TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – North Sterling State Park

TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – North Sterling State Park

State of Colorado

Duration: 9 months or less (Temporary)

Pay: $17.75 per hour

Employment Start: 03/01/2026 – 10/01/2028

• This is an unarmed law enforcement position (Title 33 Commission) that enforces park laws and regulations; issues citations for violations; patrols park areas by vehicle, bicycle or foot.
• Responds to emergencies and resolves visitor complaints.
• Will complete reports and may be required to appear in court.
• Positions located on water‑based recreation parks will conduct inspections on boats and other water craft for aquatic nuisance species and will need to take appropriate action upon discovery of such species.
• Positions may also assist with revenue collection and verification, visitor services operations, education and interpretive programs.
• Assists with all areas of daily park operations.
• Assures quality customer service, facility maintenance, repair and cleanliness, assists with fee collection, accounting and deposits, and environmental education programs.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be free of felony convictions or pending charges. Consideration will be given to all other previous violations of law, including misdemeanor violations, domestic violence, traffic and conservation laws.
• Must have or be able to attain valid current First Aid and CPR certifications; must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
• Must attend and successfully complete required Colorado State Park training (may include full exposure to OC spray).
• Some parks require prior boating operation and experience for some ranger positions.
• Preference may be given to applicants with or working towards a Natural Resources or similar education.

This position will perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Ability to perceive color differences and to hear verbal and radio communications.

To be compliant with the New Fleet Vehicle Policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who have an assigned State fleet vehicle, are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position, or utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle.

State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. We encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and 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).

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We 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_

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.

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