TEMPORARY Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Technician - Fort Collins, CO
Salary
$19.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Job Type
Temporary (9 months or less)
Job Number
2026TEMP- PMA169
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Opening Date
07/22/2026
Closing Date
8/3/2026 12:00 AM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
317 W Prospect Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
dnr_hr_employeetransactions@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Information
THESE ARE TWO TEMPORARY POSITIONS (3 MONTHS AND 4 MONTHS)
EMPLOYMENT STARTS
08/17/2026 THROUGH 11/27/2026 (3 months)
08/17/2026 THROUGH 12/23/2026 (4 months)
Please attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
You are encouraged to apply early.
The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the states 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 Colorados natural resources. Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
The Northeast Region is a major, geographical based organizational unit of the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife, covering the Northeast quadrant of Colorado. The Northeast Region is responsible for administering and managing fifteen state parks, five state wildlife administrative areas, and all of the ancillary operations, programs, projects, and staff and fiscal resources relating to state parks and wildlife activities in the Northeast Region. This work unit exists to implement the goals and objectives of
Colorado Parks and Wildlife's strategic long-range and operational plans to accomplish the legislative mandate of protecting, conserving, managing, and enhancing the state's wildlife resources.
Description of Job
The CWD technician position is responsible for working cooperatively with district wildlife managers, other technicians, biologists, customer service representatives, and hunters to collect samples from hunter-harvested deer, elk, and moose heads so that they can be submitted for CWD testing. The CWD technician position is also responsible for conducting mandatory inspections of hunter-harvested moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, black bear, mountain lion, and bobcat, and will coordinate with law enforcement as needed. Additionally, this position will be recording data, handling money, providing excellent customer service, and performing other duties as assigned. Training will be provided on how to remove tissue samples from deer, elk, and moose for CWD testing and perform mandatory inspections of hunter-harvested moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, black bear, bobcat, and mountain lion.
Beyond CWD sampling and mandatory inspections, the CWD technician position is also responsible for maintaining, sanitizing, and handling equipment safely along with cleaning the walk-in cooler and office space. Position may also assist the front desk staff with selling licenses/park passes and with registrations of vehicles (boats, OHVs, and snowmobiles). The CWD technician may have opportunities to gain field experience by assisting biologists/researchers with projects or by going on ride-alongs with wildlife officers if the technician is available and interested.
Uniforms:
Select uniform items will be provided. CWD Technician will be responsible for providing dark blue jeans without holes/embellishments, neutral colored closed toed shoes/boots, and a neutral colored belt. The technician will be required to purchase these limited uniform items at their own expense.
Please attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Supplemental Information
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
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, atdnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us
ADAAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
E-Verify employer:
The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the programs Right to Work 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. Learn more 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.
Please note that each agencys contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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Please describe why youre interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife:
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Do you currently possess and are you able to maintain a valid Drivers License or do you have reliable transportation?
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Please select which areas of experience your work history includes:
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Please briefly describe your experience in the areas you selected above:
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Can you interact with people in an upbeat and friendly basis, regardless of circumstances?
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This is a temporary position not to exceed 9 months, do you understand and accept?
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Are you able to work up to 40 hours per week?
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Have you attached your resume and cover letter
Required Question
Employer State of Colorado
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