Seasonal Watercraft Crew

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and our dynamic team of professionals seeks a motivated Seasonal Watercraft Crew to provide support to the Code Compliance team.

The primary functions of the Seasonal Watercraft Crew are educating the public, and enforcing the TRPA Code of Ordinances related to watercraft use on the lakes of the Tahoe Region. The crew will work in teams of two on an Agency boat, at marinas and launch ramps, and in the office.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

•    Educate the public and enforce the carbureted two-stroke engine prohibition, watercraft  noise ordinances, shorezone regulations, and the 600-foot no-wake zone.
•    Educate and issue warnings and corrective actions to non-compliant boaters. 
•    Monitor moorings and other shorezone structures and activities.
•    Educate boaters about aquatic invasive species (AIS) issues as they pertain to boaters.
•    Provide tours as requested.
•    Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

This position requires graduation from high school, some college coursework preferable, at least five (5) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

•    Must be detail oriented.
•    Outstanding oral and written communication and time management skills.
•    Experience in working with the public.
•   Ability to provide excellent customer service and relay complex information to the public in an understandable fashion.

Desired Knowledge and Skills

•    Boating experience including United States Coast Guard Safety Coarse or similar.
•    Familiarity with a variety of watercraft and engines.
•    Ability to analyze and solve problems.
•    Computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and GIS knowledge.
•    Ability to utilize GPS equipment and software.
•    Ability to read and interpret site plans and marine/inland water charts.
•    Ability to work independently and work in groups.
•    Conflict management skills are desirable.
•   Ability to be creative, innovative, rational, and make decisions quickly, often in a stressful environment.
•    Ability to see “the Big Picture.”
•    EMT certification.

Position Timeline

Mid-May 2025 – Mid October 2025

The position will begin in mid-May and run through mid-October, with the possibility of a shortened or lengthened duration depending on project completion and funding availability.

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

•    Outdoor/On-Water working environment.
•    Trailer, launch and operate Agency watercraft, including a 28’, wide load twin diesel powered watercraft, 24’ outboard super vee and/or 19’ inflatable zodiac.
•    Occasional office work environment and equipment.
•    Bending, Stooping, Carrying, Lifting, and/or Swimming.
•    Lifting of more than 50 pounds may be required.
•    Use of marine navigation and communication equipment.
•    Use of safety equipment; life vest, life ring, dry suit, fire extinguisher.
•    Outdoor field work- walking, driving, hiking, exposure to variable terrain and extreme weather conditions are possible.
•    Off-site meetings.
•    Driving, sometimes off-road to remote locations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The hourly pay is $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis are NOT eligible for the Agency’s benefit package. The Agency does provide three (3) days of accrued paid time off (PTO) for the internship. Temporary employees are not paid for holidays.

THE AGENCY

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA)—created in 1969 by a Compact between the states of Nevada and California, then ratified by the U.S. Congress—protects and restores the environment of Lake Tahoe. The Agency is the nation’s first and oldest Bi-State regional environmental authority. TRPA is a one-of-a-kind organization, not purely federal, state, or local, but a unique hybrid organization. The Agency works at the intersection of private and public interests to protect and restore Lake Tahoe, its environment, and its communities for generations to come.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications due by the end of the day on Friday, April 25th.

  Please visit our website at https://www.trpa.gov /contact/employment/ to read more about our Agency and to complete an employment application through our Career Center. Within the Career Center site, select the "Apply for Job" link. Please attach a resume of your qualifications, and cover letter describing your interest in the position in one document when you are completing the application.

RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION: Human Resources may contact you at various stages of the recruitment process if you meet the qualifications for the position. This contact will be via email or phone only.  Please make sure your email address and phone number are accurate.

We do not accept walk-in or hand delivered application materials nor applicant calls regarding open, pending, or closed positions.

TRPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Salary : $20 - $30