JOB LOCATION
5800 S Powhaton Rd Aurora, Colorado 80016-4284
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:Integrity,Respect, Professionalism, andCustomer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The hiring range for this role is: $64,669 - $80,836/year.
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The deadline tosubmitapplications is May 5, 2026. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.
Performs supervisory functions related to public safety, natural resource management, and community outreach primarily at Open Space sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Natural Resources Division of the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides for and coordinates operations including public safety, natural resource protection, and community outreach primarily at Open Space sites and facilities assigned to the Open Space and Natural Resources Division.
- Ensures adherence to policies and procedures.
- Reviews and recommends policies and procedures.
- Recommends / facilitates selection, hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining of assigned employees.
- Supervises employees.
- Coordinates staff resources and assignments.
- Enforces City adopted rules and regulations.
- Prepares for and coordinates emergency response and rescue operations.
- Supports management of volunteer projects
- Resolves complex problems and conflicts.
- Produces reports, manages files and records.
- Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of relevant topics and legislative issues.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
- Associate’s degree with an emphasis in natural resources or open space management or directly related field.
Experience:
- 4 years of experience in parks and open space management, natural resource site coordination, facility rules enforcement, site or event security management, and development including at least 2 years supervisory experience.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Colorado Driver’s License with good driving history.
- Red Cross First Aid & CPR or EMT or First Responder Certification required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Aquatic Nuisance Species Inspector
- Certified Interpretive Guide
- Emergency Water Safety / Ice Rescue
- OC Spray Certification
- Collapsible Baton Certification
- Boating Operator Certification
- ATV Operator Certification
- FEMA NIMS ICS 100/200/700/800
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of ecological principles and practices related to natural resources and stewardship of ecosystems, principles and practices of law enforcement related to parks, open space, reservoirs, and other natural resources.
- Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and operating procedures utilized in reservoir, natural open space or resource site and facilities rules enforcement.
- Knowledge of Wildland Fire and response protocols.
Abilities:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens.
- Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Communicate effectively both orally, graphically, and in writing.
- Analyze problems to provide best options and assistance.
- Establish and fulfill goals and objectives.
- Make effective presentations.
Skills:
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Skill in use of personal computers and related software that includes word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.
- As first City contact with users of open space sites, employee must demonstrate proven experience in dealing with the public in enforcement and educational settings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
- Heavy physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds with physical strength to handle emergency rescue operations.
- Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Considerable walking and standing in all types of terrain.
- Frequent performance of activities requiring full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing, and crawling; ability to swim.
- Vision for reading/interpreting reports and data for analysis and preparation.
- Hand/eye coordination for boat, vehicles, power equipment and computer operation.
- Foot/eye coordination for motor vehicle operation.
- Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with contractors, employees, and citizens.
Work Environment:
- Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, fumes, chemicals, and dust.
Equipment Used:
- Personal computer, motor vehicle, and various types of maintenance equipment.
- This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substant