TEMPORARY Limited Commission Ranger – Steamboat Lake and Pearl Lake State Parks – Housing Available
State of ColoradoAbout the role
Posting number: 2026TEMP- PMA058
Department: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Job classification: Temporary Aide
Posting type: Open
Categories: Code Enforcement, Law Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Parks, Customer Service, Hospitality and Tourism, Career Exploration
Summary
THIS IS A
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.50 PER HOUR.
FREE SEASONAL COMMUNAL/DORM SUITE STYLE EMPLOYEE
HOUSING AVAILABLE. HOUSING IS FOR THE EMPLOYEE ONLY. NO
PETS ALLOWED
STARTS Mid-May 2026 THROUGH 09/30/2026.
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.
Examples of duties
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.
DUTIES:
- Enforce park laws and regulations; issue citations for violations; patrol park areas by motor vehicle, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) and/or foot.
- Respond to emergencies and resolves visitor complaints.
- Complete reports and may be required to appear in court.
- Assist visitor services operations including providing quality customer service, revenue collection and verification, accounting and deposits, and education and interpretive programs.
- Assist with all general park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities including: restrooms, vault toilets, campsites, picnic areas, trails, etc.
- Positions will operate and perform routine maintenance on State owned vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
- Employees may assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work and transporting materials and supplies.
- Assist with all areas of daily park operations and other duties as assigned.
NOTE:
- This position is up to 40 hours per week and up to eight months in duration.
- School schedules MAY be accommodated.
- Free seasonal employee On-Site housing available. A $100 deposit is required. Pets are not allowed.
- Some uniform items will be provided. Employees will be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.
Qualifications
- 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 Colorado POST
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