Larimer County
Front Desk Clerical Temp – Larimer County
Fort Collins, CO | $19.00 - $22.00 per hour | Temporary
Applicant automatically considered for first 25 positions.
Overview The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a skilled and hardworking individual to join our team as a Front Desk Temporary. Our department manages Larimer County's great outdoor places, including open spaces and water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices. The department has 40+ benefited employees and 125+ seasonal and part‑time employees. We foster an environment where seasonal employees can gain knowledge and experience.
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. This position is expected to last up to 11 months. Some weekend and holiday work is required, and hours will vary up to 29 hours per week.
To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources.
Responsibilities
Providing visitors with information about recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands.
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.
To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Visitor_Use_Park_Aid_TEMP.
What We're Looking For
Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
Proficiency in routine software and business applications.
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, other agencies, and community members.
Commitment to regular, predictable attendance.
Strong public relations and communication skills.
Understanding of basic recreational activities enjoyed by park users.
Knowledge of County parks and open lands, including recreation rules and regulations.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to operate a calculator and credit card terminal.
Qualifications
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 the Employee Assistance Program are available, and other benefits may be available.
To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.
Supplemental Information An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre‑employment checks or testing. All application components must be submitted by 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, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
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Applicant automatically considered for first 25 positions.
Overview The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a skilled and hardworking individual to join our team as a Front Desk Temporary. Our department manages Larimer County's great outdoor places, including open spaces and water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices. The department has 40+ benefited employees and 125+ seasonal and part‑time employees. We foster an environment where seasonal employees can gain knowledge and experience.
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. This position is expected to last up to 11 months. Some weekend and holiday work is required, and hours will vary up to 29 hours per week.
To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources.
Responsibilities
Providing visitors with information about recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands.
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.
To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Visitor_Use_Park_Aid_TEMP.
What We're Looking For
Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
Proficiency in routine software and business applications.
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, other agencies, and community members.
Commitment to regular, predictable attendance.
Strong public relations and communication skills.
Understanding of basic recreational activities enjoyed by park users.
Knowledge of County parks and open lands, including recreation rules and regulations.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to operate a calculator and credit card terminal.
Qualifications
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 the Employee Assistance Program are available, and other benefits may be available.
To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.
Supplemental Information An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre‑employment checks or testing. All application components must be submitted by 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, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
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