Temporary Positions - Ridgway State Park

Department Information

THESE ARE TEMPORARY POSITIONS (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17.00-$19.50 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS: Varies, but typically Spring 2024 through Fall 2024.

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.

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.

Description of Job

This post is for multiple open jobs within Ridgway State Park.

Visitor Center/Entrance Attendant

Position is for either Visitor Center or one of our three Entrance Stations. This position involves substantial contact with the public and requires excellent customer service, computer, and communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to, greeting the public and answering the phone, providing information on park facilities and procedures, verifying and selling park passes, boat and OHV registrations, hunting and fishing licenses, selling and stocking our Visitor Center's merchandise, update and maintain three bulletin boards, create flyers, brochures, newsletters as assigned, perform general clerical duties as needed.

Maintenance

Specific duties include but are not limited to general park maintenance. This position is responsible for maintaining and upkeep of Parks facilities by cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting, emptying trash, and power washing park buildings and facilities.

This position is required to utilize equipment such as pressure washers, hand tools, small power tools, shop vac's, vacuums, park vehicles, and other equipment on a daily basis. Employees will be required to wear personal protective equipment as necessary. The position has daily interaction with park visitors that requires effective communication and public relations skills. This position will be expected to assist with other maintenance duties including maintenance of equipment, facilities, and grounds with other assigned duties.

ANS Boat Inspector

Specific duties include but are not limited to, inspecting all incoming and outgoing boats for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). Inspections include contacting incoming and outgoing boaters and physically and visually inspecting boats and all associated boating equipment. Training will be provided to follow statewide procedures

Marina Concessions

Marina staff overall duties include, but are not limited to, management and maintenance of rental boats and equipment, managing seasonal and short term marina rental space, and selling concessions at the marina store. Specific rental duties include checking in and out customers, inspecting rental equipment and giving instruction on proper use, safety, and terms of rental.

This may also include assistance in fueling boats and cleaning rental equipment. Marina rental space operations consist of managing communication, contracts, and scheduling with customers through existing computer systems and phones to promote a safe and pleasant boating experience for our patrons. Selling concessions require the use of computers and cash registers, handle money, balance sales as necessary, and complete all required paperwork as required and in a timely fashion.

Marina employees are also expected to clean and do light maintenance duties of the interior and exterior of concession and rental dock areas. Finally, marina employees will have daily interaction with park visitors that includes greeting customers, providing park information, selling passes and fishing licenses.

Naturalist

The park naturalist will research, plan, advertise and present educational and interpretive programs. Programs include, but are not limited to, youth outings and school field trips, archery and fishing programs, campfire talks, and guided hikes.

The Naturalist may also be responsible for coordinating and scheduling guest speakers and volunteer naturalists to conduct and lead programs. Other duties include promoting attendance at programs; roving interpretation; community outreach programs/events; maintaining interpretive displays and bulletin boards throughout the park; assisting with planning, organizing, advertising and facilitating special events on the park such as Lake Appreciation Day. The park naturalist will work closely with other volunteers and park staff.

In addition, they will correspond with and work professionally with natural resource professionals to maintain and build upon existing programs and partnerships. The park naturalist will attend agency sponsored training. Park staff will provide training on specific topics, duties and policies pertaining to the position upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

ANS and the Marina will perform physical activities include, but are not limited to, lifting 50 lbs. or more, balancing, walking, standing, stooping, climbing onto/into trailered boats, crawling, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and bending in different positions in order to properly inspect and decontaminate boats and handle equipment.

Maintenance will perform physical activities that include, but are not limited to, lifting 50 lbs. or more, balancing, walking, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and bending in different positions.

Visitor Center/Entrance Attendant will perform moderate levels of physical activity. Activities may include, but are not limited to, lifting, balancing, walking, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and bending in different positions.

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

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work

• A background screening may be required for placement in this position

• Applicants may be disqualified based on some felony or serious misdemeanor convictions

• Strong customer service and communication skills required

• Must be enthusiastic, organized, and self-motivated

• Must be able to perform, or with reasonable accommodation, the physical requirements as listed above

• Able and willing to do data entry on tablets and computers

• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts

• Willing to work outside and in inclement weather

• Upon hire attend and successfully complete required boat inspector training

• Supply and work in appropriate uniform as directed by policy

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision

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 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.