• Job Description

  Req#: 4073300
  
  
  
  
  
  OPEN TO STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Recognizing that 90% of Coloradans routinely access trails in Colorado, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Divisions (CPW) Trails Program exists to serve all trails interests in Colorado including riding, hiking, equestrian, hunting, fishing, and persons with special needs in its efforts to connect parks, federal lands and other trail systems into a statewide trails network. The work unit exists to administer the State Trails Program, addressing both non-motorized and motorized trail interests established under Colorado Revised Statutes § 33 Article 11, Article 14 and 14.5. The program provides between $9-12 million annually to local, state, tribal, and federal governmental agencies; recreation and school districts; and nonprofit organizations. In addition to funding, the program provides training, education, planning and technical assistance to promote the creation and stewardship of a statewide system of trails.
  This position will oversee implementation of the priority components of the State Trails Program Strategic Plan that is intended to bring together state and federal government agencies, and non-governmental organizations to promote outdoor recreational trail opportunities, protect special places in Colorado, and encourage citizens and visitors to connect with natural areas. This will include overseeing the continued development of the Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) mapping system. The COTREX application and website make user-friendly trail data from over 230 land managers available to the public to encourage citizens to connect with natural areas, inform them about up-to-date closure information, proper etiquette when recreating outdoors, and additional ways to get involved with caring for Colorado’s public lands. This will include managing existing and developing new partnerships with Colorado land managers by ensuring their trails data is updated and offering trainings for staff to support their continued use of the app. Candidates will also be able to strategize and implement ways to communicate and raise awareness with the public on the issues facing Colorado’s trails, such as the need for seasonal closures and the importance of following ethics such as the “Care of Colorado '' campaign.
  This position will also support the Trails Program through our grant process that works with local, state, and federal government agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations to provide funding that promotes outdoor recreational trail opportunities. This will include working with partners on both existing and potential trail projects to ensure all information is in compliance with program policies, reviewing current and past project maps to ensure all data is accurate, and providing technical assistance to entities and CPW staff to update maps.
  Ideal candidates will have experience working with GIS software and data, will have worked with trail managers and stakeholders to understand barriers to trail projects as well as how to navigate through those barriers; will be familiar with trail funding opportunities and have experience securing funding for trail projects, and will have the necessary technology background and communication skills to effectively interact with the public, land managers, and the technical team that oversees the COTREX.
  Specific duties include but are not limited to:
  Coordinate advancement of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s State Trails Program Strategic Plan through support of the Colorado Trails Explorer
  Manage operations and communications for the state-wide trails mapping application – COTREX.
  Communicate and coordinate recreational trail data and updates for all 236+ land managers and Regional Outdoor Partnerships.
  Advise on further development and expansion of COTREX.
  Support implementation of components of Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Trails Program Strategic Plan to ensure we are on track to meet the six goals outlined in that document as well as the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.
  Identify opportunities to educate the public on trail issues utilizing our state trails program website, COTREX, and other platforms
  Support components of Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Trails Program Grant Programs
  This position will coordinate with land managers and State Trails Program staff to ensure all necessary mapping data is accurate for projects that have received program funding. The incumbent must be able to accurately and effectively communicate with all involved parties and provide technical assistance to update data when needed.
  This position will help support trails staff by creating and maintaining website information and webmaps for projects, being able to both present and create materials for meetings and trainings, promote grant funding opportunities, and review grant proposals.
  This position will also support the State Recreational Trails Committee by assisting with the planning, set-up, document preparation, and record keeping for their quarterly meetings.
  
  
  Other duties as assigned.
  Minimum Qualifications
  At least a Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, geography, natural resource management, outdoor recreation, or a field of study related to the work assignment AND at least three years of professional experience in project coordination or management or other specialized subject areas of the work assigned to this position as described in the job description.
  
  Substitutions
  • Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
  • Appropriate experience will substitute for the required education 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 working with GIS software and data

  • Experience working with land managers and stakeholders to understand barriers to trail projects as well as how to navigate through those barriers

  • Basic knowledge of trail funding opportunities

  • Technology background and skills to effectively interact with the public, land managers, and the technical team that oversees the COTREX

  • Exceptional communication skills and an ability to communicate complex issues in a concise and comprehensive manner.
  Required Competencies
  • Dedication to the natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Colorado

  • Ability to work independently and be self-motivating

  • Ability to build consensus among diverse stakeholders

  • Team player who proactively ensures the success of other teammates

  • Strong interpersonal skills including building collaborative environment

  • Enthusiastic, energetic, optimistic, positive attitude

  • Proactive, takes initiative, self-motivated

  • Great work ethic, disciplined, conscientious, thorough, and diligent

  • Customer-service mindset, respectful, helpful

  • Possesses excellent problem solving ability and good judgment

  • Honest, trustworthy, dependable

  • Proven ability to be organized and prioritize work

  • Adaptable and open to change
  Conditions of Employment
  • State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
  • Must possess a current and valid Colorado Driver's License when operating a State vehicle.
  • This position will have some travel overnight within Colorado to meet with land managers and stakeholders.
  • Schedule is during normal operating hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with occasional evening/weekend work required.
  • Must be able to report to work at the primary work location. Flexible work arrangements may be offered.
  • 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 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.
  
  
  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 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, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at anna.kargobai-murray@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 an accommodation, please contact Anna Kargobai-Murray at anna.kargobai-murray@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.

• About the company

  Colorado is a state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It encompasses most of the Southern Rocky Mountains, as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains.

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