The Big Thompson Watershed Coalition (BTWC) is currently hiring a Stream Restoration Project Manager. This position will lead and support stream restoration project planning, contractor oversight, and monitoring efforts throughout the Big Thompson watershed. The ideal candidate will have a background in watershed science, stream restoration, or environmental project management, with experience in fieldwork, data collection, and stakeholder engagement. Application will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of March 21st, 2025. Learn more HERE.
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is seeking to hire a Colorado River Program Director. "Imagine leading a transformative conservation effort that spans seven states and Mexico, all centered around one of the most vital waterways in North America. As the Colorado River Program Director for The Nature Conservancy (TNC), you will be at the helm of a dynamic team, driving initiatives that safeguard the freshwater biodiversity of the Colorado River Basin. Your leadership will be crucial in achieving TNC's ambitious 2030 goals, ensuring that your work leaves a lasting impact on the environment." Learn more or apply HERE.
Join The Greenway Foundation’s SPREE (South Platte River Environmental Education) program as an Environmental Educator! You’ll teach outdoor environmental education for preschool-5th grade students in Denver parks, teach at summer camps, and support community events and youth programs. This is a full-time, in-person position with variable hours from March – December, 2025. Most programs run weekdays, with occasional evenings and weekends required. All programs take place outdoors in Denver public parks or at local schools. Additional responsibilities include supporting other programs, including but not limited to: excursions, events, day camps, youth programs, volunteer opportunities, marketing, and fundraising. This position is open until filled and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please email bekky@greenwayfoundation.org to apply.
The Getches-Wilkinson Center for Natural Resources, Energy and the Environment (GWC) at the University of Colorado Law School is seeking an outstanding — early career — attorney to serve as the next GWC Water Law Fellow. The Fellow will work on the most pressing water law reform issues of the day under the guidance of the GWC and law school faculty and in partnership with leaders from the non-profit, government, and private sectors. The overarching objective of the Water Law Fellows Program is to create a matchless educational and mentoring experience that will prepare the Fellows to become leaders in the field. The intensive program will immerse the Fellow in the real-world challenges of water law and policy. During the program, the Fellow will be actively engaged in water law reform in the public interest and will hone their leadership, communication, advocacy, and research skills.Learn more or apply HERE.
Jefferson Conservation District is seeking to hire a Natural Resource Specialist. Position reports to the Director and undertakes a variety of office/computer and fieldwork duties (about a 50/50 split over the course of a year). Supporting JCD’s grant administration year-round is a major focus of the office/computer work. Noxious weed inventory and program support during the summer/fall is the primary fieldwork focus of this position. Open until filled, but application review will begin after 2/9/25. Learn more HERE.
The Nature Conservancy is looking to hire a Water Policy Advisor. The Water Policy Advisor elevates The Nature Conservancy’s Colorado conservation goals by engaging in water policy initiatives and strategic partnerships across the state and Colorado River Basin. This role will work closely with the Colorado External Affairs team, as well as coalitions, government agencies, Tribal Nations, elected officials, and other partners. You will engage in projects and campaigns related to freshwater conservation, healthy rivers, climate change, biodiversity, agriculture, watershed management, and forest health. As the subject matter expert on water policy issues, you will steer policy development, advocacy, and implementation. This role will also aid TNC Colorado’s efforts to advance inclusive conservation and policy. Learn more HERE.
Jefferson Conservation District is seeking to hire a Conservation Forester. Position reports to the Director and undertakes a variety of office (approx.50%) and fieldwork (approx. 50%) duties in support of JCD’s private-lands ecological forestry program. This position involves significant project management, landowner outreach, and contractor coordination. This work occurs in partnership with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), which provides logistical support to JCD at the Colorado NRCS State Office at the Denver Federal Center (This position is not a federal job; JCD and NRCS are separate employers). Open until filled, but application review will begin after 2/9/25. Learn more HERE.
The City of Evans, Colorado is seeking to hire a Civil Engineer. The Civil Engineer is under general supervision of the City Engineer, and provides a full range of engineering and project management services for the City’s Public Works and Utilities Department. This includes technical work related to municipal stormwater management, transportation, water distribution, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment. The employee will perform technical work related to the design and review of engineering and utility plans and develop deliverables related to the production of maps, drawings, plans, specifications, and details for water, wastewater, and stormwater management systems. Learn more or apply HERE.
Internships
Northern Water is seeking interns for the following positions:
Denver Water is seeking interns for the following positions:
Watershed Planning Wildfire Intern
One Water - Urban Heat and Hydrology Intern
Water Resource Analysis Summer Intern
Attention undergraduates, graduate students and emerging professionals looking for an unparalleled learning experience. Coalition for the Uppers South Platte (CUSP) offers opportunities to apply academic knowledge and analytical skills gained in school in a diversified, professional environment. Apply HERE.
Coldharbour Institute is seeking an AmeriCorps intern to assist with coordinating education, restoration, monitoring and research activities tied to our Healthy Watersheds program. The AmeriCorps intern will work as an integral part of the small team that will be conducting water education events and implementing watershed restoration projects on the Coldharbour Ranch. While the majority of intern duties will be tied to our Healthy Watersheds program, occasionally the intern will be asked to participate in other aspects of our programming and organizational operations. Learn more HERE.