Open jobs are listed below.
Job Description – Gift Store Clerk
Who you are:
In the role of Gift Store Clerk, you will be responsible for interacting with visitors from around the world who are interested in learning the history and science of Dinosaur Ridge, an unparalleled National Natural Landmark and iconic Denver attraction. As the first point of contact for our guests, you are confident sharing information about the paleontological and geological treasures at Dinosaur Ridge and how guests can experience them up close during our guided bus tours, walking tours, and special events. In addition to providing exceptional guest service, you have experience performing a variety of retail duties, such as money handling, operating a QuickBooks Point of Sale, restocking, and inventory, and are willing to demonstrate those skills in both of our retail store locations with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
Committed to contributing to the team, you are comfortable rotating duties to cover lunch breaks or shifts for tour guides, docents, ticket sellers, greeters, or other positions. You have a genuine ability to get along with guests and coworkers and wish to share your enthusiasm about nature and dinosaurs with people from around the world.
We anticipate this position will work 3-4 days per week as demand dictates and will allocate their time approximately:
- Completing duties in one of two retail gift stores – 75%
- Cover lunch breaks or rotate as a docent, ticket seller, greeter, or walking guide as needed – 20%
- Attending meetings or staff trainings – 5%
Required Qualifications:
- Age 18+
- Able to pass a criminal background check
- One year of customer service or retail experience
- Able to work and walk around outside in a variety of weather conditions
- Available to work 3-4 consistent days per week, including weekends and holidays
- Aptitude for and experience in creating positive guest experiences
- Solid understanding of scientific concepts
- Team-oriented and consistently demonstrates positive values in work habits
Admired, but not required Qualities:
- Degree or coursework in geology, biology, or other science fields
- Experience working in education, giving museum tours, or guiding outdoor programs
- Passion for the mission of Dinosaur Ridge, interest in paleontology, geology, and/or science
Additional Information:
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $12.00 – $13.00 per hour
To Apply:
Email your resume and letter of interest to Sue.Kaberline@dinoridge.org.
Job Description – Bus Tour Guide
Who you are:
In the role of a Dinosaur Ridge Tour Guide, you will be responsible for facilitating fun and exciting outdoor tours and telling the story of this unparalleled National Natural Landmark in metro Denver. Our tour guides are the primary point of contact with guests of Dinosaur Ridge, and act as stewards to educate and entertain our visitors as they learn about and view the paleontological and geological treasures at Dinosaur Ridge.
As a Dinosaur Ridge tour guide, you confidently and consistently deliver detailed and approved key messages at each of the designated educational sites on the Ridge in a professional and enthusiastic manner. You possess strong people skills and excellent verbal communication, the ability to tailor tours to specific audience needs and questions, and a passion for interacting with people of all ages. When provided training on the primary points of interest, history, and emergency procedures, you will host a safe and enjoyable outdoor tour experience in all kinds of weather. You have a genuine ability to get along with guests and coworkers and wish to share your enthusiasm about nature and dinosaurs with people from around the world.
We anticipate this position will work 3-4 days per week as demand dictates and will allocate their time approximately:
- Providing 45-minute guided bus tours for up to 14 guests (9 with social distancing) at a time to our three main sites – 75%
- Working in our gift store or covering breaks for other tour guides, gift store clerks, and snack shack staff – 20%
- Attending meetings or staff trainings – 5%
Required Qualifications:
- Age 25+
- Able to pass a criminal background check
- Valid Colorado Driver’s License and verifiable safe driving record
- Ability to safely operate a 15-passenger bus, primarily on a restricted access road
- Able to work and walk around outside in a variety of weather conditions
- Available to work 3-4 consistent shifts per week, including weekends and holidays from now through Labor Day
- Confident public speaker
- Solid understanding of scientific concepts
- Team-oriented and consistently demonstrates positive values in work habits
Admired, but not required Qualities:
- Degree or coursework in geology, biology or other science fields
- Experience working in education, giving museum tours, or guiding outdoor programs
- Passion for the mission of Dinosaur Ridge, interest in paleontology, geology, and/or science
To Apply:
Email your resume and letter of interest to Sue.Kaberline@dinoridge.org.
Employees at Dinosaur Ridge join an exciting team working to teach people about a world-famous paleontology site and National Natural Landmark.
Dinosaur Ridge
Located on Jefferson County Open Space, Dinosaur Ridge is one of the most important paleontology sites on Earth. Our globally iconic site has been ranked by paleontologists as the #1 dinosaur track site in the nation, and one of the most important in the world. Dinosaur Ridge draws 245,000 annual visitors to our outdoor museum to view 300+ dinosaur tracks still preserved on the sandstone slope. Dinosaur Ridge was also the site of the first Stegosaurus discovery on earth and was designated National Natural Landmark in 1973. The Friends of Dinosaur Ridge is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1989 with the purpose of preserving the fossils on Dinosaur Ridge and educating the public about the natural history of the area. Our mission was later expanded to include the fossil sites at Triceratops Trail in Golden, Colorado.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Friends of Dinosaur Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, volunteers, and guests. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on job requirements, individual performance, and business needs.
