Seasonal Park Visitor Services Associate

State of Colorado; Fruita (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado’s Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking a temporary visitor center assistant in Fruita. The position is up to 40 hours per week for up to nine months, with starts from March through May and continuing through September or October. Housing is not provided.

The role involves greeting visitors, selling passes and camping permits, handling revenue, and answering phones. Applicants must be at least 16, possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors at the park visitor center or in the field.
• Utilize a Point of Sale System to sell passes, camping, registrations, licenses, and gift certificates.
• Answer telephones and take detailed messages.
• Accurately collect revenue and complete shift reports.
• Prepare campground reservations (Island Acres and Fruita).
• Document visitor complaints if needed.
• Perform cleaning and light maintenance in offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Assist with special events or programs within the park.
• Prioritize tasks and multi‑task as required.

Skills

Customer service

Public interaction

Cash handling

Tools

Point of Sale System

Job description

State of Colorado’s Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking a temporary visitor center assistant in Fruita. The position is up to 40 hours per week for up to nine months, with starts from March through May and continuing through September or October. Housing is not provided.

The role involves greeting visitors, selling passes and camping permits, handling revenue, and answering phones. Applicants must be at least 16, possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to work weekends and holidays.