CPW ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III / Chatfield State Park - (Littleton, CO)
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Salary
$50,856.00 - $71,196.00 Annually
Location
Douglas County, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
PMA 00304 06/2026
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Opening Date
06/04/2026
Closing Date
6/17/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
11500 N. Roxborough Park Road
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Patrick Warnes patrick.warnes@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Hiring Pay Rate
Please note that all employees new to the State Personnel System are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
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
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Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It's our mission to manage and conserve Colorado's natural resources for the benefit of people today - and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.
We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado's natural resources for today - and tomorrow. 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. In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Medical and Dental plans
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee Wellness programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch)
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE 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.
This work unit exists to manage Chatfield State Park, a large, water-based state park, within the guidelines of Colorado State statutes, regulations, and Division of Parks and Wildlife policy and procedures for the use and benefit of over 2 million visitors which utilize the area annually. This unit provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities to the public, while working to ensure that safety and high quality standards are met. It maintains and improves visitor facilities, park infrastructure and natural resources within the park. This unit is responsible for providing visitor services, maintenance functions, natural resource protection, natural resource education, administrative functions, law enforcement, inter-agency cooperation and assisting with statewide programs. The work unit administers State Park Programs within the district, and provides recreation and natural resource management expertise to Federal, State, County, Local and Private entities.
Description of Job
This position exists to provide a variety of direct information services to the visitors to the park. Information is delivered in person, on the phone and by email. The position manages a variety of park office programs including park pass & registration sales, facility rentals, retail sales and Integrated Parks and Wildlife System. To act as an administrative assistant to the Park Manager(s) with an emphasis on accounting, coordinating paperwork for temporary hiring program, revenue reporting, and managing special projects.
Office Manager
Manages the Park Office through planning, organizing and implementing programs including reservations, pass sales, registrations, and license sales. Point of contact and coordinator for scheduling of two meeting areas for events and maintains calendar. Manage IPAWS and Point of Sales with oversight of $350,000.00 in revenue collection and accountability via implementing fiscal procedures. Resolve visitor complaints. Inform section managers of critical information and direction that can alter their day to day operations. Maintain and manage VoIP phone system for visitor information and park voicemail. Manage Park's website to ensure content is accurate and current. Manage all park and hunting/fishing marketing material (brochures and regulations booklets). Responsible for processing of all hiring paperwork for over 80 temporary parks employees. Processing of PARS and KRONOS/UKG functions, including entry and verification of all temporary bi-weekly payroll hours. Invoice, collect, and track all concession and other agency payments and use of utilities. Process specific special activity applications as identified by the Park Manager V, including hot air balloon permits, sport dog training permits, etc.
Customer Service
This position works to provide exceptional customer service as a key program quality and ensures that staff deliver accurate park and division information to visitors; in person, phone, mail, email, social media and website.
Schedules personnel to meet program goals providing; customer service, increasing revenue, and emergency dispatch. Follows DNR Customer Service Directive. Creates a professional image of Colorado Parks and Wildlife, emphasizing the importance of a positive experience for our visitors/customers. Budget/Accounting
Accounts for and reconciles all park budget categories. Oversees PARS/OnBase and KRONOS/UKG functions for temporary employees. Oversees IPAWS program for all office and retail revenue. Performs CORE, SARA, and OneCard functions, including allocation of all OneCard transactions for all 16 employees OneCard purchases. Assures permanent employee compliance with fiscal rules. Performs duties related to and associated with park operational annual expenses of $1,300,000. Performs periodic audits and projections for all budget categories.
Retail Program Works with other staff to manage this year-round program which sells over $9,000.00 in annual sales. Management of retail area, determining needed purchases of items for resale within budget limitations. Manages firewood program for the Park. Performs monthly and annual inventory to meet statutory obligations and control of loss. Develops park policy and procedures to manage the program in relation to the other work units (maintenance and visitor services). Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for Revenue Lead and CPW Retail Program Supervisor
Supervision Supervise 2-3 temporary positions as budget allows and up to 4 volunteer positions. Train, supervise, and evaluate temporary employees and office volunteers. Delegate routine and project oriented tasks. Evaluate and schedule job shifts, account for wages, and complete weekly inspections. Confer with other unit leaders (maintenance and visitor services) on operations issues. Utilize "Management by Walking Around" style to ensure program quality and clarity. Completes hiring and exit interviews.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of relevant experience in an office setting performing clerical duties such as accounts receiving, accounts payable, budgeting, correspondence, customer service, and filing or experience related to the work assigned to this position.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in Public Administration, Communications, Business, Program Management/Project Management, Computer Science, Applied Computing, Computer Engineering, IT, Accounting, Finance or in an office setting performing clerical duties such as accounts receiving, accounts payable, budgeting, correspondence, customer service, and filing or experience related to the work assigned to this position equal to three (3) years.
Class Code:Administrative Assistant (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/job-classifications/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-g3a)
Preferred Qualifications
Current or former State experience relevant to this position.
Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience
At least six-months must have included experience providing direct information and customer service to the general public in a high-volume administrative or office support role
Experience using critical software programs including CORE, Kronos/UKG, PARS/OnBase, iPAWS, and SARA
Required Competencies
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google suites
Excellent problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Money handling and budget/accounting
Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work well independently as well as in a team
Conditions of Employment
Must be able to successfully pass background and/or drug screening.
Must possess a current and valid Driver's license when operating a State vehicle.
Occasional travel to attend trainings is required.
Schedule is typically Monday - Friday, 8 - 4:30, however some weekends/holidays and after hour shifts are required depending on the needs of the business.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).
APPEAL RIGHTS:
It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
The Assessment Process
All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.
Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to attach Cover Letters and Resumes.
Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.
This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.
This posting may fill multiple vacancies.
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. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives 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.. 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 dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us. ADAAA AccommodationsAny 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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at dnrhremployeebenefits@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
DNR uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/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). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
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