CPW Park Resource Technician IV (Stagecoach State Park) Oak Creek, CO

Full Job Description

We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.

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.

In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

This work unit exists to direct and implement a variety of outdoor recreation programs and activities at Stagecoach Lake State Parks, within the guidelines of Colorado State Statutes, regulations, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife policy and procedures for the use and benefit of approximately 600,000 visitors which utilize the area annually.

This unit provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities to the public, while working to ensure that safety and high quality standards are met.

It maintains and improves visitor facilities, park infrastructure and natural resources within the park.

This unit is responsible for providing visitor services, maintenance functions, natural resource protection, natural resource education, administrative functions, inter-agency cooperation and assisting with statewide programs.

The work unit administers State Park Programs within the district, and provides recreation and natural resource management expertise to Federal, State, County, Local, and Private Entities.

Requirements

This position exists to manage overall maintenance programs for Stagecoach Lake State Parks, which will involve the supervision of temporary personnel, oversee dam operations, manage the water and wastewater production programs, oversee all facility equipment, grounds and natural resource maintenance operations and programs on the park.

This position will provide maintenance, repair and construction of electrical, water and sewage systems, buildings, facilities, equipment, roads, boat ramps, shorelines, beaches, grounds and trails.

This position will support park management through inspection and project management of all maintenance and construction activities, implementation of work program goals and preventative maintenance.

This position exists to provide a safe and pleasant environment for recreational activities by cleaning, repairing, replacing, and operating equipment, systems, grounds, facilities, and infrastructure for the use of park visitors and staff.

The position inspects and manages maintenance needs of the park grounds, swim beach, roads, shorelines, campsites, picnic areas, trails, state fleet owned vehicles and general equipment.

This position participates in the planning and execution of natural resource management, weed/pest management and maintaining compliance with Local, State, and Federal guidelines (OSHA, ADA, etc.).

Maintenance Program Management/Supervision

Assures work unit maintenance needs are accomplished effectively and efficiently by planning and implementing maintenance activities, resolving maintenance related problems, budgeting, order and purchasing materials and supplies, and completing all related reports.

Design and develop work program plans.

Inspect facilities, grounds, vehicles, equipment and all repair and construction projects to assure quality performance, public and employee safety and resource and facility protection and enhancement.

Directs and schedules the maintenance programs including preventative maintenance, repair, construction, and maintenance of park facilities, utilities, equipment, vehicles, grounds and natural resources.

Recruits, hires, and trains seasonal maintenance staff to accomplish a variety of park needs.

Operates and maintains various equipment including tractor, backhoe, loader, dump truck, mowers, snowplow, and small engine equipment.

Ensures that all vehicles and equipment are maintained in working order. Performs preventative maintenance or repairs and makes recommendations on needed equipment, vehicles and tools.

Recruit, hire, supervise, and train staff to assist in accomplishing tasks.

Water and Wastewater Management

Assures work unit maintenance needs are accomplished effectively and efficiently by planning and implementing maintenance activities, resolving maintenance relate problems, budgeting, order and purchasing materials and supplies, and completing all related reports associated with water and wastewater operations.

Design and develop work program plans.

Inspect facilities, grounds, equipment and all repair and construction projects to assure quality performance, public and employee safety and resource and facility protection and enhancement.

Maintain required CDPHE certifications for facility operation. Complete required reporting and record keeping.

Dam Operations

Plan, implement, direct and participate in activities designed to operate, manage and maintain the dams at both parks.

Specifically manages both dam’s gates and equipment to monitor and control water releases for required downstream interests and lake level optimization.

Monitor dams and participate in regular safety inspections. Coordinate with Dam Safety, Division of Water Resources, CPW staff and other agency staff on water rights issues and operations.

Determines needs, establishes priorities, implements program practices and requests appropriate funds to accomplish goals. Provides appropriate record keeping.

Administration and Training

Administrative duties include regular reports from every section of responsibility; include filing and maintaining records for the required time periods. Replying to email and phone requests.

Budgets for, and documents expenditures related to program management.

Orders and purchases materials and supplies necessary to maintain and operate programs and completes all related purchase requisitions and receiving reports.

Facility Maintenance

Performs routine, preventative and controlled maintenance task independently or in conjunction with temporary staff in the construction, maintenance, fabrication, and repair of buildings and facilities.

Performs skilled electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, concrete, and painting, staining, and welding work.

Maintains and operates park water and electrical distribution systems and sewage treatment systems where applicable.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsAt least four years of work experience in construction, carpentry, equipment/machinery operation, farming, ranching, range land management, wildlife/habitat management, resource management, landscaping, facility maintenance/management, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

You must adequately demonstrate your experience in your application as it relates to the duties of this position. No formal college education is required.

ORA combination of related education in construction or project management, natural resources, environmental science, recreation management, business and/or relevant experience in construction, carpentry, equipment/machinery operation, farming, ranching, range land management, wildlife/habitat management, resource management, landscaping, facility maintenance/management, HVAC, plumbing, electrical equal to four (4) years.

Substitutions

Appropriate education in, construction or project management, natural resources, or recreation management, or a related field of study will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Class Code: Technician

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former State experience relevant to this position.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with supervisors, coworkers and the public.
• Experience managing detailed records and quality control of data.
• Experience with building maintenance and associated tools, plumbing and electrical work. Noxious weed spraying experience.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Excellent customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking.
• Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation.
• Keen attention to detail.

Required Competencies

• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to use and operate computers and email.
• Ability to obtain and maintain position certifications.
• Strong level of written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to run and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Ability to maintain building and landscaping infrastructure.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong multi-tasking skills, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite.
• Adaptable to change, open-minded.

Conditions of Employment

• State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle.
• Criminal and Driving Background check required.
• May handle pesticides and herbicides.
• Occasional overnight travel for annual statewide training or in service.
• May be required to work weekends/ holidays and after hours shifts.

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position.

(Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).

• Must be capable of operating boats, OHV, golf carts, maintenance equipment (including but not limited to: mowers, chain saws, weed whips, tractors, snow plow, backhoe, dump truck and other maintenance related equipment).

Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who: Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

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Additional Information

• All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.

• Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.

• Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement.

• Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.

• This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.

• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one vacancy at this level and reporting location.

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.