This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.
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
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Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
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Paid life insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Employee Wellness programs
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Flexible Spending Accounts
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Health Savings Accounts
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11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
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Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
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Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
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Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE
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.
This work unit exists to direct and implement a variety of outdoor recreation programs and activities, while managing and protecting the natural resources and man-made facilities at five separate and distinct units of James M. Robb-Colorado River State Park as well as managing and protecting approximately 8 miles of multi-use trail along the Colorado River corridor. The park provides a safe and quality recreational experience to nearly 500,00 visitors per year along with a wide range of appropriate recreational and educational opportunities. This is balanced with the need to protect and enhance the facilities and natural resources of the area by providing visitor services, maintenance functions, natural resource protection and education, administration functions, law enforcement, inter-agency cooperation, and program development. 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 enterprises.
This position exists to provide a safe and pleasant environment for recreational activities by cleaning, repairing, replacing and operating equipment, systems, facilities, grounds and infrastructure for the use of park visitors and staff. Scheduling for this position is dictated by peak visitation patterns. Provides management support by recruiting, interviewing, hiring, scheduling and training all maintenance personnel. Inspects for needed maintenance of 75 campsites, group picnic area, camper services building, visitor center, swim beach, bath house and trails between Fruita and Connected Lakes. Assist the east end park resource technician with similar job functions as the need arises. Care for non-developed properties of the park with an emphasis placed upon areas downstream from Connected Lakes. Makes recommendations to the PM IV regarding work projects, budget, equipment and temporary personnel needs.
Facility Maintenance
Conducts daily inspections of all facilities. Ensures that safety hazards are resolved expeditiously. Performs preventative maintenance on all facilities/equipment to protect state assets. Performs custodial maintenance to provide visitors with a clean, sanitary and safe facility. Maintain facilities in optimum working condition and in compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations. Maintain infrastructure, supplies and equipment necessary for facility maintenance. Maintain required records. Assist in developing long-term controlled maintenance plans to address major facility and infrastructure renovation and/or replacement.
Grounds Maintenance
Conducts daily inspections of all grounds. Ensures that safety hazards are resolved expeditiously. Maintains access to all hard surface trails, roadways and boat ramps. Access must be in compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations. Landscaping functions include irrigating when and where appropriate, mowing and trimming in accordance with management plan, and the application of herbicide when and where appropriate. Infrastructure, supplies and equipment necessary for grounds maintenance remains in optimum working condition. Maintain required records.
Equipment Maintenance
Conducts daily inspections of all vehicles and capital equipment. Ensures that safety hazards are resolved expeditiously. Performs preventative maintenance to protect state assets. Maintains equipment in optimum working condition and in compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Maintain required records.
Utility Maintenance
Oversee operation of all water and sewer lines and sewage lift stations and their maintenance and repair. Coordinate with the City of Fruita personnel to ensure proper operation of sewer systems and to avoid environmental emergencies. Attend training sessions involving water and sewer systems. Monitor parks electrical system, make repairs within scope of authority and training or “outsource” repairs where appropriate.
Temporary Work Program
Recruits, interviews, hires, schedules, trains, disciplines and mentors temporary staff assigned to the maintenance section. Assigns and inspects tasks, equipment and methods for work projects. Coordinates work crews, schedules and projects. Inspects and approves work done.
Budget
Plans distribution of allocated maintenance operating funds. Recommends increases, plans special projects, expenditures (e.g. vegetative management, MRMI etc.) Plans and makes purchases of equipment and consumable supplies. Develops controlled maintenance and preventative maintenance plans for all facilities.
Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of relevant experience in construction, Natural Resources, Engineering, P.E / Professional Engineer, Water resources planning or management, Certified Trades, facility maintenance/management, HVAC, plumbing, welding, electrical resource management, wildlife habitat management, rangeland management, farming, or ranching, specifically pesticide/herbicide application, vertebrate control, invasive species management (aquatic and terrestrial) or an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.
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A combination of related education in construction or project management, natural resources, environmental science, recreation management, business or a related field of study and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years
Job Class: Technician
Preferred Qualifications
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Current or former State experience relevant to this position.
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Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience.
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Possesses current trade certifications or licenses.
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Experience with Heavy Equipment Operation.
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Google Suite proficiency,
Required Competencies-
Organizational and time management skills.
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Strong level of written and oral communication skills.
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Strong multi tasking skills.
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Ability to keep motivated with little supervision.
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Ability to obtain and maintain position certifications.
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Ability to work with a wide array of contractors to perform skilled services on the park.
Conditions of Employment
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State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
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Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle. 1-2 days travel per year for annual training.
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Must be able to maintain the park's irrigation system including work on pumps, irrigation lines and sprinklers.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain Colorado Distribution and Collection water license within nine (9) months of hire.
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May be required to work weekends/holidays and after hours shifts.
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Must be capable of operating maintenance equipment including but not limited to: push and riding mowers, chain saws, weed whips, tractors, skid steer, snow plow, backhoe, dump truck, and OHV’s. Proficiency with saws, drills and powered landscaping equipment is required.
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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).
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
APPEAL RIGHTS:
It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (
[email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
The Assessment Process
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 posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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.. 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
[email protected].
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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at
[email protected] 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
DNR uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. 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). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
