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2555 Midpoint Dr.
Suite A
Ft. Collins, CO 80525
(970) 498-5970
Jobline: 498-5979
Fax: 498-5980

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ALL LARIMER COUNTY POSITIONS REQUIRE A COMPLETED

LARIMER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

(EITHER ONLINE OR HARD COPY)

 

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE

LARIMER COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

BY 5:00PM (MST) ON THE CLOSING/APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE.

                                                     

                      POSITION TITLE:   SEASONAL GATE ATTENDANT – UP TO 20 HOURS/WEEK;

                                                         HERMIT PARK (ESTES PARK)

                 POSITION NUMBER:   POL.1750

                          DEPARTMENT:   NATURAL RESOURCES

                 STARTING SALARY:   $7.28-$9.00 PER HOUR (DOQ)

     APPLICATION DEADLINE:   OPEN UNTIL FILLED

 

ALL NEW EMPLOYEES AND REHIRES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTARY PROOF OF THEIR ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT

 

AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONDITIONAL AND CONTINUATION

OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON THE RESULTS OF A

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND A MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD CHECK.

 

Start Date:     July 2009

End Date:       September 2009

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Weekends. Up to 20 hours a week.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required.  The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.

·         Collect and process park entrance permits and related fees and charges.

·         Greet the public using Larimer County park areas and facilities; provide information about and give directions to park areas and facilities.

·         Direct the public to various park areas and facilities including, but not limited to, parking, campgrounds, trails, picnic areas, and boat ramps.

·         Advise park visitors of recreational opportunities and public use regulations.

·         Provide direct support services to the public as an information source on department policies and procedures.

·         Perform minor general cleaning of entrance stations or other park areas as assigned.

·         Perform daily computation of total gate receipts using basic math skills and a calculator.

·         Secure and lock various park facilities at end of work each day.

·         Assist administrative staff for special projects involving the gathering and tabulating of park related data.

·         Work Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as required.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

·         Perform other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

 

KNOWLEDGE OF:

·         Park permit recordkeeping systems.

·         Safe work practices.

·         Cashiering systems.

 

ABILITY TO:

·         Understand the organization and operation of the Larimer County Department of Natural Resources and other park agencies.

·         Interpret and apply department rules and policies.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

·         Follow written and verbal instructions.

·         Stand and walk for long periods of time.

·         Greet a very wide variety of park visitors in a friendly, welcoming, and helpful manner, and communicate effectively with a wide diversity of individuals and groups.

·         Perform basic mathematical computations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

·         Compile and maintain a variety of records and files.

 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of Experience, Education, and/or Licenses/Certifications that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Experience:

·         Six months cashiering experience is preferred.  One year of customer service experience is also helpful.

Education:

·         High School Diploma or GED desired.

 

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