Job Description

The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. 

We invite you to explore our website at 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.

The Aquatic Wildlife Branch is responsible for 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.

Coordination of statewide native amphibian species conservation and recovery. Work closely with biologists, hatchery staff and researchers, in close communication with the Native Aquatic Species Manager, to recover and conserve native amphibian species. Develop good working relationships with other agencies and key stakeholders to maintain and strengthen support for CPW’s conservation goals and activities. Coordinate with external partners, including federal agencies, NGOs, and universities. Represent CPW and the State of Colorado on amphibian conservation teams and committees. Provide biological and technical expertise. Identify research needs and evaluate priorities. Participate in determining conservation goals and actions for native amphibian species and their habitats. Provide field support as needed.

Boreal Toad Recovery

Coordinate Boreal Toad statewide conservation actions. Determine and implement conservation priorities. Chair and represent CPW and the state of Colorado on the Boreal Toad Recovery Team. Coordinate and plan annual Team meetings. Coordinate captive propagation. Review and assess annual breeding site monitoring and disease data. Periodically review and update the conservation plan.

Northern Leopard Frog Conservation

Coordinate Northern Leopard Frog statewide conservation actions. Determine and implement conservation priorities. Identify information gaps and develop long-term planning to address gaps. Participate in and/or facilitate Northern Leopard Frog working groups. Identify and apply for funding opportunities for research and conservation actions.

Amphibian Conservation
Develop long-term planning to identify information gaps and determine conservation actions for all native amphibians. Create internal and external working groups, as appropriate, to determine conservation needs and planning. Work with internal and external partners to evaluate needs and methods to address impacts of non-native and/or invasive amphibian species.

Conservation Planning and Implementation
Assist the Native Aquatic Species Manager with developing and updating guidance such as conservation plans. Determine planning needs for Tier 2 amphibian species and Species of Greatest Information Need, identified in the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). Assist with revisions of the SWAP.

Native Aquatic Species Manager Assistance 
Represents CPW on behalf of the Manager on conservation teams and committees. Assist with evaluating applications for grants and scientific collecting permits. In consultation with the Native Aquatic Species Manager, participate in USFWS Species Status Assessments. Assist with evaluating research proposals and prioritizing funding. Respond to inquiries from other agencies and the public as appropriate.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in herpetology, aquatic biology, wildlife biology, ecology, conservation, wildlife management, or an occupation related to the work assigned
to this position
OR
A combination of related education in herpetology, aquatic biology, wildlife biology, ecology, conservation, wildlife management 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
• Professional-level writing, research, and communication skills.
• Experience in or assisting in the planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluating programs and projects.
• Experience with or education specific to native Colorado amphibian conservation work.

  Conditions of Employment

• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle.
• Travel to in-person meetings and/or field-work required. Usually 5-7 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 (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, 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. 

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