TEMPORARY Limited Park Ranger - St. Vrain State Park

Job Overview

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.00 PER HOUR. EMPLOYMENT STARTS 03/01/2026 THROUGH 12/31/2026. This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early. The position is up to 40 hours per week and up to nine months in duration. School schedules MAY be accommodated.

This unarmed law enforcement position (Title 33 Commission) enforces park laws and regulations, issues citations for violations, patrols park areas by vehicle, bicycle, or foot, responds to emergencies, resolves visitor complaints, completes reports, may appear in court, assists with revenue collection, visitor services operations, education and interpretive programs. Certain parks may have specific lake, river, and backcountry duties. This position also 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 possess and maintain 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, traffic and conservation laws.
• Must have or be able to attain 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).
• Experience with hand and power tools preferred.
• Experience with small motors, trailers, tractors, and/or boats preferred (training available if required as part of regular work operations).
• Experience with environmental education, recreation based employment, military, and first responders preferred.

This position requires physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Ability to perceive color differences and to hear verbal and radio communications.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. In all aspects of the employment process, 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), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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.

For disability accommodations, contact dnr_ at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required.

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. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.