Temporary ANS, Visitor Center, Maintenance, MARINA Navajo State Park

Overview

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17-$19 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS APPROXIMATELY 04/15/2026 THROUGH 10/15/2026.

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 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.

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 in 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 in outside conditions with a variety of weather conditions
• 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.
• ANS applicants will be required to work at the ANS station for an 8+ hour shift and take lunch at the station.
• 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, cabins, 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

VISITOR SERVICES TECHNICIAN

A customer service-based position that involves working in the Navajo State Park visitor center, greeting visitors. The position may cross-train to provide support to other park locations when needed. Daily interaction with park visitors requires effective communication and excellent public relations skills.

• Staff the park's visitor center to 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 state POS system/cash register and computer to print reports.
• Answering of telephones and transferring/taking messages.
• Collects revenue, completes shift report and balances shift box at end of each shift.
• May take campground reservations
• May document and report visitor complaints.
• Cleaning and light maintenance duties of interior and exterior of visitor center and/or offices, including litter pick up.
• May assist with special events or programs within the park.
• Other duties as…