TEMPORARY Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) / Technician – Colorado Springs Office
State of ColoradoAbout the role
Posting number: 2026TEMP- PMA168
Department: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Job classification: Temporary Aide
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building Maintenance, Code Enforcement, Parks and Beaches, Public Safety, Risk Management, Waste Management, Law Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Land Use, Parks, Safety, Natural Resources, Maintenance, Customer Service, Internship, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Career Exploration, Student Employment
Summary
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00-$19.00 PER HOURTHIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (4 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.30 PER HOUR
EMPLOYMENT STARTS 09/01/2026 THROUGH 12/24/2026.
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.
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.
Examples of duties
Position is responsible for accepting hunter-harvested deer and elk heads, collecting data, payment and samples for chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing. Position is also responsible for driving relay routes to transport hunter harvested deer and elk from collection sites to research sampling sites in all weather conditions. Training is provided on how to remove tissue samples from deer and elk for CWD testing and to perform mandatory inspections of hunter harvested moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, black bears and mountain lions, and will coordinate with law enforcement, as needed. The CWD technician position is also responsible for maintaining, sanitizing, and handling equipment safely as well as cleaning the coolers and keeping work stations clean.
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:- BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and lift 50lbs.
- Ability to interact positively with the public in various situations.
- Weekend and evening work may be required.
- Hunting and fishing experience helpful.
- Applicants may be subject to successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
- Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week.
Supplemental information
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.
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