Resource Central is seeking to hire a Water Program Manager. As the Water Program Manager, you'll spearhead the popular Lawn Replacement Program, which allows residents to replace thirsty traditional lawns with beautiful, low-maintenance, waterwise plants that support pollinators, reduce water use, and drive significant water conservation across Colorado communities. You'll lead daily program operations, optimize efficiency, and empower a dynamic team to deliver exceptional results. Your expertise in program management, operations optimization, and team leadership will be vital as you cultivate a positive environment and ensure the program's success. If you're a proactive, organized leader with a passion for water conservation, ready to tackle challenges and make a lasting difference, this is your opportunity! Learn more or apply HERE.
Colorado Water Trust is seeking to hire a Water Transaction Specialist. The Water Transactions Specialist will evaluate, develop, implement, and steward flow restoration projects throughout Colorado using collaborative, voluntary, and market-based approaches. They will work on a team environment under the direction of the Programs Director, with a self-starting and entrepreneurial ethos. The ideal candidate will share our passion for Western water and healthy rivers, be adept at innovative thinking to advance Colorado Water Trust’s goals, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, in addition to technical skills. The right person for this role will be comfortable communicating complex technical information to a variety of audiences, and be persistent despite occasionally skeptical audiences and challenging, long-term projects. Application closes May 2nd. Learn more or apply HERE.
The West Region Wildfire Council seeks a dynamic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our nonprofit organization. This leadership role requires a strong background in fundraising and grants, financial management, and organizational strategy. The CEO is responsible for overseeing programs, ensuring financial stability, leading fundraising, and promoting a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork. The CEO’s responsibilities are carried out in close partnership with the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Learn more or apply HERE.
The Animas Watershed Partnership (AWP) is hiring a coordinator to manage the planning process and other AWP projects. Applications are due May 15. The Coordinator serves as the public face of the partnership. The role of the coordinator is to work collaboratively with partner organizations, local governments, citizens and landowners to develop an integrated watershed management plan (IWMP). This includes the identification and implementation of strategies, policies and projects that support environmental, social and economic interests. Such strategies, policies and projects include conducting community engagement and outreach to increase citizen awareness and action for watershed health, helping to keep state and local leaders updated and aware of river health issues, and other creative ways of supporting and advancing watershed stewardship. Learn more HERE.
MSI is to hire a Water Program Research Associate. This position will support the MSI water team’s applied research initiatives related to riparian and wetland restoration, the nexus between water resources and forestry management, watershed condition, and incorporating hydrologic science into broader efforts in landscape ecology, and watershed management. The position will support research and restoration projects in the San Juan Mountain region related to ecohydrological function, restoration efficacy, water quality, spatial analysis, benthic macroinvertebrate assessment, and ecosystem resiliency. This is a full-time, year-round position. Applications will be accepted April 7-25, 2025. Learn more or read the full position description HERE.
Colorado Trout Unlimited (CTU) is seeking to hire part-time Western Regional Trout in the Classroom (TIC) Coordinators. This year-round position will work an average of 10 – 15 hours per week from Aug. - May and less during the summer months. As Western TIC Coordinator, you fill a key role to the overall success of Trout in the Classroom (TIC) Program. You will help TIC Educators, Volunteers, and Chapter Leaders learn, prepare for, and understand TIC processes, equipment, maintenance, and the overall TIC program. We are accepting applications through April 28th at 8 am (Mountain Time). Learn more or apply HERE.
The City of Westminster forestry team is adding a new Arborist Technician position to our growing program. This is a skilled labor position involving knowledge and practical experience in the maintenance and identification of trees and shrubs common to the Denver metro area. Work involves responsibility for performing a variety of tasks with major emphasis on urban forestry maintenance duties. Employees will be required to use computers and iPads on a regular basis to complete work orders and maintain/update the City tree inventory database. Work is reviewed by a supervisor and through inspection of work while in progress and/or upon completion. Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions and to be able to read and understand construction documents and develop and maintain maintenance schedules. Application closes April 21, 2025. Learn more or apply HERE.
High Line Canal Conservancy is seeking to hire a Manager of Natural Resources and Stewardship. The Manager of Natural Resources and Stewardship is responsible for protection and enhancement of the High Line Canal’s natural resources and preserving the Canal’s conservation values through stewardship of a conservation easement that protects the corridor. This person works closely with the local jurisdictions and stormwater managers along the Canal, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Planning and Implementation, to facilitate collaborative maintenance, develop new management approaches, elevate the level of care for the Canal and implement natural resource restoration projects. This role coordinates closely with foresters, natural resource planners, landscape architects, park planners and operations staff from local jurisdictions to ensure a vital future for the Canal. The Manager of Natural Resources and Stewardship is also responsible for stewarding a conservation easement that protects 45 miles of the 71-mile corridor. This includes working with Conservancy leadership and landowner(s) to complete annual monitoring, lead easement enforcement, review projects and address all stewardship inquiries and issues. Application closes April 18th. Learn more or apply HERE.
Rio Grande Farm Park is seeking to hire a director. The RGFP Director is responsible for the day-to-day management of programs, staff, and infrastructure at the Rio Grande Farm Park. This role ensures smooth operations, oversees community engagement efforts, and maintains the park’s farming, education, and volunteer initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for land stewardship, community organizing, and program management. Please send a letter of interest and resume to opportunity.slvlocalfoods@gmail.com by April 18th. 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
Denver Water is seeking interns for the following positions:
WQ&T Filter Analysis Summer Intern
Water Quality and Treatment Energy Study Intern
Water Quality and Treatment Phytoplankton 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.