TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - All Positions 2026– Eldorado Canyon State Park

Full Job Description

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.50 -$25.00 PER HOUR EMPLOYMENT STARTS: April 2026 and lasting through November or December 2026 (budget permitting) and qualifications of the candidate.

Temporary housing may be available but not conditional of employment.

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.

Requirements

VISITOR SERVICES ASSISTANT $18.50-$20.50/HOUR
This is a customer service-based position that provides information to customers and handles all aspects of pass sales while supporting the staff. Daily interaction with park
visitors requires effective communication and public relations skills. The Visitor Services Assistant welcomes visitors and provides park-specific information. Duties
include, but are not limited to:
Staff the park entrance station and/or the visitor center.
Work directly with park visitors to greet and orientate them with the park.
Answer questions about trails, local wildlife, and park history.
Operate a cash register, collect revenue, complete shift reports, and balance shift box at the end of each shift.
Sell park passes, permits, registrations, licenses, books, maps, clothing, and novelties.
Monitor the park radio and use it to communicate with other staff.
Convey emergency information to staff and 911 via radio and telephone.
Light cleaning duties at the entrance station and visitor center.
Occasionally, hike park trails.
Help with special events and educational programs as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

MAINTENANCE, FORESTRY AND TRAILS ASSISTANT $18.50-$20.50/HOUR
Throughout the 2026 season, we will build climbing access trails, mitigate forest fuels, map and remove invasive weeds, and maintain the park’s facilities. You will fit right in if
you are happiest outdoors, work hard, and learn every day. Duties include:
General park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities, including restrooms, picnic areas, roads, parking areas, and trails.
Safely and courteously operating and maintaining state-owned vehicles, ATVs, and small power equipment.
Communicating professionally and courteously with visitors, employees, and volunteers.
Identifying, mapping, and removing invasive plants
Leading volunteers in stewardship projects (trails, invasives, forestry)
Assisting with forest fuels mitigation projects, including species/disease identification, crew supervision, felling, bucking, chipping, and saw maintenance.
Performing trail maintenance and construction with a strong focus on stone stairways and walls.
Other duties as assigned.

TRAIL CREW ASSISTANT $20.00-$25.00/HOUR
This seasonal crew position involves rebuilding sections of the Red garden Wall trail, including stone stairways and retaining walls. This position will also assist in recruiting
and retaining a volunteer base. If you enjoy outdoor work, teamwork, and feel fulfilled after a hard day's labor, this could be a great fit. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Performing trail maintenance and construction with a strong focus on stone stairways and walls built to commonly accepted standards.
Safely operating state-owned vehicles, ATVs, and small power equipment.
Familiarity with rigging and rope work
Familiarity with stone shaping tools and techniques is required
Experience recruiting and working with volunteers preferred
Backcountry medical experience and qualifications preferred

IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SECTION, PLEASE CHECK ALL

POSITIONS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Qualifications

Basic Park Requirements
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a current & valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
The work site will provide some uniform items; the employee may be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.
Applicants will be required to successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Basic computer skills required
Ability to work with limited supervision and work well within a team.

Visitor Services Assistant Specific Requirements:

Must be willing and able to work between 20 and 40 hours per week, including at least one weekly shift on Saturdays, Sundays, and/or holidays
Retail experience is preferred.
Possess strong communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.
Previous experience handling money and working with the public is preferred.
Must be able to lift 10–25 pounds repeatedly during a workday.
Bilingual skills preferred

Maintenance, Forestry, and Trails Assistant Specific Requirements:

Must be willing and able to work between 20 and 40 hours per week, including at least one weekly shift on Saturdays, Sundays, and/or holidays
Work outside in all kinds of weather.
Ability to learn to safely and effectively operate equipment
Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds repeatedly during a single workday.
Lead volunteer groups of all sizes in stewardship projects
Lead youth corps on trail and forestry projects
Plant/tree identification skills are helpful.
GIS familiarity helpful
Bilingual skills helpful

Trail Crew Specific Requirements:

Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week, and may include at least one weekly shift on Saturdays, Sundays, and/or holidays
Must be able to work independently
Work outside in all kinds of weather.
Ability to safely and effectively operate equipment
Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds repeatedly during a single workday.
Ability to build and sustain a corps of trail volunteers
Use Personal Protective equipment at all times and participate in a culture of safety
Communicate effectively in person and with radios
Bilingual skills helpful

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR ALL SEASONAL OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PARK.

IN THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SECTION, PLEASE CHECK ALL POSITIONS YOU ARE APPLYING FOR

Additional 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, 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.

Submit an on-line application by clicking the link below or 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.