TEMPORARY Seasonal Position - Rifle Gap State Park Complex

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) – PAYING $17.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS NOW THROUGH 11/01/2026.

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 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.

Nested behind the Grand Hogback, and below the White River National Forest, Rifle Gap State Park 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.

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.

Responsible for all general park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities including: restrooms, showers, vault toilets, campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc.

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on state‑owned vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure quality customer service and facility maintenance, repair and cleanliness.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors.
• May assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work and transporting materials and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 park 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.
• Answer telephones and transfer/take messages.
• Photo‑copy and file.
• Collect revenue, complete shift report and balance shift box at end of each shift.
• May prepare campground reservation 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‑up.
• May…