TEMPORARY Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Technician I– Northeast Regional Office
State of Colorado
·Jun 25, 2026
- Salary
- $19+/hr
- Location
- Denver Metro, CO, CO, US
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Certification
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (4 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $19.29 PER HOUR
Three separate positions will be available:
Three 4-month position for 5 days/week (full-time)
EMPLOYMENT STARTS AUGUST 2026 AND GOES THROUGH DECEMBER 2026.
To apply, please submit your application with resumes and cover letters attached. You are
encouraged to apply early.
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. Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
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.
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. Training will be provided on how to remove tissue samples from deer, elk, and moose for CWD testing, as well as how to perform mandatory inspections of hunter-harvested moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat, black bear, mountain lion, and bobcat. The CWD technician position may also transport those samples to our Wildlife Health Lab (WHL) for testing.
Beyond CWD sampling and mandatory inspections, the CWD technician position is also responsible for maintaining, sanitizing, and handling equipment safely as well as cleaning the coolers and working spaces. The CWD technician will also assist with the selling of licenses/park passes and with the registration of vehicles (boats, OHVs, and snowmobiles) as needed. The CWD technician may have opportunities to gain field experience by assisting biologists/researchers with projects or by going on a ride-along with wildlife officers if the technician is available and is interested.
UNIFORMS:
The office will provide select uniform items. The CWD technician will be responsible for providing dark blue jeans without holes and neutral-colored shoes that they can wear on the job.
UNIFORMS:
The office will provide some uniform items. Employees will be required to purchase limited uniform items at their own expense.BASIC REQUIREMENTS:- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a current & valid drivers' license or reliable transportation
- Applicants may be subject to completion of a comprehensive background check
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and lift 50lbs
- Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week
- Must be available to work some weekends and holidays
- Ability to interact positively with the public
- Ability to work well within a team
- Previous experience handling money and working with the public preferred
- Strong interpersonal communication skills preferred
- Previous experience with Google Workspace preferred
- Preference may be given to applicants with or working towards a Natural Resources degree or similar education.
- Preference may be given to applicants with interest and/or experience in hunting and/or fishing.
Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver's license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
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.
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 [email protected] 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 program's 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.
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