AIS Crew Lead Technician - Watercraft Inspection

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Field gear provided

Job summary

Wyoming Game and Fish Department seeks up to five AIS Crew Lead Technicians for nine-month temporary roles. These positions oversee watercraft inspection stations in Cheyenne, Evanston, Casper, Glendo, Beulah, or Newcastle and support AIS regional specialists with operations and training.

Responsibilities include inspections, data management, equipment upkeep, and outreach activities as part of Wyoming’s aquatic invasive species program. Training and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Preference may be given to those with work experience in aquatic invasive species prevention, including watercraft interdiction, a high school diploma, and experience in customer service.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Positions require completion of the inspector training course and certification provided by the Department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct watercraft inspections and decontamination.
• Provide technical support to AIS watercraft inspectors, including onsite training, decision-making, and scheduling.
• Provide outreach and education to the public on the Department's aquatic invasive species program.
• Help oversee the daily operations and day-to-day logistics of the AIS check station in the absence of the Specialist
• Oversee AIS data entry, quality control, and ensure AIS inspectors are keeping up on data entry.
• Oversee the organization and maintenance of equipment, including decontamination units, vehicles, sampling gear, and tablets.
• Assist the AIS Specialist with the implementation of outreach activities and AIS monitoring in streams, lakes, and reservoirs.

Skills

Watercraft inspections

Public outreach

Team coordination

Job description

Wyoming Game and Fish Department seeks up to five AIS Crew Lead Technicians for nine-month temporary roles. These positions oversee watercraft inspection stations in Cheyenne, Evanston, Casper, Glendo, Beulah, or Newcastle and support AIS regional specialists with operations and training.

Responsibilities include inspections, data management, equipment upkeep, and outreach activities as part of Wyoming’s aquatic invasive species program. Training and certifications are required.