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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee- Roxborough State Park

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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee- Roxborough State Park

Salary

$18.00 Hourly

Location

Douglas County, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2025TEMP- PMA130

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

04/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

4751 E. Roxborough Drive, Littleton, CO 80125

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 $18.00 PER HOUR

EMPEMPLOYMENT STARTS 05/07/2025

This application is for all, current, open seasonal (non- ranger) 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 the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) 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/)

With close to 4000-acres, Roxborough State Park (https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Roxborough) is filled with dramatic red-rock formations, distinct plant communities, and a variety of wildlife ranging from black bears to mule deer. Enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, trail running, photography, bird watching, or one of our many programs and events. Whether you are new to the outdoors or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, Roxborough State Park has an opportunity for you.

Description of Job

Visitor Center Attendant / Visitor Services: 40 hours/ week.

A customer service based position that involves working in a visitor center greeting visitors, or may be assigned to work in the field in specialized duties at some parks. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills.

Specific Duties may include:

+ Provide information and assistance to visitors (distributes maps/ brochures, orients visitors to park facilities and amenities, promotes education programs, educates on State Park regulations, etc.)

+ Sell parks passes, permits, books, maps, clothing, and other novelties

+ May sell gift certificates, search and rescue cards, boat registrations, OHV registrations and snowmobile registrations, fishing and hunting licenses at some locations.

+ Operate a cash register.

+ Answering of telephones and transferring/taking messages.

+ Photo-copying and filing

+ Collects revenue, completes shift report and balances shift box at end of each shift.

+ May document and report visitor complaints.

+ Cleaning and maintenance duties of interior and exterior of visitor center and park. Including litter pick up, and snow removal.

+ Work with park volunteers

+ Monitor park radio communication and communicate important information to park staff.

+ May assist with scheduling special events and programs within the park

+ Monitor park email and respond to visitor emails or forward to staff.

+ Maintain park calendars and coordinate and schedule park events with staff, and volunteers.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

+ Must be 18 years of age or older.

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

+ Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week.

+ Will need to undergo a criminal background investigation.

+ Willing to work outside, sometimes in inclement weather.

+ Gate Attendant/ Visitor Services must be able to lift 10-25 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday

+ Previous experience handling money and working with the public preferred.

+ Basic computer skills required

+ Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.

+ Must be able to take initiative, work with minimal supervision, and deliver high-quality results.

+ The park will provide uniform shirts, hats, and name tags, however the employee 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].

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 [email protected] 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 inE-Verify (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/E-Verify\_Participating\_Employer.jpg) in accordance with the program'sRight to Work (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/ier\_righttoworkposter-%20jpeg(1).jpg) 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 (https://www.e-verify.gov/) 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 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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Are you at least 18 years of age or older?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you currently possess and are you able to maintain a valid Driver's License or do you have reliable transportation?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you willing and able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Are you a current student, graduated within the past 3 years OR have you experienced a recent career change related to Natural Resources?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Please select which areas of experience your work history includes:

+ Customer Service

+ Cash handling

+ MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

+ Google Application Suite (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, etc.)

+ Radio operation

+ Hand tools

+ Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience

+ Maintenance work

+ Mowing and weed whacking

+ Electrical work

+ Plumbing

+ Construction

+ Trail Maintenance/ Trail Building

+ Heavy Equipment operation (skid steer, track loader, tractor, etc)

+ ATV Mowing

+ Small Engine Maintenance (Chainsaws, mowers, weed whackers, etc)

06

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

07

Are you willing to undergo a background check?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Can you interact with people in an upbeat and friendly basis, regardless of circumstances?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Are you comfortable handling and being responsible for large amounts of cash?

+ Yes

+ No

10

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

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This is a temporary position not to exceed 9 months, do you understand and accept?

+ Yes

+ No

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