Courtesy Boat Inspector

Written By Tim Trumbauer

Midcoast Conservancy is an innovative conservation organization with strategic land, water, and community programming. Our mission is to protect vital lands and waters on a scale that matters. With an office in Edgecomb, Maine, our service area includes all of the Medomak River, Sheepscot River, and Damariscotta Lake watersheds.

Midcoast Conservancy is seeking applications for paid, part-time Courtesy Boat Inspectors (CBIs) for the 2021 summer season. Courtesy Boat Inspectors are the first line of defense against invasive aquatic species leaving or infesting Maine lakes by hitchhiking on boats, trailers, and other equipment. CBIs will work during weekends and holidays at boat launches on Damariscotta Lake, speaking with boaters and conducting inspections of watercraft as they are launched and removed from the water, ensuring they are not transporting any aquatic species.

Position

This is a seasonal, part-time, non-exempt position. Courtesy Boat Inspectors work weekends and holidays and some weekdays for approximately 7 – 21 hours per week. The season begins on Memorial Day weekend (May 27) and ends on Labor Day weekend (September 5).

Applicants must be available on weekends and holidays. CBIs work by themselves at public boat launches. CBIs will receive training before beginning inspections, and must be comfortable working very independently and interacting with the public. This position does not include housing or transportation.

Other requirements include:

  • Excellent communications skills with the general public

  • Considerable attention to detail

  • Strong ability to work independently

  • Interests in invasive aquatic plant or water quality issues and education

  • Must have reliable transportation to and from public boat launches on Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson and Nobleboro

Compensation

Courtesy Boat Inspectors start at $12.75 an hour with a $0.25 increase for every year of CBI experience up to $15 an hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Health and Safety

All staff are required to conduct their work in a safe manner, and adhere to the latest federal, state, and organizational health guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Application

If you feel you would be a good fit, complete the Damariscotta Lake Seasonal Positions Google Forms application at https://forms.gle/AGfHPnj89kaHyKcY9 followed by a letter of interest and resume to Patricia Nease, Damariscotta Lake Watershed Manager, at patricia@midcoastconservancy.org. Please contact Patricia with any questions.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until Friday, April 1st at 5pm or the position is filled.

Qualified individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals and are an equal opportunity employer. 

Tim Trumbauer
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