Temporary Limited Commissioned Ranger – Vega State Park

TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – Vega State Park
Department Information
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) – PAYING $18 PER HOUR
EMPLOYMENT STARTS May THROUGH September or October, 2025
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.

If your goal is to invest in a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated
people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Our professionals are
committed to supporting the State government and the citizens of Colorado. Our mission 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 applicants 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. Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Description of Job
At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Vega State Park’s high-mountain lake sits in a beautiful montane
meadow on the northeast edge of Grand Mesa National Forest in Western Colorado.
Temporary Park Rangers educate the public and patrol our State Parks. They perform a wide
variety of jobs, and most work is conducted outside in all seasons and weather conditions. Park
Rangers work where everyone comes to play! They wear many hats because of the diversity of
the State’s geography, visitors, and recreational opportunities.

This is an unarmed law enforcement position (Title 33 Commission). Limited Commission Park
Ranger positions involve extensive customer service and public contact while enforcing
Colorado Parks and Wildlife laws and regulations. Specific duties may include but are not
limited to:
Issuing citations for violations
Conducting patrols of park areas by vehicle (Off-Highway vehicles, snowmobiles, bicycle, etc) or
by foot. Responding to emergencies and resolving visitor complaints.
Completing reports and may be required to appear in court.
Assisting in all areas of daily park operations which may include:
Revenue/fee collection, verification, basic accounting, and deposits
General park or facility maintenance such as cleaning of public facilities (restrooms, vault toilets,
campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc) as needed.
Visitor services operations which may involve education and interpretive programs.
Lake, river and backcountry recreation parks may have additional, separate duties. Other duties
as assigned.
This position is up to 40 hours per week and up to nine months in duration. Housing may
be available to applicants that are applying from out of the area/state.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must have a current & valid driver’s license required for operating a state vehicle and acceptable
driving record (will be verified as part of comprehensive background check process).
IMPORTANT – Federal law maintains prohibition of illegal drugs. If you have used marijuana
within the past 12 months and/or used any illegal drugs within the past 36 months you will be
disqualified from the process and will not advance further.

If you have been convicted of a felony or any domestic violence charge, and/or been convicted
of any misdemeanors which prohibit POST certification for Colorado Peace Officer standards
(see link: Decertifying Misdemeanors (Download PDF reader) Colorado POST (Download PDF
reader) (Download PDF reader)), you will be disqualified from the process. Successful
completion of a comprehensive background check is required.

Must be available to work various shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays and may
involve working during inclement weather.
This position requires outdoor physical work that may require climbing in and out of
vessels/vehicles and/or under trailers to perform job functions.
The work-site will provide some uniform items, however the employee may be required to
purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.

Must attend and successfully complete required Colorado State Park training (may include full
exposure to OC spray). Must have or be able to attain valid current First Aid and CPR
certifications.
Must be able to work with limited supervision and work well within a team.
Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.
Basic computer skills required (MS Office Suite, Google App Suite)
Preference may be given to applicants with or working towards a Natural Resources degree or
similar education. Previous experience handling money and working with the public is preferred.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly during the course of a workday.

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

Supplemental Information
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.
Therefore, 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.

As part of this commitment, our agency 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_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us.

ADAAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be
provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an
employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact
dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us. at least five business days before the date that any
accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the
accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical
documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please
ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

E-Verify employer:
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. Learn more about
E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support – Technical Help
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching
documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am
and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching
documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and
second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. The Human Resources
Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

HOW TO APPLY: Thank you for your interest. To apply for this position, please visit
https://careers.colorado.gov/ and search for this position by its job title. Follow all prompts to
submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and all supplemental questions
according to the instructions provided below. Failure to submit a complete and timely application
may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that
application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the
closing date and time listed above.