Park Ranger Intern

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Job Posting Closes at 11 : 59PM on :

02 / 19 / 25

Division : Open Space Division

Management Level :

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Benefit Eligibility :

This position is non-benefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.

Description :

Job Description Summary :

Jefferson County is currently looking to hire a Park Ranger Intern . This position provides you the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges.

The Ranger Intern provides work assistance to the Park Ranger team at Jefferson County Open Space. The Ranger Intern will also complete a self-guided project by the end of the internship period.

Schedule :

This is a temporary position scheduled for 8 weeks and requires full on-site support 3 days per week to be worked from 8A-4P. Prior to the start of the summer internship, one full day of training on Sunday, April 7, 2024 is required.

Compensation :

Anticipated Hire Range : $18.00 - $19.00 USD Hourly

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

Please note that this is a temporary, non-benefited position scheduled to work approximately 20-24 hours per week. There is no holiday pay. Employees are able to earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours.

Essential Duties :

• The primary duties of the Ranger Intern fall under 6 categories :
• Receive training in stewardship education and authority of the resource contacts by attending the Park Patroller Training in April.
• Receive a CPR / First-Aid Certification by attending the Park Patroller Training, if not already attained by an outside agency.
• Train with Park Ranger FTO's and other Rangers as assigned to gain experience in the field duties and operations of a large Ranger team. This may include field projects, regular patrolling duties as assigned, medicals, search and rescue operations, learning emergency accesses, etc.
• Train with the Ranger education team to learn the coordination and operation of an education program at Lookout Mountain Nature Center. This may include school programs, pop-up booths, Camp Junior Rangers, public programs, and admin duties as assigned.
• Take personal initiative in gaining stewardship education experience by doing solo patrols when not with Ranger team.
• Assist with visitor count surveys when not with Ranger team.

Qualifications :

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Skills, qualities and attributes that will lead to success in this role include :

Additional Information :

How to Apply :

Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities.

Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal.

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https : / / www.jeffco.us / 1860 / FAQs

Questions :

Education : Bachelor's Degree

Experience : Certifications :

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Category :

Enforcement & Protective Services

Salary : $18 - $19