00a0that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the \u201cBenefits\u201d tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Important Note:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: \u00a0https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Union – <\/strong>WAFWP:<\/strong><\/p>\n This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0 Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Per RCW 73.16.010<\/strong><\/a> Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n As part of WDFW\u2019s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. \u00a0Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. \u00a0All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. \u00a0We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. \u00a0Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Request an accommodation: <\/strong>Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Technical Difficulties: <\/strong>If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or\u00a0support@neogov.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Other questions: <\/strong>If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to\u00a0Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov<\/a>\u00a0and reference job #2026-02729.<\/p>\n Follow us on social media: \u00a0<\/strong>LinkedIn<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<\/strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<\/strong>Instagram<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n lb<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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WDFW Program- <\/strong>Fish Program \u2013 Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Division
Duty Station-<\/strong> Liberty Lake, Washington \u2013 Spokane County<\/p>\nPosting Timeline-\u00a0<\/strong>This recruitment has been re-opened and will be posted until May 7, 2026. If you applied previously your application is still under consideration and you do not need to re-apply. Application review is ongoing, submit your application materials as soon as possible, this recruitment may be closed at any time,\u00a0
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