TEMPORARY Rehabilitation Technician

State of Colorado

  • Rio Grande County, CO
  • $15.75 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
THIS IS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $15.75 PER HOUREMPLOYMENT 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 earlyThe mission of the 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.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 construction as well as maintenance of pens, cages, and buildings on the facility. In addition, this position will spend a lesser or 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. Occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work is required due to animal care.
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 workday 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 materials.
  • Applicants with experience caring for animals and/or performing construction and maintenance activities are preferred. Successful applicants 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.
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, Janice Santistevan, at Janice.Santistevan@state.co.us or call 303-866-2667 x8647.E-Verify employer: The Department of Natural Resources participates in in accordance with the program's 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. 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.

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