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Park Operations Intern

Boulder County, CO
Project Title:  Park Operations Intern

Project Type: In-person
 
Duration: 20 weeks (5 months). January 27, 2025 - June 27, 2025
 
Location: Eldorado Canyon State Park. Eldorado Springs, Boulder County, CO
 
Housing: On-site housing provided
  

Project Background:This is a customer service-based position that performs a wide variety of jobs while learning about the different roles within Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The intern’s time will be divided between all sections of the park: Maintenance, Trails and Stewardship, Visitor Services, Park Ranger, and Education and Interpretation, with an emphasis on Visitor Services and Maintenance. This position will assist with all areas of daily park operations to gain a broad understanding of careers in the natural resource field.

 
Project Duties:
 
  • Staff the park entrance station and/or the Visitor Center.
  • Work directly with park visitors to greet and orientate them within the park.
  • Answer questions about local wildlife, culture, and park history.
  • Operate a cash register, collect revenue, and complete shift reports and balance shift boxes at the end of each shift.
  • Sell park passes, permits, registrations, licenses, books, maps, clothing, and novelties.
  • Monitor park radio and use it to communicate with other staff.
  • Convey information concerning emergency situations to staff and 911 via radio and telephone.
  • Light cleaning duties of Entrance Station and Visitor Center.
  • Hike park trails and make educational contacts with visitors.
  • Help with special events and educational programs as needed.
  • Assist with the promotion of the park through social media.
  • Perform administrative tasks or other general office duties as assigned.
  • General park maintenance and cleaning of public facilities, including restrooms, picnic areas, roads, parking areas, trails, etc.
  • Safely and courteously operating and maintaining state-owned vehicles, ATVs, and small power equipment.
  • Identifying, mapping, and removing invasive plants.
  • Leading volunteers in stewardship projects (trails, invasives, forestry).
  • Assisting with forest fuels mitigation projects, including species/disease identification, crew supervision, felling, bucking, chipping, and saw maintenance.
  • Performing trail maintenance and construction with a strong focus on stone stairways and walls.
  • Conducting patrols of park areas.
  • Responding to emergencies and resolving visitor complaints.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Fellows will work and communicate with a Hispanic Access Program Associate during their fellowship. Fellows will be expected to participate in scheduled conference calls, webinars, and meetings conducted throughout their term. Fellows will capture photos and/or videos for reporting purposes and submit 3-5 blog posts highlighting their experience and development.
 
Desired Qualifications:
  • Preferred study in Natural Resource Management: Wildlife Management, Environmental
    Education, Land Use, Resource Technology, Geographic Information Science, Conservation
    Biology, and Forestry. Applicable preferred areas of study also include Communications,
    Marketing, and Business Management. Open to candidates without a college degree.
  • Basic computer skills, including Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and internet research are
    required. Bilingual skills are strongly preferred.
  • Cash handling and point-of-sale experience are preferred.
  • Experience safely operating equipment and tools, as well as plant/tree identification, is helpful.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Age restrictions as needed for agency: Must be 18 years of age or older
  • US citizenship or permanent residency. Interns must undergo a government background check
    if selected.
  • Drivers license and person vehicle needed

Working Conditions: This position performs a wide variety of jobs, including indoor office work and work conducted outside in all seasons and weather conditions. Must be able to lift 20-50 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday and occasionally hike park trails.

Stipend + Benefits:
  • A biweekly stipend of $1,360 based on a 40-hour workweek
  • On site housing available
  • Commuting stipend up to $50 biweekly
  • Funds available to support professional development opportunities that align with role and
    goals (training, conference, etc.)
Application:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is managing the recruitment for these positions. All applications should be submitted through Hispanic Access' MANO Project application page. A resume and two references will be required for submission. Your application or resume should include professional and educational experience, along with any awards, technical skills or volunteer activities. Application questions or issues may be directed to Anastasia Hernandez, anastasia@hispanicaccess.org
 
Applications for this position are due on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 11:59 pm.

Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process should contact Hispanic Access Foundation directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife:
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is a national leader in conservation, recreation and wildlife management. As a Division of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, we are Colorado’s primary agency focused on protecting and caring for some of our most valued and valuable
resources. These resources form the very fabric of our state and define who we are. Our mission is to manage wildlife, maintain a quality state parks system and provide outdoor recreation opportunities that inspire the people of Colorado and our visitors.

Hispanic Access Foundation Mission:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that connects Latinos and People of Color to partners and opportunities improving lives and creating an equitable society. Hispanic Access’s vision is that all Hispanics throughout the U.S. enjoy good physical health, a healthy natural environment, a quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their communities with the sum improving the future of America.

 

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