Ranger

Ranger

Salary

$33.83 - $40.60 Hourly

Location

FC 4200 W CR 38E, CO

Job Type

Limited Term

Job Number

202600380

Department

Natural Resources

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking a hard-working individual to join our team as a Park Ranger!

Natural Resources manages Larimer Countys great outdoor places, including open spaces and magnificent water-based recreation areas, and fosters responsible land stewardship through weed management and healthy forest practices.

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.

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

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Provides customer service and natural resource management services to the citizens of Larimer County.
• Performs as a peace officer and enforces Colorado Revised Statutes, park rules, and regulations.
• Contacts violators and issues warnings or citations.
• Conducts investigations and arrests.
• Assists in the development and implementation of ranger and volunteer programs.
• Supervises Ranger I employees, seasonal, and assigned staff.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks.

To view the full job description, visit www.larimer.org/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Ranger

What were looking for:

• Have experience in parks administration, outdoor recreation management, or natural resource management.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Have knowledge of the general principles of personnel supervision and training.
• Apply techniques used in law enforcement in patrol, investigation, and crime prevention.
• Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
• Learn to use equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Show basic knowledge of recreational activities of the park user including boating, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, nature study, etc.

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.

• One (1) year of experience providing park ranger services to the public, comparable to Seasonal positions in Larimer County, including park regulation enforcement required.
• Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Park Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field is preferred.
• POST Certification Level One Peace Officer required within one (1) year from hire date.
• Possession of valid First Aid Card, CPR Certification, and Emergency Medical Responder Certification required within one (1) year from hire date.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Drivers License required.

Benefits

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.

To view information on Larimer Countys Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

Schedule

This position may work Monday through Sunday, nights, weekends, and holidays. Additionally this is a Limited Term position expected to last 12 months.

Other 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.

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 Countys Benefits.

01

Do you have one (1) year of experience providing park ranger services to the public, comparable to Seasonal positions in Larimer County, including park regulation enforcement?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a POST Certification for a Level One Peace Officer?

• Yes
• No
• No, but able to possess within one (1) year of hire date

03

Do you possess a valid First Aid Card, CPR Certification, and Emergency Medical Responder Certification?

• Yes
• No
• No, but able to possess within one (1) year of hire date

04

Do you possess a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have the equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Park Management, Wildlife Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

06

If yes, please indicate the degree you received and the course of study. If no, type "N/A".

07

Please state any coursework in your education that relates to this position.

08

Please describe any training and experience you have in law enforcement.

09

Please describe any related experience you possess for this position.

10

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

11

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

12

Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Larimer County