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CPW WILDLIFE MANAGER IV /Aquatic Invertebrate Coordinator - (Colorado)

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CPW WILDLIFE MANAGER IV /Aquatic Invertebrate Coordinator - (Colorado)

Salary

$73,656.00 - $95,748.00 Annually

Location

Statewide, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

PMA 32172 04/25

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

04/21/2025

Closing Date

5/6/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Cayla Phythian [email protected]

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Primary Physical Work Address

6060 Broadway, Denver CO, 80216 - The actual location will depend on the selected candidate and available office/shop space.

Hiring Pay Rate

Please note that all employees new to the State Personnel System are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

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.

+ Description

+ Benefits

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Department Information

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

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 plans

+ Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage

+ Employee Wellness programs

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Health Savings Accounts

+ 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave

+ Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options

+ Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

+ Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch) .

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (http://cpw.state.co.us/)

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.

The Aquatic Branch is responsible for the management of aquatic wildlife resources for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, including fisheries management, hatcheries, native species conservation and recovery, aquatic nuisance species control, and fish health.

Description of Job

The coordinator and seasonal staff will conduct fieldwork, including detailed surveys of aquatic invertebrate populations, assess habitat conditions, develop recommendations for targeted conservation and recovery strategies, and react to ESA issues. The coordinator will serve as an aquatic invertebrate expert and will facilitate collaboration with other state and federal agencies, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations, fostering a more holistic approach to aquatic invertebrate management, conservation, and recovery. The coordinator will contribute to the broader understanding of aquatic ecosystem health, aid in the identification of early warning signs for potential water quality issues, and help to develop strategies to ensure that aquatic invertebrates remain resilient in the face of ongoing environmental challenges.

Program Design and Development

Develops and implements statewide studies, monitoring programs, and status evaluations of aquatic invertebrates, including aquatic insects, crustaceans, and mollusks. Identifies existing data sources and develops collaborative relationships. Identifies data gaps, limiting factors, habitats, and conservation needs. Manages field surveys and crews. Formulates planning and conservation guidance and documents. Identifies and pursues funding and grant opportunities to implement conservation actions. Prioritizes programs and actions to meet statewide goals. Guides decision-making processes. Leads and/or participates in statewide planning efforts, including developing new conservation strategies and plans and participating in State Wildlife Action Plan updates.

Technical Expertise and Agency Representation.

Compiles and analyzes technical data on aquatic invertebrates and maintains technical knowledge through the review and evaluation of professional literature and programmatic reports. Disseminates technical information on aquatic invertebrate species and provides technical counsel to other staff. Leads species status assessments that influence federal listing, down-listing and delisting processes under ESA and state designations. Represents CPW and Colorado on recovery teams and mulit-agency committees as a technical expert. Leads development and justification for species recovery goals and objectives within Colorado.

Serves as a liaison to other work units integral to native aquatic invertebrate conservation, such as the fisheries management unit, water resources unit, aquatic research unit, aquatic nuisance species unit, terrestrial invertebrate program, and regional management. Work with federal aid coordinators and grant administrators to identify and pursue funding opportunities for conservation projects. Facilitates collaboration and coordination with other state agencies (such as the Colorado Department of Public Health- Water Quality Control Division and Environment and Colorado Water Conservation Board), federal agencies, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations.

Represents CPW at statewide and regional levels as an aquatic invertebrate expert and information source for conservation issues, conservation programs, water quality issues, and land use decisions. Serves as the principal technical representative for CPW on committees and coordination teams. Recommends, reviews, writes, comments, and consults with other affected interests outside of the agency on CPW statewide directives, regulations, management guidelines, and strategies for the effective and consistent implementation of aquatic invertebrate conservation programmatic goals and objectives. Responds to inquiries from other agencies and the public as appropriate.

Conservation Planning and Implementation

Assist the Native Aquatic Species Manager with developing and updating guidance such as conservation plans. Ensure consistency between guidance documents and the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). Determine planning needs for aquatic invertebrate species identified as Species of Greatest Conservation Need in the SWAP. Assist with revisions of the SWAP. Implement and/or coordinate on-the-ground conservation actions. Develop additional conservation plans and strategies as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in Invertebrate biology or conservation, ecology, environmental science, aquatic biology, conservation biology, ecology or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.

OR

A combination of related education in Wildlife Management, General Biology, Aquatic Biology, Fishery Biology, , Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology/Animal Sciences, invertebrate biology, conservation biology and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to seven (7) years.

Substitutions

+ Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Current or former State experience relevant to this position

+ Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience

+ Experience in or assisting in the planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluating aquatic invertebrate programs and projects.

+ Experience working with and coordinating with diverse partners.

+ Knowledge of or experience with aquatic invertebrate identification and taxonomy.

+ Knowledge of aquatic toxicology and water quality standards.

+ Knowledge of or experience with designing and conducting aquatic invertebrate surveys and collections.

+ Experience with or education specific to native Colorado aquatic invertebrate conservation.

+ Master’s Degree or higher in invertebrate conservation, entomology, aquatic biology, fisheries biology, ecology, conservation biology or closely related field.

+ Experience working in outdoor conditions, including knowledge of the principles of safety in the outdoors.

+ Ability to safely work in and around aquatic habitats including streams, lakes, and wetlands.

Required Competencies

+ Professional-level writing, research, and communication skills.

+ Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners.

+ Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects

Conditions of Employment

+ + Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle.

+ Hybrid- position will require travel for field work and to field offices across the state. Some duties assigned to this position may be completed from remote or home office.

+ Travel to in-person meetings and/or field-work required. Usually 5-10 days per month, occasionally more.

+ Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).

APPEAL RIGHTS:

It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

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 todocument 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 Inclusion

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 [email protected]

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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at [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

DNR uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/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). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's 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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Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application.

+ I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.

+ I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation).

+ I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.

02

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position:

03

Do you currently have a degree in Wildlife Management, General Biology, Aquatic Biology, Fishery Biology, , Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology/Animal Sciences, invertebrate biology, conservation biology or a related field?

+ Yes

+ No

+ I have a degree but it is not related

04

Please describe how your degree relates to this position: (If you are not using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications of 7 years of education/experience, please list N/A)

05

Please select which range most accurately reflects your years of experience in Invertebrate biology or conservation, ecology, environmental science, aquatic biology, conservation biology, ecology or a related field:

+ No experience yet

+ 0 to less than 1 year

+ 1 year but less than 2 years

+ 2 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 years but less than 4 years

+ 4 years but less than 5 years

+ 5 years but less than 6 years

+ 6 years but less than 7 years

+ 7 years or more

06

Please describe your professional experience related to the conservation of aquatic invertebrate species that includes planning, budgeting, implementation, reporting, and evaluating programs and projects. Please do not state “see resume”.

07

Many aquatic invertebrate species have insufficient life history, distribution, and abundance data to adequately inform management decisions. What is your strategy for making management and programmatic decisions with limited information?

08

Please describe your experience working collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve species conservation objectives and goals. Please include what actions or strategies you employ to build and maintain these relationships.

09

Please describe your experience writing, updating, or contributing to guidance documents such as conservation and recovery plans, species status assessments, state wildlife action plans, or similar documents.

10

Please describe why you are interested in working for Colorado Parks and Wildlife as the Aquatic Invertebrate Coordinator.

11

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 since 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.

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