CPW Park Resource Technician IV - Fishers Peak State Park (Trinidad, CO) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4973471) Apply  CPW Park Resource Technician IV - Fishers Peak State Park (Trinidad, CO) Salary $54,960.00 - $87,936.00 Annually Location Las Animas County, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number PMA 31977 06/25 Department Department of Natural Resources Division Colorado Parks & Wildlife Opening Date 06/20/2025 Closing Date 7/6/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 6910 Marc Jung Dr, Trinidad, CO 81082, USA FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Kristi Ryan kristi.ryan@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. Type of Announcement The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. Hiring Pay Rate Please note that all employees new to the State Personnel System are paid on a bi-weekly basis. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. 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. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information Residents and non-residents of Colorado may apply and be hired into this position as the work will be performed primarily at a location that is within 30 miles of the state border. 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 + 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 (https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch) . COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (http://cpw.state.co.us/) 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 manage Fishers Peak State Park, within the guidelines of Colorado State statutes, regulations, and Division of Parks and Wildlife policies and procedures for the use, benefit, and enjoyment of the park visitors. The unit provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities to the public, while ensuring that safety and quality standards are met. The unit is responsible for providing visitor services, maintenance functions, natural resources protection, environmental education, administrative functions, law enforcement, inter-agency cooperation, and program development. Description of Job This position exists to provide skilled maintenance, repair, and construction of electrical, water systems, sewage systems, buildings, facilities, equipment, roads, trails, vehicles, and other park structures and facilities. To plan, develop, administer all maintenance operations, budgets and programs on the park, including supervision of seasonal staff. To manage, and maintain areas of natural vegetation and wildlife habitat. SUPERVISION Interviews, hires, trains, and supervises 2-5 temporary maintenance employees to implement assigned work programs. Spends and tracks wage budgets for fiscal year. MANAGEMENT Tracks maintenance and equipment inventory, Fleet vehicle program, water use, electric consumption, projects, costs, and small capital project outlay by keeping accurate spreadsheets and files RESOURCE PROTECTION Provides resource protection and area enhancement by pruning, removing, and planting trees: performing erosion control; noxious weed control; turf management, wildfire mitigation; mowing and trimming of vegetation in developed areas. FACILITIES MAINTENANCE Provides park facility and structure care by performing skilled electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, concrete work, HVAC, road maintenance, herbicide application, welding, and painting. EQUIPMENT OPERATION Operates backhoe, chipper, dump truck, tractor/loader, snowplow, boats, snowmobiles, chainsaws and other small motorized equipment, and mowers. Keeps listed items operational by performing preventative maintenance or repairs, modifying existing equipment, or replacing unusable equipment. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications At 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. 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. Preferred Qualifications + Current or former State experience relevant to this position. + Ability to work independently or with a team. + Supervisory experience. + Experience with heavy equipment operation, chainsaws, ATV/UTV operation. Required Competencies + Organizational and time management skills. + Strong level of written and oral communication skills. + Strong interpersonal skills. + Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google suite. + Strong multi tasking skills. + Ability to keep motivated with little supervision. Conditions of Employment + Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license if operating a State vehicle. + Criminal and Driving Background check required. + On-call status for park related emergencies + Occasional travel is required for training, etc. + May need to acquire and maintain a Small Systems or Level D Wastewater Operator License + 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). 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 (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), 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. Supplemental Information 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 todocument 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. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 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 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. 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, at 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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at 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 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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/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. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. + I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee. + I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). + I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position. 02 Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify you application from the current position: (if not applicable, please enter "N/A") 03 Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience? + Yes + No 04 Do you currently possess a valid drivers' license? + Yes + No 05 Please describe your experience in facility management, facility maintenance, landscaping, parks and recreation maintenance, or similar related fields. Please include your years of experience in each field and any special knowledge, skills, or abilities you may possess. 06 Please describe your experience in construction, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, or similar fields. Please include your years of experience in each field and any special knowledge, skills, or abilities you may possess. 07 Please explain your experience operating large machinery (tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, skid steers, etc.), small maintenance equipment (mowers, chain saws, weed whips etc.), towing trailers, operating snow plows, ATV's, and boats. Please include your years of experience separately for each and any special knowledge, skills, or abilities you may possess. 08 Please explain your experience and/or education in resource management, wildlife habitat management, rangeland management, farming, or ranching. Please include your years of experience in each field and any special knowledge, skills, or abilities you may possess. 09 Do you possess any position related professional certifications or training? Please explain: 10 Do you have any experience supervising staff and/or volunteers? Please explain: 11 Please briefly describe why you're interested in working at Fishers Peak State Park and for Colorado Parks & Wildlife: 12 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 since 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. + I acknowledge this receipt of this notice. Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email