CPW Wildlife Technician V – Ralston Creek SWA/Mount Tom (Pine, CO) 

The CPW Wildlife Technician V position in Pine, CO, involves overseeing the management of State Wildlife Areas, supervising Wildlife Technician IVs, and handling budgets, infrastructure maintenance, and water rights. The role requires collaboration to meet the goals of the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife. This position is only open to Colorado residents and offers flexible work schedule options, including remote work opportunities.
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.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE

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 work unit exists to implement the goals and objectives of Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife’s (CPW) strategic long range and operation plan in order to accomplish the Legislative mandate of protecting, preserving, managing and enhancing the State’s wildlife resources in the geographical area comprising Area 1, NE Region.

Description of Job

This position exists to oversee the management of State Wildlife Areas within Area 1. This position will provide management support by supervising four Wildlife Technician IVs. These responsibilities will include oversight of budgets for each Technician IV; monitor infrastructure maintenance; exchange of use agreements; water rights; leases/agreements; operation plans, work plans and master management plans. This position will track and monitor all water rights owned by the agency and utilized within Area 1 to include tracking usage amounts and maximizing the agency’s return from those rights. This position will manage the small and large capital program for the area including the Capital Tracking database and asset management. The position will also be responsible for the routine maintenance, area equipment and other facilities/equipment for Ralston Creek and the Pals Family SWAs. This position will work independently and/or collaboratively to achieve the goals and objectives in the CPW Strategic Plan.

Property Management/Maintenance/Natural Resource Management

Cooperatively develop and implement habitat improvements, property improvements, five year maintenance, and legal compliance plans. Assesses SWA’s deficiencies and identifies future needs. Determines project priorities in accordance with CPW’s Strategic Plan, Regional direction, and Area work/management plans. Determines project priority in accordance with planning documents. Consult with internal and external wildlife professionals on specific project needs. Administers all agricultural and other leases on SWAs. Plans, maintains, and improves habitat improvement projects throughout the year. Coordinate all crews and contractors including, but not limited to: seasonal and temporary employees, volunteers, youth crews, convict labor, NGO projects, and weed control projects. Manages noxious weeds. Monitors and manages recreational use on all SWAs. Develop and maintain property facilities to include fencing, signing, parking lot and access points, bridges, roads, toilets, water manipulation devices, and buildings. Use and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment to include heavy equipment, farm machinery, welders, and large power tools. Work with Game Damage to maintain supplies including the yard, equipment and buildings. Works with engineers and AWM to assess, describe, and prioritize capital and equipment needs for the property. Participates in census and capture projects.

SupervisionProvides supervision and direction to four Full-Time WT IV subordinate employees and volunteers. Develops performance plans, conducts reviews, and performance appraisals. Reviews and approves Kronos time sheets as well as time off requests. Directs subordinates by assessing work processes and advising courses of action. Ensures temporary maintenance employees receive adequate and proper orientation/training to safely perform their job duties in meeting the mission of the section. Resolves routine conflicts that arise between FTE and/or temporary employees. May take (and/or recommend to direct supervisor) appropriate corrective/disciplinary action for temporary employees.

Law Enforcement

Law enforcement by cooperation/communication with city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Protect people and natural resources by deterring, apprehending, and prosecuting violators through patrol, investigation, citation issuance, check stations and education. Including checking hunting and fishing licenses on and off SWAs. Monitors and manages recreational use on all SWAs.

Asset Management/Capital Tracking

Will perform annual Capital Asset Management inspections with subordinates and update reports in the system. They will manage the small and large capital requests for the Area including entry into the system and tracking approved projects to completion, working with regional and state project managers as needed. Will track all assets within the area and verify that they are properly tracked and accounted for in Asset Manager. Will work with subordinates as well as AWM to verify all requests are within agency priorities and are suited to maximize spending by the agency.

Administrative Responsibilities

Will prepare records and reports concerning the areas that fall under work plans, progress reports, employee paperwork and evaluations, paperwork associated with making purchases, annual requests for funding from numerous sources, chemicals, requests for bids from contractors/vendors, recording work hours and maintaining all records according to policy. Oversees vehicle orders for subordinates as well as track needs for DOT compliance.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) years of relevant experience in wildlife management, habitat project design and implementation, heavy equipment use, maintenance and supervisory experience or an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position. You must adequately demonstrate your experience in your application as it relates to the duties of this position.

OR

A combination of related education in wildlife biology, natural resources, animal science, biology and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years.

Substitutions

Appropriate education in wildlife biology, natural resources, animal science, biology, laboratory science or a related field of study 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 is considered.
• Experience collecting and processing a wide array of biological samples.
• Experience managing detailed records and quality control of data.
• Current or former State experience relevant to this position.

Required Competencies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong level of written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use and operate computers and email.
• Ability to move smoothly between highly variable tasks.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance during sample processing.

Conditions of Employment
• State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver’s license if operating a State vehicle.
• Background check
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials – Herbicides
• Position needs to have or obtain a POST certification; must handle firearms safely and proficiently.
• Some travel may be required to maintain certifications and to assist the agency with fulfilling its mission.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, OHVs, using power tools, etc.
• 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 (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), 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 acknowledgment 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 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.
• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one vacancy at this level and reporting location.

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 dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us

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 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-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 about 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.