TEMPORARY Seasonal Position 2025 - Rifle Gap State Park Complex

TEMPORARY Seasonal Position 2025 - Rifle Gap State Park Complex

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Salary

$17. 00 Hourly

Location

Garfield County, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2025TEMP- PMA055

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

01/16/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

5775 Highway 325, Rifle, CO 81650

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

dnr_hr_employeetransactions@state. co. us

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 / 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 TEMPORARYPOSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17. 00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS NOW THROUGH 10/01/2025.

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

Description of Job

Nestled behind the Grand Hogback, and below the White River National Forest, Rifle Gap State Park (/cpw. state. co. us/placestogo/parks/RifleGap) is a great place to spend your summer! Whether you're looking for experience in natural resources, or want a fun summer job, we are currently accepting applications for various summer positions.


AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES INSPECTOR: A customer service based position that involves

inspecting for invasive Zebra/Quagga Mussels, Milfoil or other plant species on boats and personal watercraft at an inspection point on the park. This is an important position for the protection of natural resources from non-native species that threaten wildlife, drinking water/irrigation and all water related outdoor recreation in the State of Colorado. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

Staff the park ANS (aquatic nuisance species) inspection station.

Conduct physical boat inspections and boater interviews.

Provide information and assistance to the boating public (distributes brochures, promotes ANS education, educates about State Park regulations, etc. )

Cleaning and light maintenance duties of interior and exterior of ANS inspection areas. Including maintenance of facilities and grounds.

Accurate counting and recording of all boat inspections, either written or by phone application software.

May document and report visitor complaints.

Other duties as assigned.

PARK MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN: 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

VISITOR SERVICES TECHNICIAN: 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.


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.


Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 16 years of age

Staff the park entrance station.




May sell gift certificates, search and rescue cards, boat registrations, OHV registrations and snowmobil.