TEMPORARY Seasonal Staff

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17.50 -$19.50 (starting) PER HOUR EMPLOYMENT STARTS: April 2025 and lasting THROUGH: November or December 2025 (budget permitting).

Temporary housing may be available but not conditional of employment.

To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Description of Job

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH ASSISTANT
This position coordinates and delivers various environmental education and interpretation programs at the state park and within the local community. Primary duties include coordinating and presenting environmental education and interpretation programming, field data collection, data entry and analysis, and assisting with general park operations such as staffing the visitor center and administrative tasks or other general office duties as assigned.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Schedule, plan, and present Junior Ranger, Little Critter, guided hikes, outreach and school programs
• Attend community outreach events like Boulder Pride, Denver Cinco de Mayo, and the Colorado Black Arts Festival.
• Work with individual and group volunteers
• Market and promote attendance at programs
• Develop brochures and other written materials
• May work the visitor center front desk
• May work the entrance station
• Assist with coordination and facilitate special events as needed
• Assist with the promotion of the park through social media
• Attend assigned training sessions
• Educate the public about the timed-entry system through public relations contacts at the park, at community events, and on social media.
• Conduct brief visitor intercept surveys.
• Collect and analyze survey and visitor feedback data and compile a report.
• Collect and analyze traffic counter and IPAWS data and compile a report.
• Work directly with park visitors to greet and orientate them with the park.
• Answer questions about local wildlife, history, culture, and park history.
• Sell park passes.
• Monitor park radio and use it to communicate with other staff.
• Convey information concerning emergencies to staff or 911 via radio or telephone.
• Light cleaning duties
• Other duties as assigned.

VISITOR SERVICES ASSISTANT
This is a customer service-based position that provides information to customers and handles all aspects of pass sales while supporting the staff. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills. The Visitor Services Assistant welcomes visitors and provides park-specific information.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Staff the park entrance station and/or the visitor center.
• Work directly with park visitors to greet and orientate them with the park.
• Answer questions about local wildlife, history, culture, and park history.
• Operate a cash register, collect revenue, complete shift reports, and balance shift box at the end of each shift.
• Sell park passes, permits, registrations, licenses, books, maps, clothing, and novelties.
• Monitor park radio and use it to communicate with other staff.
• Convey information concerning emergencies to staff and 911 via radio and telephone.
• Light cleaning duties at the entrance station and visitor center.
• Occasionally hike park trails.
• Help with special events and educational programs as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MAINTENANCE, FORESTRY AND TRAILS ASSISTANT
Throughout the 2025 season, we will build climbing access trails, mitigate extensive forest fuel, map and remove invasive weeds, and maintain the park’s facilities. You will fit right in if you are happiest outdoors, work hard, and learn every day.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• General park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities, including restrooms, picnic areas, roads, parking areas, and trails.
• Safely and courteously operating and maintaining state-owned vehicles, ATVs, and small power equipment.
• Communicating professionally and courteously with visitors, employees, and volunteers.
• Identifying, mapping, and removing invasive plants
• Leading volunteers in stewardship projects (trails, invasives, forestry)
• Assisting with forest fuels mitigation projects, including species/disease identification, crew supervision, felling, bucking, chipping, and saw maintenance.
• Performing trail maintenance and construction with a strong focus on stone stairways and walls.
• Other duties as assigned.

IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SECTION, PLEASE CHECK ALL POSITIONS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Basic Park Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a current & valid drivers' license and reliable transportation.
• The work site will provide some uniform items, however the employee may be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.
• Applicants will be subject to successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to work with limited supervision and work well within a team.

Maintenance, Forestry and Trails Assistant Specific Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week.
• Willing to work outside, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Must be able to lift 75-100 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills are preferred.
• Plant/tree identification skills are helpful.
• Experience safely operating equipment and tools is helpful.
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently towards clearly defined projects and outcome.

Visitor Services Assistant Specific Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work a minimum of 24 hours per week but can potentially be up to 40 hours per week in the busy season.
• Possess strong communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.
• Previous experience handling money and working with the public is preferred.
• Must be able to lift 10–25 pounds repeatedly during the course of a workday.

Maintenance, Forestry and Trails Assistant Specific Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week.
• Work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Ability to learn to safely and effectively operate equipment
• Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds repeatedly during a single workday.
• Lead volunteer groups of all sizes in stewardship projects
• Lead youth corps on trail and forestry projects
• Plant/tree identification skills are helpful.
• GIS familiarity helpful
• Bilingual skills strongly preferred

THIS ANNOUCEMENT IS FOR ALL SEASONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PARK.IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SECTION, PLEASE CHECK ALL POSITIONS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR

Supplemental Information

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us

ADAAA Accommodations

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

E-Verify employer:

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

HOW TO APPLY: Thank you for your interest. Submit an on-line application by clicking the link below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and all supplemental questions according to the instructions provided below. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed above

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20