Overview

Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a skilled and hard-working individual to join our team as a Front Desk Temp!

Natural Resources manages Larimer County's great outdoor places, including open spaces and magnificent water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices. The Department of Natural Resources has 40+ benefited employees and 125+ seasonal and part time employees. Larimer County values its seasonal employees and strives to create an environment where you gain the knowledge and experience to be successful. Consider joining our team and see your hard work pay off as we work together to protect the natural resources of Larimer County.

Our mission is to establish, protect, and manage significant regional parks and open lands providing quality outdoor recreational opportunities and stewardship of natural resource values. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and appreciation for the natural and agricultural heritage of Larimer County for present and future generations.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday to Friday, with a commitment of 20-29 hours per week. This position is temporary and expected to last for 11 months. Additionally, occasional weekend shifts and holiday work may be necessary.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Providing visitors with information about recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands, including details on campgrounds, permit fees, trails, parking, picnic areas, and boat ramps.
• Selling park permits, such as camping and day-use permits, to visitors.
• Completing shift reports, documenting the number and types of permits sold, and reporting monies collected.
• Operating equipment such as calculators, credit card terminals, and check converters to process transactions accurately.

• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in routine software and business applications, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Commitment to regular, predictable attendance.
• Strong public relations and communication skills.
• Understanding of basic recreational activities enjoyed by park users, including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, and nature study.
• Knowledge of County parks and open lands, including recreation rules and regulations, with the ability to convey this information to visitors.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to operate a calculator and credit card terminal.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Six (6) months experience in customer service, public relations, and general maintenance preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some college courses in Natural Resources Management, Park and Visitor Services Management, General Ecology and Biology, Wildlife Biology, or a related field preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.