TEMPORARY Seasonal - Vega State Park

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Department Information

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS May THROUGH September or October, 2026.

This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.

Colorado State Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is committed to developing, preserving, and enhancing the state’s natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of all citizens and visitors. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

• Perform general park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities such as restrooms, showers, vault toilets, campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc.
• Operate and maintain state‑owned vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure quality customer service and facility cleanliness.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors.
• Assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work, and transporting materials and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must be able to lift 50–100 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday.
• Willing to work outside during inclement weather.

• Staff park entrance station and/or visitor center.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors, distribute maps/brochures, and promote educational programs.
• Sell park passes, permits, maps, and other merchandise; operate cash register and complete shift reports.
• Answer phones and take messages.
• Perform light maintenance of gates, visitor center, and offices.
• Assist with special events or programs.
• May prepare campground reservation forms and documents.
• Document and report visitor complaints.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• Staff the ANS inspection station.
• Conduct physical boat inspections and boater interviews.
• Provide information and assistance to the boating public.
• Maintain and clean inspection areas.
• Accurately record all boat inspections using written or phone‑application software.
• May handle reporter complaints and perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to work at the station for an 8‑hour shift and take lunch there.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• Plan, schedule, and present Junior Ranger, school, group, campfire, and guided hike programs.
• Provide roving interpretation in campgrounds and day‑use areas.
• Work with individual and group volunteers; train volunteer naturalists.
• Collaborate with other state, federal, and local agencies.
• Develop and promote program attendance; create brochures and other written materials.
• Work the visitor center front desk on a few days per week.
• Assist with special events or programs.
• Catalog and protect park collections of slides, photographs, specimens, etc.
• Attend assigned training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Work in visitor center, patrols, trail maintenance, facility maintenance, aquatic nuisance species education and inspections, construction, and more.
• Perform outdoor physical activity in all weather conditions.
• Must be at least 16 years of age; possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess or be able to acquire First Aid and CPR certifications.
• May work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work with limited supervision and within a team.
• Must be willing to work outdoors, may involve inclement weather.
• Must lift 50–100 pounds repeatedly during a workday.
• Housing may be available for out‑of‑area applicants.
• These positions are up to 40 hours per week and up to nine months in duration.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work outdoors and on weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• May need to undergo criminal background investigation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• First Aid and CPR certifications are preferred.
• Must be able to climb in/out of vessels and kneel/crawl under trailers.
• Uniform items will be provided; employees may need to purchase limited items at…