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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee 2024 - James M. Robb Colorado River State Park

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TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee 2024 - James M. Robb Colorado River State Park

Salary

$15.75 - $18.00 Hourly

Location

Mesa County, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2024TEMP- PMA043

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

01/10/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

dnrhremployeetransactions@state.co.us

Type of Announcement

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

Primary Physical Work Address

Depending on Availability: Corn Lake Section: 361 32 Road, Clifton Colorado 81520 Fruita Section: 595 595 Highway 340, Fruita, CO 81521 Island Acres Section: 1055 I-70, Palisade, CO 81526

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 ATEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) –$15.75- $18.00/HOUR + depending on experience with an opportunity for increase during the course of employment.

EMPLOYMENT STARTS April-May THROUGH September-October.

This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.

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

The mission of theColorado 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/)

Description of Job

James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park (https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/JamesMRobbColoradoRiver) : From Fruita on the west end, to Island Acres on the east end and three stops in-between, this is one park split into five sections. To visit the park, follow the Colorado River west from Debeque Canyon to Fruita, and enjoy five uniquely different river and lake based outdoor recreation opportunities.

Depending on Availability:

Corn Lake Section: 361 32 Road, Clifton Colorado 81520

Fruita Section: 595 595 Highway 340, Fruita, CO 81521

Island Acres Section: 1055 I-70, Palisade, CO 81526

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

PARK MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN $18.00/HOUR depending on experience: Responsible for all general park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities including: restrooms, showers, vault toilets, campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc.

• Operates and performs routine maintenance on State owned vehicles and equipment

• Assures quality customer service and facility maintenance, repair and cleanliness

• Provides information and assistance to visitors

• May assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work and transporting materials and supplies

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Be able to lift 50-100 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday

VISITOR SERVICES TECHNICIAN $15.75/HOUR + depending on experienceFruita, CO 81521- Part time 24 hours: A customer service based position that involves working in a visitor center or gate entrance, greeting visitors, or may be assigned to work in the field in specialized duties as some parks. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills.

• Staff the park entrance station and/or the visitor center.

• 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.)

• Provide information to the boating and non-boating public.

• Sell parks passes, permits, books, maps, clothing, firewood and other novelties.

• May sell gift certificates, search and rescue cards, boat registrations, OHV registrations and snowmobile registrations, fishing and hunting licenses.

• 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 prepare campground reservations forms and documents.

• May document and report visitor complaints.

• Cleaning and light maintenance duties of interior and exterior of gates, visitor center and/or offices, including litter pick up.

• May assist with special events or programs within the park.

• Other duties as assigned.

  INTERNSHIP Park Ranger Intern $18.00/HOUR + depending on experience with an opportunity for increase during the course of employment: This is an internship position that will be exposed to a variety of park operations and other positions within CPW. Dependent on age (21 years minimum) and the results of a background check, ideally this position may also receive training necessary to enforce parks and wildlife laws within the geographic boundaries of the park.

• The position will research, advertise and present educational programs to park visitors, assist with general park maintenance, including cleaning restrooms, selling parks and wildlife products via a computerized system and answer questions from the public.

• Approximately, 20% of this position’s time will be dedicated to the reclamation of riparian and upland habitat.

• This includes the use of portable irrigation equipment, applying herbicides, mechanical removal of non-desirable vegetation by hand, saw or mower and caging or adjusting cages around desirable vegetation.

  NOTE FOR THIS POSITION:

• If conducting law enforcement duties there is a 21 year age minimum

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and a current motor vehicle report.

• 50-100 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single

If you have any questions feel free to email coriverstatepark@gmail.com

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Colorado drivers' license or reliable transportation

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

• Previous experience handling money and working with the public.

• Computer experience (Microsoft Word, Excel, Point of Sale) is highly recommended and helpful.

• May need to undergo criminal background investigation.

• Hours: 40 hours per week, nights, holidays and weekends required

• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to work with little supervision

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  This position will perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Possibly Standing for 8 hours straight on overly busy days.

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 dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us.

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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.

01

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

• Visitor Service Technician

• Park Maintenance

• Internship Park Ranger

  02

  Which of the following work locations are you willing to work?

• Corn Lake Section: 361 32 Road, Clifton Colorado 81520

• Fruita Section: 595 595 Highway 340, Fruita, CO 81521

• Island Acres Section: 1055 I-70, Palisade, CO 81526

• All of the above.

  03

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

  04

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

• Yes

• No

  05

  Do you have experience with herbicide application?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License or have reliable transportation?

• Yes

• No

  07

  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)

  08

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

• Yes

• No

  09

  Successful completion and passing of a background screening MAY be required for placement in this position. This is a temporary position that does not exceed 9 months. Please acknowledge your acceptance of the terms:

• I understand and accept these terms

  10

  I understand that housing is NOT provided.

• Yes

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