Job Announcements Early December

The CHATFIELD WATERSHED AUTHORITY (CWA) in Douglas and Jefferson Counties, Colorado requests the submission of Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) for legal support, associated with Colorado water environmental regulations. This Request for Qualifications solicits information that will enable CWA to determine the highest qualified Legal Consultant or Firm that may provide professional legal services for the Authority. This solicitation may lead to a contract to provide legal services to CWA. Submissions are Due by 12:00 Noon, MST on Monday, January 4, 2021. For more information you can read the full request HERE.

Crested Butte Land Trust is seeking a Director of Stewardship. The Director of Stewardship will be responsible for management of conservation easements, conservation property maintenance and special projects related to the protection of conservation resources. The Director of Stewardship will be experienced in budget writing, seeking and securing grants and leading the implementation of complex conservation related projects in the field. The Director of Stewardship will be a leader with strategic, creative and organizational acumen and will possess strong written and verbal communication skills. This is a full-time salaried position based in Crested Butte, Colorado reporting to the Executive Director. The closing date is December 4th, 2020. For more information click HERE.

Denver Audubon is looking for Education Interns—dedicated, energetic, and enthusiastic individuals—to join the team of talented and experienced staff and volunteers for the winter/spring 2021! This internship will constantly adapt to meet COVID-19 guidelines per the CDC and CDPHE. Environmental education interns will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of and teaching environmental educational programs (about birds, habitats, watersheds, water quality, and conservation) for school-aged and/or high school students. The application deadline is December 11th, 2020. Please click HERE for more information.

The knowledgeable and passionate Colorado Watershed Assembly team is seeking a Program Assistant to facilitate numerous programs that encourage water conservation in Colorado. The program assistant will have the opportunity to work with various water entities, plan annual conferences, and assist watershed organizations in their missions. The chosen candidate will gain experience implementing programs and planning events, and will gain valuable insight into statewide and local watershed issues. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and questions to Diane Kielty (info@coloradowater.org).

Palmer Land Conservancy seeks a qualified and motivated individual to manage the Land Stewardship Program. The Land Stewardship Manager (LSM) builds and maintains positive relationships with landowners, ensures annual fulfillment of Palmer’s legal obligations for conserved properties, provides interpretation of conservation easement terms for landowners, identifies and responds to potential concerns and violations on conserved properties, and completes regular maintenance of stewardship records. Read the full job description HERE.

Colorado Rural Water Association is seeking an Energy Efficiency Technician, who reports to the Executive Director and Field Supervisor. The primary goal of the Energy Efficiency Circuit Rider is to assist rural and small community water and wastewater utility systems in evaluating their energy needs, consumption and costs. Recommending measures to reduce energy consumption and identifying potential funding sources for improvements. For more information click HERE.

Adams County is looking to fill a brand new Senior Parks and Trails Ranger position (full-time, permanent) in Brighton, CO. This function is expected to identify and resolve problems that arise in the normal course of the work.  These efforts are to provide education, safety and well-being for those who visit and utilize the open spaces, trail system, and park facilities managed by Adams County. For more information and to apply, click HERE.

Aurora Water is looking to hire a GIS Intern. Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of drinking water, sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, and water conservation, acquisition and development. Primary responsibilities will include: Compile information for data requests, reports, summaries, etc, assist with updating utility extension agreement records and documentation, execute Map Requests, assist with field data collection, create new GIS data from plans, field information, research, or other various sources. No Closing Date. For more information contact Doug Rulison at drulison@auroragov.org and visit HERE.

ICON Engineering is currently looking for a Stormwater Project Engineer / Manager & Engineer Intern. ICON Engineering is one of Denver’s most reputable planning, design, and project management civil engineering firms. They offer engineering services for stormwater management, stream restoration, flood mitigation, drainage, parks and trails. The engineer will assist in and/or manage the planning, design, and production of engineering documents for a variety of projects to include stormwater and drainage design, stream restoration, floodplain analysis, detention and water quality, roadways, parks and trails.Visit the Careers page HERE.