TEMPORARY Wildlife Rehabilitation/Maintenance Technician – Frisco Creek Wildlife Facility Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4834401) Apply  TEMPORARY Wildlife Rehabilitation/Maintenance Technician – Frisco Creek Wildlife Facility Salary $19.00 Hourly Location Rio Grande County, CO Job Type Temporary (9 months or less) Job Number 2025TEMP- PMA133 Department Department of Natural Resources Division Colorado Parks & Wildlife Opening Date 02/14/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 9998 County Road 13 Del Norte, CO FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information dnr_hr_employeetransactions@state.co.us Type of Announcement This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.00 PER HOUR EMPLOYMENT STARTS Mid-April 2024 and goes THROUGH mid-January 2025. To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) 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.Colorado Parks and Wildlife. (http://cpw.state.co.us/) Description of Job + Frisco Creek rehabilitates injured and orphaned mammals and birds of prey including black bear, bobcat, Canada lynx, eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons. The purpose of the rehabilitation is to return these animals to the wild. + This position will assist with general property work such as weed spraying and fence repair as well as maintenance of pens, cages, and buildings on the facility. In addition, this position will spend an approximately equal amount of time assisting with the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife, including medical care, feeding, cage and pen cleaning, exercise, transport, and release. + Training will be provided for all duties. + This work is physically demanding at times and attention to detail is necessary. Applicants must be willing to work a flexible schedule as needed. While this is typically an 8:00-4:30 M-F job, occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work is required due to animal care needs. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights REQUIREMENTS: + Applicants must have a valid Driver’s License, and reliable transportation to and from the work location near Del Norte, CO. Housing is not provided. + Must be able and willing to work independently or with others, often with little direct supervision. + Applicants must be willing to work long hours under strenuous conditions and be prepared to work in all types of weather at an elevation of 9,500 feet. + Must be able to repeatedly lift 50 pounds in a single work day and perform 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. + Applicants with experience caring for animals and/or performing construction and maintenance activities are preferred. Successful applicant must be willing to perform both types of work. + Applicants must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and/or evenings as needed. + Applicants may be subject to successful completion of a comprehensive background check. Supplemental Information The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. 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. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us. ADAAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. E-Verify employer: The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/E-Verify\_Participating\_Employer.jpg) in accordance with the program's Right to Work (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/ier\_righttoworkposter-%20jpeg(1).jpg) for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more (https://www.e-verify.gov/) about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues. Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 What are your career goals? 02 Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience? + Yes + No 03 Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife: 04 Why do you think you would make a good candidate for this position? 05 Are you comfortable working alone with little supervision sometimes for long amounts of time? + Yes + No 06 Do you have any experience with animal care including feeding, cleaning, and/or medical care (none required)? If so, please describe. 07 Do you have any experience with basic construction and maintenance including painting, building, or fixing things (no experience required)? If so, please describe. 08 If you have little or no experience with construction and maintenance, are you willing to learn and use a few basic skills to assist CPW staff with maintenance of animal pens and buildings? 09 Please list names and contact information for 3 references (This can be teachers, former supervisors, or someone who can vouch for your character, skills, abilities and/or qualifications). 10 Successful completion and passing of background screening may be required for placement in this position + I understand and accept these terms 11 This is a temporary position starting at $19.00 per hour and is anticipated to not exceed 9-months. Please acknowledge your acceptance of these terms: + I understand and accept these terms Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email