TEMPORARY Youth Internship – Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Description of Job

This internship will immerse you in all facets of Cheyenne Mountain State Park operations. You will spend time shadowing and assisting park staff, including park rangers, maintenance technicians, and naturalists. You will take on a major role in Cheyenne Mountain’s volunteer program, assisting with volunteer communications and administration. You will also spend some time helping to run our Visitor Center, where you will assist customers and learn more about how Colorado Parks and Wildlife works.

• Aid park naturalists with educational programs
• Shadow officers on ride-alongs
• Attend park events both on and off property
• Assist in managing Cheyenne Mountain State Park’s Terrain Hopper mobility access program
• Answer questions about park resources, local wildlife, hunting/fishing and general area information
• Answer incoming calls, handle inquiries, and/or direct to appropriate staff
• Sell hunting licenses, register OHVs/Snowmobiles/Boats, etc.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• If position requires operation of a motorized vehicle, must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a current motor vehicle report
• Willing to work outside during inclement weather
• Must be able to lift 75-100 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday
• Knowledge of power tool and hand tools preferred
• Knowledge of small engine and other equipment maintenance and repair preferred
• First Aid and CPR certifications may be required
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work with little supervision

Physical Requirements

• 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

Work Context

• Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — Working outdoors is essential, this position will often be exposed to inclement weather, heat and cold, rain, snow etc., must be able to hike into remote areas
• Contact with Others — Most of the fieldwork is done independently, however exposure to the public is common on State Parks
• Spend Time Standing — Standing is common in the field
• Coordinate or Lead Others — This position must be able to organize seasonal or volunteer crews, supervise their activities on the park
• Exposed to Contaminants — During spring months, exposed to weed killing chemicals, may be exposed to exhaust or diesel fuels while repairing or running heavy equipment
• Spend Time Walking and Running — Walking required when accessing road less areas, fixing fence, hanging signs etc.
• Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — Almost every field related activity requires these activities: using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — Bites, minor cuts and stings are a regular occurrence when working outdoors

Supplemental Information

• 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
• We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services
• 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
• 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