Park Ranger Temp

Overview

Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a knowledgeable and friendly individual to join our team as a Park Ranger TEMP!

Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands by 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.

This position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities with multiple vacancies available. The work schedule may include weekends, nights, holidays, and variable shifts. Full-time temporary positions are available for up to 6 months, while part-time temporary positions can extend up to 11 months.

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

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position:

• Ensures public safety, protection of natural resources, and the enjoyment of parks and open space areas.
• Explains and/or enforces applicable rules and regulations to park visitors for the purpose of protecting and preserving natural, historic, and cultural features, sites, and structures.
• Patrols front and back country areas by foot, vehicle, boat, horse, and mountain bike as needed.
• Issue warnings and citations to violators.
• Conduct investigations of reported offenses/incidents to collect evidence, statements, and other relevant information as needed; may be required to provide testimony in court regarding investigations and/or citations.
• Participates in interpretive educational and public outreach programs as needed.
  
  

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Park_Ranger_TEMP .

We Are Looking For a Candidate That Will

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Have knowledge of area ecosystems and related native plants and wildlife; biology, wildlife management, geology, environmental sciences, and local and state history.
• Be able to make immediate, important, and critical decisions related to enforcement and emergency situations.
• Show basic knowledge of recreational activities of the park user including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.
• Have an understanding of Natural Resources Management, Park and Visitor Services Management, General Ecology and Biology, and Wildlife Biology.
  
  

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.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Six (6) months experience in park, Natural Resources, law enforcement, or a directly related field preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Possession of a valid CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire date required.
• Successful completion of training program(s) that are necessary to perform the essential functions of the position required.
  
  

Benefits

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

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

Supplemental Information

You can’t be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to; reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

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.