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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - State Forest State Park

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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - State Forest State Park

Salary

$17.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Location

Jackson County, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2025TEMP- PMA008

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

12/15/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

56750 State Hwy 14, Walden, CO 80480

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Type of Announcement

This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. 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.

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Department Information

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17.00-$20.00 PER HOUR,DEPENDING ON POSITION.

EMPLOYMENT VARIES, TYPICALLY START 04/2025 THROUGH 08/2025..

This application is for all, current, open seasonal positions at the park. Please select which position(s) you are applying for.

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 theColorado Department of Natural Resources (https://dnr.colorado.gov/) 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.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)

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. (http://cpw.state.co.us/)

Description of Job

This application is for all, current, open seasonal positions at the park. Please select which position(s) you are applying for.

PARK RESOURCE TECHNICIAN: $17.00/HOURResponsible for all general park maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep.

+ Cleaning of public facilities, including restrooms, showers, vault toilets, cabins, campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc.

+ Operate and perform routine maintenance on State-owned vehicles, facilities, and equipment.

+ Provide quality customer service information and assistance to visitors.

+ Assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work, and transporting materials and supplies

+ Other duties as assigned

TRAIL CREW MEMBER: $18.00/HOURThis is a position designed to maintain and improve existing trail systems on the State Forest State Park (hundreds of miles of heavily used trails throughout the park). This position is tasked with motorized trail as well as some non-motorized trail maintenance.

+ Crew members may work alone, but will often work in a group with other trail crew members and will be provided assistance with duties, if necessary. This position works in the backcountry on the park’s OHV trail systems.

+ Crew members will help trail crew supervisor with coordinating, planning, and completing trail work throughout the season on the State Forest State Park.

+ CPW is a customer service based agency so this position will work with park visitors, and work on trails that are actively being used by the public.

+ This position may be called on to assist other positions such as maintenance, rangers or visitor services at times.

+ Hand tools, chain saws, Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV’s), tracked skid steer/tractor, etc. will be used to complete tasks.

+ This is a manual labor position that requires Trail Crew Members to be able to lift at least 40 lbs., work outdoors and exposed to the elements on a daily basis. Trails range in elevation from 8,500 feet to 13,000 feet above sea level.

+ The park will provide some uniform items, but employees will be required to purchase other items at their own expense.

TRAIL CREW -HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: $20.00/HOURThis position will assist the park trail crew with heavy equipment operation (skid steer, mini excavator, etc.) on the park’s OHV trail systems. Completing trail work, ensuring safety of the trail crew, and knowledge of heavy equipment are the primary focus of the heavy equipment operator. This position is designed to maintain and improve existing trail systems on the State Forest State Park.

+ This position is tasked with motorized trail as well as non-motorized trail maintenance. There are many miles of heavily used trails throughout this property. The Heavy Equipment Operator may work alone, but will mostly work in a group with the trail crew and will be provided assistance in duties if necessary.

+ This position often works in the backcountry on the park’s trail systems

+ CPW is a customer service based agency so this position will work with park visitors, and work on trails that are actively being used by the public.

+ This position may be called on to assist other positions such as maintenance, rangers or visitor services at times.

+ Heavy equipment such as excavator, skid steer, backhoe, tractor, dump truck and chain saws, Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV’s), etc. will be used to complete tasks.

+ Knowledge of how to operate an excavator is preferred.

+ This is a manual labor position that requires the heavy equipment operator to be lift at least 40 lbs., outdoors and exposed to the elements on a daily basis. Trails range in elevation from 8,500 feet to 13,000 feet above sea level.

+ The park will provide some uniform items, but employees will be required to purchase other items at their own expense.

VISITOR SERVICES TECHNICIAN: $17.00/HOURThis is a customer service-based position that involves working in a visitor center greeting visitors and/or may be assigned to work as an entrance gate attendant. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

+ Must be at least 16 years of age.

+ Staff the park entrance station.

+ Provide information and assistance to visitors (distribute maps/ brochures, orient visitors to park facilities and amenities, promote education programs, educate on State Park regulations, etc.).

+ Operate a cash register and computer retail system.

+ Sell park passes, permits, books, maps, clothing, firewood, and other retail items.

+ Sell gift certificates, search and rescue cards, boat registrations, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) and snowmobile registrations and permits, and fishing and hunting licenses.

+ Answer phones and customer questions and transfer/take messages.

+ Photo-copy and file documents.

+ Collect revenue, complete shift report, and balance shift box at end of each shift.

+ Sell campground reservations in the computer reservation system.

+ Document and report visitor complaints.

+ Clean and perform light maintenance duties, including litter pick up.

+ Clean/sanitize Visitor Center displays, public restrooms and assist with special events or programs within the park.

+ Must be able to work weekends, shifts, and holidays.

+ Other duties as assigned.

+ NOTE:

+ These positions are up to 40 hours per week and up to nine months in duration.

+ School schedules MAY be accommodated.

+ Employee On-Site Housing is available for a nominal fee.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

REQUIREMENTS:

+ Must be at least 18 years of age.

+ Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license or have reliable transportation.

+ Successful completion and passing of background screening may be required for placement in this position.

+ Must have or be able to attain valid current First Aid and CPR certifications during employment.

+ Must be self-motivated.

+ Must be able to work independently.

+ Must be willing and able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.

+ Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.

+ Some uniform items will be provided, however employees may be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.

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 at [email protected].

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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 upload (attach) it.The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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Please select all available positions for which you would like to apply:

+ PROPERTY RESOURCE TECHNICIAN

+ TRAIL CREW MEMBER

+ TRAIL CREW -HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

+ VISITOR SERVICES TECHNICIAN

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Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work experience?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife:

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Please select which areas of experience your work history includes:

+ Customer Service

+ Cash handling

+ Heavy and Light hand tools

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Are you a student or have you graduated within the past 3 years?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe how your work experience translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions:

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Successful completion and passing of background screening may be required for placement in this position

+ I understand and accept these terms

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This is a temporary position paying between $17.00 and $20.00 per hour DEPENDING ON POSITION and will not exceed 9-months. Please acknowledge your acceptance of these terms:

+ I understand and accept these terms

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Housing may be available for a nominal fee, but is not conditional of employment. Would you be interested in park housing options?

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