JOB
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow. 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. In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Medical and Dental plansStrong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plansPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverageEmployee Wellness programsFlexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings Accounts11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leaveFlexible work schedule options and remote-work optionsCareer advancement opportunities throughout the State systemSome positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFEOur 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.The Terrestrial Programs Unit exists to preserve, protect, and enhance the wildlife components of terrestrial ecosystems through planning, analysis, research, program implementation, and evaluation of terrestrial populations and habitats. The work unit sets guidance and direction on wildlife data collection and analysis, and provides technical analysis and expertise to inform policy and management decisions.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position directs and coordinates statewide activity on all small game species; it advises the Commission and Director on small game policy issues and has specific management responsibility for a number of statewide programs, including the Small Game Harvest Surveys (including HIP), Walk-In Access Program (WIA), and the Pheasant Habitat Improvement Program (PHIP). Strategic Policy, Guidance, and External Liaison for Statewide Small Game ProgramDevelops, implements, and maintains statewide small game management policies and administrative processes. Coordinates and conducts monitoring efforts, such as pheasant crow counts and morning dove banding. Submits monitoring records to federal agencies. Reviews and revises small game and migratory gamebird hunting regulations (W-3 and W-5), brochures, and website. Maintain CPW’s federal permits for banding gamebirds and nuisance resident Canada Geese. Provides expert strategic advice to the Terrestrial Programs Supervisor, Deputy Assistant Director, Assistant Director, Director, and the Commission on all small game issues. Serves as an agency liaison and technical expert for key national and state partners, including Pheasants Forever, National Wild Turkey Federation's Western Technical Committee, Quail Unlimited, Quail Forever, and federal Farm Service Agencies (NRCS, FSA). Represent CPW on the Central Flyway Technical Committees.Habitat Program Management and Financial Oversight (PHIP)Directs and administers Pheasant Habitat Improvement Programs (PHIP). Coordinates activities with habitat delivery vendors and organizations throughout the state. Develops and implements guidelines for pheasant habitat improvement throughout Colorado. This position has direct responsibility for $350,000 in annual capital improvement funds allocated to this project. It is responsible for spending this money with limited oversight and is charged with developing guidelines and procedures for pheasant and quail habitat developments that address limiting habitat factors.Direction and coordination of the statewide Walk-In Access (WIA) programsDirects and manages the statewide small game Walk-In Access (WIA) and Corners for Conservation (C4C) programs, which provide public "Walk-In" hunting access. This includes strategic budgeting, developing and managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and selecting and supervising a diverse range of implementing contractors (e.g., local Pheasants Forever Chapters, FFA clubs, County Conservation Districts, and individual landowners). Establishes program guidelines, oversees the design and production of the public WIA atlas, and reports program efficacy to the Director, Commission, and legislature. Supervises temporary employees.Small Game Harvest Survey OversightDirects and manages the entire suite of statewide small game and migratory bird harvest surveys (e.g., HIP, Turkey, Sage Grouse, Sharp-tailed Grouse, Ptarmigan, General Small Game, Light Geese, Greater Prairie Chicken, general small game, Abert's Squirrel, etc.), while working with the statistician to provide robust statistical estimates critical for management decisions. Responsibilities include prioritizing annual survey budgets, developing RFPs, completing federal aid grant reporting requirements, monitoring technical contracts, collaborating with vendors to develop effective survey instruments, and consulting with the state statistician on the necessary data requirements, analysis, and reporting for internal use and public dissemination.Other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The Assessment Process All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.Equity, Diversity, and InclusionThe 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, at dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us 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 AccommodationsAny 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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at 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-VerifyDNR uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical HelpIf 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). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
