Front Desk Clerical Temp
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Overview
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a skilled and hard-working individual to join our team as a Front Desk Clerical Temp! We are hiring for the Administration office located in Loveland CO and the Horsetooth Area Information Center located in Fort Collins, Colorado.
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
Specifically, this position:
- Provides information to visitors on recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands, campgrounds, permit fees, trails, parking, picnic areas, and boat ramps.
- Sells park permits to visitors including camping and day permits.
- Completes shift reports and reports number and types of permits sold and monies collected.
- Operates calculator, credit card terminal, and/or check converter.
To view the full job description, visit www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Visitor_Use_Park_Aid_TEMP.
We are looking for a candidate that:
- Possesses customer service experience.
- Has worked as a cashier.
- Communicates clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrates the ability to handle and balance daily money and permits.
Qualifications
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
- 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.
Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.
To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.
Supplemental Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
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.