STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Boat Launch Maintenance and Navigation Safety - Boating Division

Recruitment #231206-3492VR-002

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Introduction


The Boating Division has statewide, seasonal Boat Launch and Navigation Safety Maintainer positions available. The duty station of these positions is DEEP Marine Headquarters located at 333 Ferry Road, Old Lyme, CT, however, the job duties are field-oriented and duty stations are throughout the state.

Boat Launch and Navigation Safety Maintainers
  • Needed March to October;
  • 40 hours per week though work hours may vary daily but typically Monday through Friday with some weekends;
  • Must be at least 18 years old;
  • Valid Connecticut driver’s license required.
  • Certificate of Personal Watercraft or Safe Boating Certificate required.

Selection Plan

1. Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.

2. Ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.

3. Regularly check your email for notifications (be sure to check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error).

4. For questions about the position, please contact Yolanda Cooley at Yolanda.Cooley@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

BOAT LAUNCH AND NAVIGATION SAFETY MAINTAINER
Performs general maintenance tasks at 117 state boat launch facilities owned by or under control of the department including but not limited to launch & dock repairs, painting, mowing lawns, raking, picking up trash, brush cutting, pruning, etc. Completing and assembling launch condition reports for state boat launches statewide; Construction and installation of signs and signboards; Tracking and delivery of signage and miscellaneous equipment; Line striping parking lots; Maintaining and replacing navigation aids and regulatory markers on Connecticut’s waterways; Assisting, leading and training, as needed, boat launch maintenance personnel;  Work aboard agency boats; and Office work and miscellaneous duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

BOAT LAUNCH AND NAVIGATION SAFETY MAINTAINER
  • Knowledge of and experience maintaining a recreational boating facility, park, or camp.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate. 
  2. Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
    1. Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license. 
    2. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides. 
    3. College training in a specific field. 
    4. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities. 
  3. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.

2. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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