Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Technician (53)

The State of Wyoming is hiring 53 temporary Aquatic Invasive Species Technicians to inspect watercraft and educate the public about aquatic invasive species. Positions are located statewide, including cities like Laramie, Cheyenne, and Casper. Technicians will work for 4 to 6 months, requiring a flexible schedule, effective communication skills, and a valid driver's license. No specific qualifications are required, but preferences include experience in customer service and wildlife management.
Salary: $18.71 Hourly
Location : Statewide, WY
Job Type: Temporary Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00157
Department: Game & Fish Division
Division: Fish
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: ATTP99

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire fifty-three (53) Aquatic Invasive Species Technicians statewide. These temporary positions are 4 to 6 months in length. Technicians will inspect watercraft at key locations throughout Wyoming to help prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species, and will participate in outreach and education efforts to inform the public about the impacts of aquatic invasive species.

Successful applicants will be stationed in Afton, Alpine, Beulah, Casper, Cheyenne, Cody, Evanston, Frannie, Glendo, Green River, Kemmerer, Keyhole, Laramie, Manville, Newcastle, Sheridan, or Torrington.
Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Duties include conducting watercraft inspections and decontamination. Interview boaters at watercraft check stations. Provide outreach information and assistance to the boating public. Water quality and invasive species sampling, data entry, and equipment maintenance. Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to those with a high school diploma and experience in customer service.
Preference will be given to those with experience related to fish and wildlife Resource management, or college coursework towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, or other closely related field. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in the operation of watercraft, 4x4 vehicles, and/or hauling trailers.

**Must have a valid Driver's License.
KNOWLEDGE: Must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision, and also be able to work well with others on a crew. Requires a flexible schedule and work up to 12 hours per day or split shifts. Requires effective communication and public relations skills in daily interactions with the public. Ability to enter and manage data using various devices. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Weekend and holiday work will be required. Some positions may require extended stays (3 nights) in campers at various statewide locations. Positions require completion of the inspector training course and certification provided by the Department. NOTES: FLSA: Non-exempt Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment. The tentative starting dates are March 30 and May 18, 2026, but certain locations have flexibility with start/end dates anywhere from mid-March through late November. Locations include Afton, Alpine, Beulah, Casper, Cheyenne, Cody, Evanston, Frannie, Glendo, Green River, Kemmerer, Keyhole, Laramie, Manville, Newcastle, Sheridan, or Torrington. Department lodging may be provided for nights between shifts in select locations. Please attach a cover letter to the online state application. The cover letter should include career plans, suitability for the job, as well as dates of availability (starting and ending dates are particularly important). Contact information: For more information regarding these positions, contact Josh Leonard, AIS Coordinator, 307-343-5533,
Supplemental Information
040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.) High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent Some college Coursework, No Degree Received Associate's Degree Associate's Degree and additional coursework Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework Master's Degree Master's Degree and additional coursework Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree and additional coursework None of the Above
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.) 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours N/A
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Describe your relevant work experience or transferable skills that you have related to the job description.
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Do you have experience related to fish and wildlife Resource management, or college coursework towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, or other closely related field? Yes No
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have experience in the operation of watercraft, 4x4 vehicles, and/or hauling trailers? Yes No
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Which of the following best describes your experience in customer service? No relevant experience. Less than one year of relevant experience. One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience. Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience. Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
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Which of the areas are you willing to work in?Check all that apply. Afton Alpine Beulah Casper Cheyenne Cody Evanston Frannie Glendo Green River Kemmerer Keyhole Laramie Manville Newcastle Sheridan Torrington
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity? Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming Indeed LinkedIn Zip Recruiter Wyoming Workforce Center Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.) Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement Career Fair Human Resources Division Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee) Current State Employee Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure. Yes No I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure. Current State Employee Veteran - DD214 Attached Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached None of the above
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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement. Yes No
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