Front Desk Clerical Temp

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 19 hours per week. This position is temporary and expected to last for 9 months. Additionally, occasional weekend shifts and holiday work may be necessary.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.larimer.org/naturalresources .

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Providing visitors with information about recreation opportunities in the county's parks and open lands, including details on campgrounds, permit fees, trails, parking, picnic areas, and boat ramps.
• 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:

• Experience providing excellent customer service.
• Previous experience working as a cashier or handling financial transactions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to accurately handle and balance daily cash, permits, and other financial transactions.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• 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 https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

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.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 1/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

• 

• Larimer County

Show more