Top 53 Park ranger Jobs in Co

Ranger
Larimer County —Colorado
- $33.83 - $40.60 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Temporary Seasonal Employee 2026 - Lake Pueblo State Park
State of Colorado —Pueblo, CO
- $17 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - Chatfield State Park
State of Colorado —Jefferson County, CO
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Title 33 Ranger – James M. Robb Colorado River State Park
State of Colorado —Mesa County, CO
- From $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – North Sterling State Park
State of Colorado —Logan County, CO
- $17.75 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
Ranger
Jellystone Park at Larkspur —Larkspur, CO
- $18 an hour
- Sales
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
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TEMPORARY Limited Commission Park Ranger - St. Vrain State Park
State of Colorado —Weld County, CO
- $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger - Cherry Creek State Park
State of Colorado —Arapahoe County, CO
- From $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – Sweitzer Lake State Park
State of Colorado —Delta, CO
- From $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee- Vega State Park
State of Colorado —Mesa County, CO
- $18 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Parks Aide
City of Thornton —Thornton, CO
- $15.65 - $20.66 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- No education required
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – Vega State Park
State of Colorado —Mesa County, CO
- From $18 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - Yampa River and Elkhead Reservoir State Parks
State of Colorado —Routt County, CO
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Background check
- Clean driving record
TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee - Cherry Creek State Park
State of Colorado —Arapahoe County, CO
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Microsoft Word
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement
TEMPORARY Positions 2026 – Ridgway State Park
State of Colorado —Ouray County, CO
- $18.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Merchandising
- Opportunities for advancement
Limited Commissioned Ranger / Lead Inspector – Cortez Port of Entry
State of Colorado —Montezuma County, CO
- $19 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
TEMPORARY Limited Commission Ranger - Ridgway State Park
State of Colorado —Ouray County, CO
- $18.00 - $19.50 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Park Interpreter
South Suburban Parks and Recreation —Littleton, CO
- $16.40 - $20.90 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
TEMPORARY Seasonal Position - Rifle Gap State Park Complex
State of Colorado —Garfield County, CO
- $17 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger – Rifle Gap State Park Complex
State of Colorado —Garfield County, CO
- $18 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Opportunities for advancement

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Larimer County -
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Job Details

Full-time
$33.83 - $40.60 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
457(b)
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Overview

Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a hard-working individual to join our team as a Park Ranger!

Natural Resources manages Larimer County's great outdoor places, including open spaces and magnificent water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices.

Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands providing quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the natural and agricultural heritage of Larimer County for present and future generations.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

Provides customer service and natural resource management services to the citizens of Larimer County.
Performs as a peace officer and enforces Colorado Revised Statutes, park rules, and regulations.
Contacts violators and issues warnings or citations.
Conducts investigations and arrests.
Assists in the development and implementation of ranger and volunteer programs.
Supervises Ranger I employees, seasonal, and assigned staff.
Performs minor maintenance tasks.

To view the full job description, visit www.larimer.org/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Ranger

What we're looking for:

Have experience in parks administration, outdoor recreation management, or natural resource management.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Have knowledge of the general principles of personnel supervision and training.
Apply techniques used in law enforcement in patrol, investigation, and crime prevention.
Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
Learn to use equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
Show basic knowledge of recreational activities of the park user including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

One (1) year of experience providing park ranger services to the public, comparable to Seasonal positions in Larimer County, including park regulation enforcement required.
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Park Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field is preferred.
POST Certification Level One Peace Officer required within one (1) year from hire date.
Possession of valid First Aid Card, CPR Certification, and Emergency Medical Responder Certification required within one (1) year from hire date.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver's License required.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
Short and Long Term Disability.
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
457(b) Deferred Compensation.
Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

Schedule
This position may work Monday through Sunday, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Other Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

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