The Yampa-White-Green Basin Roundtable has two roundtable seats up for application. Environmental At-Large: one member representing environmental interests and selected from nominees submitted by one or more regionally, state-wide or nationally recognized environmental conservation organizations that have operated in Colorado for at least 5 years. Voting member. Industrial At-Large: one member representing industrial interests. Voting member. A letter of interest as to why you qualify is required. Return Completed Form and letter of interest to Kristin Skowronski at admin@yampawhitegreen.com. Application and letter of interest are due August 30, 2024. Applicants will be voted on at the September 11, 2024 Roundtable meeting. Learn more HERE.
The South Platte Basin Roundtable is hiring a Recorder. The Roundtable Recorder (recorder) is a CWCB-contracted role that helps support the basin roundtables and the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) with holding a basin roundtable's regular roundtable meetings and maintaining compliance with the Colorado Open Meeting Laws (COML), DNR Handbook and the CWCB Guide. This work generally includes coordinating with/supporting the roundtable chair on agendas, taking meeting minutes (using the meeting minute template), posting documents (e.g. agendas; minutes) online, managing Zoom/webinars, website support, coordinating with the roundtable chair, etc. Additional detail is provided below. The recorder must be able to contract with the state to obtain a purchase order (PO) and agree to comply with state requirements including regular communication with CWCB. Learn more HERE. If you are interested in applying, contact Sean Chambers, SPBRT Chair, at sean.chambers@greeleygov.com.
Groundwork Denver is looking to hire an Executive Director. Reports to the Groundwork Denver Board of Directors and supervises the Associate Director, Finance Manager, Development Director, and HR/Office Manager, the Executive Director develops and implements the organization’s strategic direction, works hands-on with staff and Board members to align new strategies with all aspects of the organization’s program, fundraising, and administrative activities. Learn more HERE.
Water Education Colorado is seeking a Membership and Development Manager. Ideal candidates share our passion and commitment to the future of water, recognizing the value of our policy-neutral approach to building a water-aware Colorado and informing decision making and civic engagement at all levels. They are gifted at communicating organizational vision and impact, and have a successful track record in raising funds from diverse revenue sources. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but priority consideration will be given to applications received by August 1.
Water Education Colorado is seeking their next leader to shepherd the organization into its next phase. The Executive Director is responsible for strategic direction and overall leadership of the organization. They will serve as the public face of the organization and work to collaboratively advance WEco’s mission: to ensure Coloradans are informed on water issues and equipped to make decisions that guide our state to a sustainable water future. The Executive Director will guide all programs and lead all fundraising activities. Learn more and apply today.
Middle Colorado Watershed Council (MCWC) seeks an Executive Director – an enthusiastic, creative, independent leader to build on our success and grow their organization as a full-time salaried employee position. MCWC was initially organized by a group of visionary community leaders as an informal partnership in 2009 and formalized as a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization in 2013. Our mission is to evaluate, protect and enhance the health of the middle Colorado River watershed through the cooperative efforts of watershed stakeholders. Learn more and apply.
Middle Colorado Watershed Council (MCWC) is seeking a full-time Project Manager to work in coordination with the Executive Director on Integrated Water Management Plan (IWMP) projects, River Watch activities, and River Stop management. Learn more and apply.
The Colorado River District is hiring a Geotechnical and Dam Safety Engineer to perform technical, project management, advocacy, and engineering work in close coordination with and under the general direction of the Director of Asset Management/Chief Engineer. This position includes analyzing, interpreting, and managing dam embankment instrumentation data and ensuring the integrity and safety of dam structures through diligent monitoring and technical studies. The role involves project management responsibilities, coordinating with consultants and contractors to complete dam, reservoir, recreation area, and mitigation area-related projects. This position is based out of Glenwood Springs near the confluence of the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers.
The City of Greeley is seeking a Deputy Director for Water Resources. The Deputy Director for Water Resources is responsible for both ongoing water resource programs and implementation of the Integrated Water Resources Plan, protection of Greeley Water Rights and leading strategic water resources initiatives. Ongoing source water management and operations, water resource administration and state reporting, conservation programs, non-potable raw water system operations, dich company relations, regional water resource stake holding, Colorado River monitoring, and watershed health are all under the direction of the Water Resources Deputy Director.
Northern Water is seeking a Water Efficiency Planner to promote water efficiency, implement sustainable water management and expand our outreach and impact. This individual will assist with developing and implementing conservation services that maximize the value of water used in residential, commercial and municipal settings. Focus areas include various end uses of water, cost-benefit analyses, landscapes, water loss and water smart development. Tasks involve coordinating stakeholder groups, outreach and program monitoring. The Water Efficiency Planner will research and report on local, regional, statewide and national water efficiency policy, laws, regulations and programs.
Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (Caee) eeCorps program is now recruiting for AmeriCorps positions to start this September. Throughout their service, members focus on increasing environmental literacy for PreK-12 students and implementing the goals of the Colorado Environmental Education Plan through field trips, in-school and outreach programs, overnight backpacking and camping trips, skiing and biking instruction, summer camps, and so much more. During their terms, members receive a living allowance and ample opportunities for professional development and networking within the EE community and earn an education award upon successful completion of their service.
Little Thompson Water District is seeking a Civil Engineer I. Under the supervision of the District Engineer, responsible for the review of proposed developments and the associated water system infrastructure improvements required for providing water service within the District service boundaries, including the preparation of water service commitment documents as necessary. Additional responsibilities include the planning, designing and construction oversight of water system facilities including capital improvement and maintenance projects. Work can include system hydraulic analysis, facility design, system mapping, CAD document preparation, specifications development and other related work as assigned. Learn more HERE.
Join the City of Durango as a Backflow Administrator and help protect the sustainability of our water systems. In this role, you will perform both routine and technical work, ensuring compliance with state and local ordinances through proactive outreach, education, and enforcement. Learn more HERE.
The Yampa Valley Sustainability Council is hiring a Resilient Water Program Manager, who will be a key member of the Resilient Land and Water Priority Area at YVSC, reporting to the Resilient Land and Water Director and working collaboratively with a range of program staff to support, establish, manage, monitor and report on the science-driven and community-engaged initiatives. The Resilient Water Program Manager sits at the interface of science and community action, and strives to connect relevant research and data with increased public understanding of how water in the West is changing due to climate change and what we can do about it. Learn more HERE.
Trout Unlimited seeks to hire a Project Manager/Senior Project Manager, who is a self-motivated and competent person to identify, plan, and implement projects to benefit aquatic resources and native and wild fish populations in the headwaters of the Colorado River. Approximately 60% of the position will support post-fire watershed restoration efforts in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. The position will also develop and implement other projects in the Colorado headwaters including removal of fish barriers, irrigation improvements, water rights transactions, water conservation efforts, stream restoration, and other cooperative measures that protect or restore fish habitat. Learn more HERE.
Colorado West Land Trust is seeking to hire an Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant advances the mission of Colorado West Land Trust by providing critical administrative support to facilitate the efficient operation of the organization. This position will provide broad administrative support under the direction of a single supervisor. Learn more or apply HERE.
The Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust (RiGHT), located in Del Norte, Colorado, seeks a Director or Manager of Development and Outreach. This position is responsible for both the management of RiGHT’s fundraising plan, event management, and individual donor program, as well as working with the Executive Director to ensure communications, fundraising activities, and calendar are strategically aligned with the goals of the organization. Application closes September 30th. Learn more or apply HERE.
