TEMPORARY Seasonal Employee 2026 - Castlewood Canyon State Park

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) seeks a Visitor Center Technician for a temporary nine-month position. The role provides information and assistance to visitors, distributes maps, and promotes education programs.

Responsibilities include selling passes, handling cash, answering phones, maintaining records, and assisting with events. Must pass background screening, have a valid driver's license, and be able to work weekends and varied shifts. Uniform items may be provided with some expenses.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Background screening may be required for placement.
• Must have a valid driver license and provide a current MVR.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and varied shifts.
• Experience handling money and working with the public is helpful.
• Experience with data entry and word processing using MS Office and Google platforms.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• May work at the entrance station for an 8 hour shift and take lunch there.
• Uniform items provided; some items may require purchase at employee’s expense.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and assistance to visitors (maps, brochures, park facilities, programs).
• Sell parks passes, permits, books, maps, clothing, water and novelties.
• Sell gift certificates and vehicle registrations; handle OHV/snowmobile registrations and licenses.
• Operate a cash register and balance shift box at end of each shift.
• Answer telephones and transfer messages; file documents.
• Document visitor complaints and assist with special events or programs.
• Perform light maintenance duties including litter pickup.

Skills

Money handling

Interpersonal communication

Data entry

Word processing

MS Office Suite

Google platforms

Self-motivation

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google platforms

Job description

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STARTS 11/01/2026 THROUGH 5/31/2027.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR ALL AVAILABLE POSITIONS CURRENTLY OPEN AT THE PARK

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources 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.

VISITOR CENTER TECHNICIAN

This position will provide information and assistance to visitors (distributes maps/ brochures, orients visitors to park facilities and amenities, promotes education programs, educates on State Park regulations, etc.).

• Provide information and assistance to visitors (distributes maps/ brochures, orients visitors to park facilities and amenities, promotes education programs, educates on State Park regulations, etc.).
• Sell parks passes, permits, books, maps, clothing, water and other novelties
• Sell gift certificates, search and rescue cards, boat registrations, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) and snowmobile registrations and permits, and fishing and hunting licenses.
• Operate a cash register.
• Answer telephones and transfer/take messages.
• Photo-copy and file documents.
• Collect revenue, complete shift report, and balance shift box at end of each shift.
• May prepare event facility reservations forms and documents.
• May document and report visitor complaints.
• Clean and perform light maintenance duties, including litter pick up.
• May assist with special events or programs within the park.
• Other duties as assigned.

VISITOR CENTER TECH REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Successful completion and passing of background screening may be required for placement in this position.
• Must have a current and valid drivers' license and provide a current Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
• Previous experience handling money and working with the public is helpful.
• Experience with data entry and word processing utilizing MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc), and Google platforms since this position enters data into spreadsheets.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• May be required to work the entrance station for an 8 hour shift and take lunch in the station.
• Some uniform items will be provided, however employees will be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense

DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive

Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

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.

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL