What are the responsibilities and job description for the Candlewood Lake Pumpout Boat Operation position at State of Connecticut?

Introduction

There are two positions available on the Candlewood Lake Pumpout Boat. This is a great opportunity for passionate boaters who want to help keep the waters of Candlewood Lake clean and healthy.

Pumpout Boat Operators / Mates

The Candlewood Lake pumpout boat operates out of Echo Bay Marina in Brookfield, CT. The boat's operating hours are 9 AM - 5 PM on weekends and holidays, beginning Memorial Day weekend and ending Columbus Day weekend;
Staff may work up to 40 hours per week, but normally work 18 hours per week;
Valid Connecticut driver's license required;
Certificate of Personal Watercraft or Safe Boating Certificate required.
Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays outside and on the water during the summer months.

Responsibilities Include :

Performing and recording pumpouts to vessels on Candlewood Lake;

Ensuring pumpout boat is kept in proper working order;

Distributing Clean Vessel Act Pumpout Program promotional material to boaters;

Assisting with DEEP Boating Division public outreach events as needed;

General boat maintenance as 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 Jacob Budris at Jacob.Budris@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

Loads and unloads supplies;

Collects and disposes of waste material;

Assists employees of higher grade;

Plants, transplants, cuts or trims trees;

Drives a motor vehicle or other power equipment;

Maintains campsites and grounds;

Assists in the maintenance of farm plots;

Performs first aid duties;

Performs landscaping and snow removal duties;

Sells tickets and collects money;

Performs firefighting duties;

Works as a deckhand on a boat;

Works as a seasonal supervisor of a recreational unit;

Performs a full range of lifeguard services at agency swimming areas;

Performs technical duties in connection with a pollution control program;

Performs duties under the direction of a research assistant in the field or laboratory;

Assists in fish culture and stocking activities;

Assists in conducting surveys and experiments in the field and forests;

Performs a variety of entry level clerical duties;

Performs lower level / general maintenance duties;

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PUMPOUT BOAT OPERATOR / MATE

A good understanding of how to navigate Candlewood Lake.

Good communication and boat handling skills.

Current boating certificate.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following :

Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.

Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.

College training in a specific field.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.

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

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

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and / or responsibility.

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