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CPW WILDLIFE MANAGER V/Northeast Game Management Team(Denver, CO)

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CPW WILDLIFE MANAGER V/Northeast Game Management Team(Denver, CO)

Salary

$82,836.00 - $132,528.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

PMA 32183 07/25

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

07/17/2025

Closing Date

7/31/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, USA

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.

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.

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Department Information

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

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 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.

This position serves as the Northeast Senior Wildlife Biologist for the Terrestrial Branch Game Management Team. The position reports to the Terrestrial Branch Deputy Assistant Director for Game Management. This position’s work unit exists to gather, evaluate, and summarize data on terrestrial wildlife resources and to develop and participate in the implementation of recommendations consistent with CPW’s Strategic Plan, all CPW guidance documents, and direction provided by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission for the wise stewardship of wildlife populations. This work unit has a role in the evaluation and creation of policy and regulations for the management of wildlife in Colorado and ensures that management complies with statutes and administrative directives. The work unit is also involved in the development and implementation of various wildlife plans and agreements. These tasks are accomplished through collaboration and the formation of partnerships with other diverse interests, both within and outside CPW.

Description of Job

This position plans, formulates, guides, and directs the work unit for the purpose described above. Currently, this involves supervising 4 wildlife biologists and technicians stationed throughout northeastern Colorado, and cooperating with various CPW staff and teams to achieve common wildlife management goals, planning and managing budgets, ensuring all administrative processes are aligned with state policies, and preparing and executing contracts and agreements as necessary to accomplish the work unit’s goals.

Program Planning and Development, Supervision, and Leadership

Plans, develops, modifies, and implements operational plans for terrestrial wildlife stewardship in the designated Region. Leads and supervises wildlife biologists to prioritize and achieve goals and activities of the Unit, Terrestrial Branch, CPW Operational Plan, CPW Strategic Plan, and other Division goals. Supervises annual and long-term planning, development, and implementation of wildlife management and conservation plans. Cooperatively develops annual performance objectives and work plans with staff, monitors staff performance, regularly provides coaching and feedback, and conducts team member performance evaluations. Ensures organized documentation of human resources and performance issues, creates performance improvement plans, and directs corrective actions. Plans professional development opportunities for staff. Applies leadership training and skills to support and direct their team(s).

Program and Budget Administration

Oversees all Unit administration needs. This includes providing guidance, review, approval, and denial of purchases, timecards, travel requests, reimbursements, contracts and agreements, procurement process, hiring process, data sharing agreements, project proposals, regulatory issue papers, and wildlife management and conservation plans, among other program and administrative products and processes. Provides coaching on and ensures staff compliance with all state policies and rules. Develops and manages the Unit’s annual budget and decision items. Evaluates and proposes changes to wildlife policies and regulations.

Wildlife Management/Conservation, Field Implementation, and Collaboration

Collaborates with multiple teams within Terrestrial (biologists, coordinators, technicians, analysts, supervisors, pilots, etc.) and outside of Terrestrial (CPW Regional and Area teams, federal agencies, nongovernmental organizations, universities, etc.) with wildlife management and conservation efforts. Ensures that staff are well-trained to accurately collect and secure data. Directs Unit staff to conduct monitoring efforts, complete analyses and reports, comment on wildlife policy and management issues, communicate to various audiences, and implement field activities to achieve the goals and objectives set in approved management and conservation plans. Coaches Unit staff to assist other Terrestrial Unit field staff with field operations, and welcomes the assistance of those staff to achieve a functional, effective, and efficient team approach to fieldwork completion. Directs Unit staff to accomplish annual monitoring programs and the license setting process, which include wildlife captures, aerial and ground surveys, modelling, leading license setting meetings, and drafting and proofing regulations.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in wildlife management, wildlife biology, wildlife ecology, natural resources management, wildlife research, or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

A combination of related education in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Biology, Aquatic Biology/Fishery Science/Aquaculture/Fishery Management, Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology/Animal Sciences and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years

Substitutions

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

Preferred Qualifications

+ Current or former State experience relevant to this position

+ Current or former Colorado Parks and Wildlife experience

+ Experience with planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluating programs and projects

+ Experience with supervision of employees

Required Competencies

+ Strong writing and comprehension skills with an understanding of legal and regulatory concepts and language

+ Excellent organizational and time management skills

+ Strong interpersonal skills

+ Public speaking and presentation skills

+ Proficiency with Google Suite, understanding data organization in spreadsheets and databases, experience with using software applications that collect and store data

Conditions of Employment

+ Must be a state of Colorado resident at the time of application.

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

+ Periodic in-state and out-of-state travel required. Typically <2-4 days/month

+ The position will be in the office 3 days per week, and 2 days per week can be remote work. Schedule can be flexible on a weekly basis.

+ 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).

+ Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1W0g2QAGmusbXBJzL3HxhGitIZOEKnwhrFnx9GqVcQHA/preview?tab=t.0) , any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver 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

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]

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 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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The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application, unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board (DPA). A residency waiver was not issued by DPA for this announcement. For more information, please see the FAQ's at: https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply. Are you a current Colorado resident?

+ Yes

+ No

02

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.

03

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 you application from the current position: (if not applicable, please enter "N/A")

04

Please select which range most accurately reflects your years of experience in wildlife management, wildlife biology, wildlife ecology, natural resources management and/or wildlife research:

+ No experience yet

+ 1 year but less than 4 years

+ 4 years but less than 8 years

+ 8 years but less than 10 years

+ 10 years but less than 15 years

+ 15 or more years

05

What is your highest level of education? Please list what your majored in and how it relates to this position.

06

Please describe how your experience and/or education translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions.

07

Please describe your professional experience related to big game species management that includes field work, population status assessments, monitoring, disease management, and other management techniques, including evaluating and prioritizing programs and projects that you have been involved with (please do not state "see resume"):

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Please describe your familiarity with Colorado Parks & Wildlife policies and regulations, and your experience in the development and implementation of governmental procedures, policies, and regulations:

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Please describe your approach to leadership:

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Please describe your experience managing budgets and procurement of contracts:

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Please describe your experience with supervising people:

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Please describe your experience working with a diversity of people and partner organizations:

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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.

+ I acknowledge this receipt of this notice.

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