TEMPORARY Seasonal - Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Temporary Positions – Pay $24.00/hour

These seasonal positions run for up to 9 months and pay $24.00 per hour. Employment begins between April and September, with an Final date to receive applications of 01/31/26.

All positions begin 04/27/26 and end 09/07/26 unless otherwise noted.

Responsibilities include overall management, maintenance, customer service, trail maintenance and construction, resource management, and campground operations. Primarily focused on managing dispersed camping areas. Educates the public on special camping regulations and Leave No Trace principles, and mitigates recreation impacts such as litter, social trails, and camping sprawl.

Assists with river services. Responsibilities include accurate counting of private boats, collecting spot checks from commercial outfitters, verifying use on rationed days, collecting trash, driving state vehicles safely, transmitting information via radios, providing public information, maintaining clean tally sheets, data entry, and other duties as assigned. Requires working outdoors ~80% of the time and indoors ~20%.

All positions are 40 hours per week; school schedules may be accommodated.

• May be required to pass a drug test prior to hire.
• Must operate a motorized vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• First Aid and CPR certifications may be required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

This role requires significant use of arms and legs, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

Workers expected to drive state-owned vehicles must maintain a safe driving record and a valid license. Motor vehicle records will be reviewed for workers who have an assigned fleet vehicle, are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position, or use a pool fleet vehicle.

The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer seeking a diverse workforce. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected status is prohibited. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Any person with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation at least five business days prior to the date accommodation is required. Contact the ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_ for assistance.

The Department participates in E-Verify. Employees must complete I‑9 verification upon job offer acceptance and submit required documents within the specified timeframe.

For issues with NEOGOV, call 855‑524‑5627 (Mon‑Fri, 6 am–6 pm PT). The HR Office cannot assist with technical difficulties.