The City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department is hiring for a Senior Environmental Planner. Applications will be accepted through February 2nd. Broadly, this position oversees a cross-functional, ecologically-focused workgroup within the Planning and Special Projects Team (PSP). PSP leads management planning, project implementation, and evaluation of conservation efforts within the Natural Areas Department, as well as initiatives across the City of Fort Collins organization. This position will drive conservation efforts by providing expert guidance and technical support, while implementing a robust project management framework that enhances ecological systems on innovative projects. Find the full job description and apply HERE.
Boulder County Parks and Open Space is hiring a Youth Corps Program Manager. This dynamic position is responsible for recruitment and hiring, planning, logistics coordination, supervision, partnership development, field support, evaluation, and administrative duties to fulfill the mission and vision of the Boulder County Youth Corps. If you enjoy developing youth leadership, join the team! Apply HERE. Applications are being taken through February 3rd, 2021
The Boulder Valley & Longmont Conservation Districts are hiring a Conservation Forester to join our team in the Longmont office. This position reports to the Conservation Districts' District Manager. The position undertakes a variety of office (approx. 50%) and fieldwork (approx. 50%) duties, with a focus on the support and delivery of USDA Farm Bill programs through partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This position involves significant landowner outreach, education, and coordination toward the development and completion of private lands forest conservation projects. Applications close on February 5th, 2021. For more information click HERE.
The Water Development Committee, a coalition of Colorado and New Mexico stakeholders, is seeking an independent contractor to represent their interests on the Biology Committee of the San Juan River Basin Recovery Implementation Program. This individual will play an important role in maintaining what has been a successful balance of voices in guiding fish recovery efforts on the San Juan River. The deadline for submitting a resume is February 15th. Other details about the opportunity are included in the attached document HERE.
City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks is hiring a Planner I/II. The Planner I/II will provide leadership to advance the City of Boulder’s Charter purposes for open space to provide wise stewardship of the land and an excellent visitor experience. This position requires close collaboration with multiple work groups, other city departments, external partners, and the local community. This position assists in the development of planning and design priorities, work plan schedules, and project implementation. Applications will close February 15th, 2021 at 11:59 MDT. For more information click HERE.
The Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) at Colorado State University is seeking a fulltime Database and Web Developer. CNHP’s mission is to advance the conservation of Colorado's native species and ecosystems through science, planning, and education for the benefit of current and future generations. This position will play a key role in expanding CNHP’s online data delivery tools through web programming technologies Please pass this along to any programmer friends and colleagues interested in doing meaningful conservation work in Colorado. For full consideration, please apply by February 15, 2021. Click HERE for more information and how to apply.
Applications open now for Water Education Colorado’s Water Leaders Program are now open. Apply by Monday, Feb. 22nd 2021. This is not your average leadership or professional development program! WEco has graduated nearly 200 professionals from across all sectors of Colorado water since 2006. While the program covers examples of water-related leadership challenges and case studies, the primary focus is individual growth. Participants receive extensive training in skills related to navigating conflict and diversity, leading self and others, and effective problem-solving. Water Leaders Program graduates walk away with better understanding of their strengths and how to utilize them, learn how to address challenges both in their workplace and the broader community, gain skills to enhance their teams or projects, and form a network of peers to further their career growth. Click here to learn more and apply.
The Town of Erie currently has an opening for a Horticulture Tech I/II. Primary responsibilities will be overseeing horticultural operations for all town maintained annual and perennial beds including design, install, and maintenance. Click HERE for more information.
The Blue River Watershed Group (BRWG) is seeking an Executive Director to lead the group through the next phase of growth for the nonprofit. The new Executive Director will lead BRWG through the final phases of the Integrated Water Management Plan and through implementation of projects identified in the plan. The new Executive Director will also be responsible for grant writing and administration, fundraising, event planning and production, fundraising, and outreach. The mission of BRWG is to promote, protect, and restore a healthy Blue River watershed through cooperative community education, stewardship, and resource management. For more information about this opportunity click HERE.
Eagle’s Nest Owl’s Roost (ENOR) Environmental Discovery Camp is looking for people to join their dynamic education team! Spend the summer outdoors in the front range’s premier open space and state parks, exploring and discovering nature’s wonders with campers 4th – 9th grades. See HERE for the educator position and see HERE for the supervisor position. Email resumes to srmoore@jeffco.us. Interviews will take place in Mid-February.
Summit County is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for either a full-time Resource Specialist or Senior Resource Specialist position in the Open Space and Trails Department. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team working to preserve and maintain Summit County’s rural mountain character, unique natural areas, and high quality of life for residents and visitors through the protection and management of open spaces, trails, and trailheads. You can view the job posting HERE.
I4ES seeks a new Executive Director. The Executive Director is the chief operating officer (COO), chief financial officer (CFO) and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Institute for Environmental Solutions (IES). The Executive Director is responsible to the Board of Directors (BOD) to implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization and to provide direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, and strategy. For more information and application click HERE.
The City of Aurora is recruiting for Seasonal Park Ranger positions. This is a front-line, customer-focused position responsible for public safety, natural resource education and Aurora Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) rules and regulations education and compliance for the purpose of protecting and preserving natural resources, sites, and structures throughout the PROS system including reservoirs (Aurora & Quincy), trails, open space and developed parks. Seasonal Part-time positions typically start March 1, 2021 and end November 31, 2021 with possible earlier start date or extension. Seasonal Full-time positions start May 1, 2021 and end October 31, 2021 with possible earlier start date or extension. For more information and to apply click HERE.
The City of Aurora is recruiting for Seasonal Watercraft Inspector positions. Watercraft Inspectors help protect the City of Aurora's drinking water supply and provide exceptional customer service through watercraft inspections and Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) education contacts with recreational boaters at Aurora Reservoir and Quincy Reservoir. Seasonal Part-time positions start March 15, 2021 and end November 31, 2021. Seasonal Full-time positions start May 1, 2021 and end October 31, 2021. For more information and to apply click HERE.
The Boulder Climbing Community is looking to hire professional individuals for its Front Range Climbing Stewards (FRCS) crew for the 2021 field season. Positions range from Crew Leader and Level II for applicants with extensive prior trails experience to Level I for applicants with minimal to no prior trails experience and that are interested in working outside, being part of a team, and giving back to the local climbing community. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions have been filled. Interviews of well qualified applicants will begin in mid January. The 2021 season is scheduled to begin in March and run through early November. Read the full position descriptions and apply HERE.
RMFI is hiring multiple seasonal positions for the 2021 field season. Position openings include Field Instructor and Field Coordinator positions to begin in March 2021 and end in October/November 2021. These positions help RMFI achieve stewardship objectives at multiple public land sites in Southern Colorado and the Pikes Peak region including Garden of the Gods, Barr Trail, Pikes Peak, Shelf Road, Sangre de Cristos, and much more. If you love getting your hands dirty, using your problem-solving skills to find creative solutions, being directly involved in the hands-on stewardship of public lands, being part of a team, spending time in nature, and working with the local community then please check out our openings and apply! Click HERE for more information.
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.