TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger / Lead Inspector – Trinidad Port of Entry

　　Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4359861)

　　Apply

　　

　　TEMPORARY Limited Commissioned Ranger / Lead Inspector – Trinidad Port of Entry

　　Salary

　　$19.00 Hourly

　　Location

　　Trinidad, CO

　　Job Type

　　Temporary (9 months or less)

　　Job Number

　　2024TEMP- PMA088

　　Department

　　Department of Natural Resources

　　Division

　　Colorado Parks & Wildlife

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　10/31/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　Trinidad Port of Entry

　　FLSA Status

　　Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Department Information

　　THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.00

　　EMPLOYMENT STARTS 03/01/2024 THROUGH 10/31/2024

　　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.

　　The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

　　COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)

　　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. Colorado Parks and Wildlife. (http://cpw.state.co.us/)

　　Description of Job

　　DUTIES:

　　This is an unarmed law enforcement position (Title 33 Commission) that enforces park and wildlife laws and regulations; issues citations for violations; patrols park areas by vehicle, bicycle or foot.

　　Responds to emergencies and resolves visitor complaints. Will complete reports and may be required to appear in court. Positions located on water based recreation parks will conduct inspections on boats and other water craft for aquatic nuisance species and will need to take appropriate action upon discovery of such species.

　　Positions may also assist with revenue collection and verification, visitor services operations, education and interpretive programs. Certain parks may have specific lake, river and backcountry duties and requirements.

　　This position will also assist with all areas of daily park operations, Assures quality customer service, facility maintenance, repair and cleanliness, assists with fee collection, accounting and deposits, and environmental education programs.

　　Perform boat inspector and decontaminator responsibilities according to state regulations and standard protocols at Trinidad Port of Entry near Trinidad, Colorado. Site lead boat inspector will be responsible for providing on the job training to inspection staff, create schedules and make sure all shifts are covered during operational hours, collect and verify accurate time keeping records for payroll purposes, work with area work lead to resolve challenges with staff and customers, and recommend hiring/firing of employees to area work lead. Additional responsibilities include ensuring inspection station staff are following standardized protocols by performing quality control assessments on a monthly basis, ensure that data entry is being performed accurately and completely by all inspection station staff,

　　maintain inventory of all required supplies, perform basic maintenance & troubleshooting on power washer/decontamination unit, and provide public outreach on aquatic invasive species. Early morning, evening, and weekend work is required.

　　WORK CONTEXT:

　　In addition to work activities, below is a list of means and manner of conducting duties in this position:

　　In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — Travel via vehicle, etc is required for this position. Job duties for this position may cover various areas of Colorado and require operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles, snowmobiles, ATV’s, towing trailers, operating boats, etc.

　　Freedom to Make Decisions — Decisions are made on a daily basis. Part of the decision-making responsibility is to determine what level is appropriate for each decision and to forward with background information and recommendations those decisions that need supervisory authority.

　　Telephone — The phone is also a primary means of communication for this position, and used daily.

　　Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — Fieldwork for this position is necessary and the worker will be outdoors, exposed to weather at least weekly if not daily.

　　Deal With External Customers — Dealing with external customers is critical to the position and extremely important

　　Electronic Mail —This is one of the primary means of communication for this job. Email is used at least weekly if not daily.

　　Face-to-Face Discussions — Face to face discussions/meetings occur at least weekly if not daily.

　　Structured versus Unstructured Work — This job is more unstructured than structured. Work often exceeds time available and it is workers duty to prioritize tasks, and deal with prioritizing unscheduled work that arises.

　　Duration of Typical Work Week — The number of hours worked is, on average, but not limited to, 40 hours per week. Shifts are generally 8 hours and days off are generally Monday - Friday. Shifts will include weekends and holidays.

　　Consequence of Error — Error in this position could result in minor to serious implications if the mistake was not readily correctable (depending on the situation).

　　Letters and Memos —Letters and memos are written on a regular basis. Most written communication is handled electronically via email.

　　Contact With Others —Contact with others occurs daily and should be considered one of the critical contexts for the position.

　　Work With Work Group or Team — As explained above, contact with others is critical to the position and is almost always working in a group or as part of a team.

　　Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — Fieldwork for this position is necessary; however, a large portion of training will occur in a classroom or other controlled indoor environment.

　　Uniforms — The park may provide some uniform items (shirts, hats, gloves and outerwear). Employee will be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense (navy colored pants, hiking or work boots, black socks and black belt).

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must be 21 years of age or older.

　　Must have a current & valid driver's license required for operating a state vehicle and acceptable driving record (will be verified as part of comprehensive background check process).

　　IMPORTANT - Federal law maintains prohibition of illegal drugs. If you have used marijuana within the past 12 months and/or used any illegal drugs within the past 36 months you will be disqualified from the process and will not advance further.

　　If you have been convicted of a felony or any domestic violence charge, and/or been convicted of any misdemeanors which prohibit POST certification for Colorado Peace Officer standards (see link: Decertifying Misdemeanors Colorado POST (Download PDF reader)), you will be disqualified from the process. Successful completion of a comprehensive background check is required.

　　Must be available to work various shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays and may involve working during inclement weather.

　　This position requires outdoor physical work that may require climbing in and out of vessels/vehicles and/or under trailers to perform job functions.

　　The work-site will provide some uniform items, however the employee may be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.

　　Must attend and successfully complete required Colorado State Park training (may include full exposure to OC spray).

　　Must have or be able to attain valid current First Aid and CPR certifications.

　　Must be able to work with limited supervision and work well within a team.

　　Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.

　　Basic computer skills required (MS Office Suite, Google App Suite)

　　Preference may be given to applicants with or working towards a Natural Resources degree or similar education..

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　This position will perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Ability to perceive color differences and to hear verbal and radio communications.

　　Supplemental 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, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at [email protected] or call 303-866-2667 x8647.

　　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 Anna Kargobai-Murray 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 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.