CPW Area Wildlife Game Biologist (WILDLIFE MANAGER III) - Areas 1 and 5 - NE Colo, Denver

Department Information This posting is open to current and non-current residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. However, if you are selected and accept the position, you will be required to establish residence in the State of Colorado.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE

Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. The purpose of the work unit is to gather, evaluate and summarize data and observations on terrestrial wildlife and habitat resources. This work unit develops and participates in the implementation of recommendations consistent with CPW’s Strategic Plan, State Wildlife Action Plan, other pertinent federal and state planning documents, and direction provided by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission for the wise stewardship of wildlife populations and habitat in western Colorado. Description of Job This position serves within CPW’s NE Terrestrial Section as a wildlife game biologist. This position formulates recommendations and management options for the management of wildlife game species and habitats through the collection and analysis of pertinent wildlife data and observations as required by the operational and annual work plans. This position also exists to design, implement and evaluate wildlife population inventories in the assigned area. Specific tasks include the development and execution of various operational and implementation plans to manage wildlife populations and conserve/improve habitats on public and private lands. Specific Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To Wildlife Management Recommendations Formulates and presents wildlife management recommendations to CPW staff and external partners by collecting, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting biological data using a structured system of discussions, meetings and written reports. Provides support in the form of data, reports, and comments to other CPW employees. Provides biological expertise through review of internal and external plans, environmental statements and other decision documents. Recognized as a wildlife expert for the local area, both within and outside CPW. Wildlife and Habitat Inventories Develop, plan and conduct wildlife and habitat inventories to guide local wildlife and habitat management decisions. Collect and analyze data to compile reports on wildlife abundance, demographics and distribution and/or habitat quantity and quality. Maintain Wildlife Populations by minimizing or mitigating impacts Minimizes or mitigates impacts on wildlife and their habitats by providing biological expertise in the review and analysis of environmental statements, natural resource plans, and other decision documents proposed by other state, federal or local agencies, local municipalities, private companies and landowners. Collaborates with other CPW work units to accomplish agency goals and objectives. Wildlife Management and Habitat Studies Conducts or participates in wildlife and habitat management studies to gather biological data by planning studies, capturing, marking, monitoring wildlife populations and habitat, analyzing and interpreting results, completing reports, and delivering presentations. Collaborates with other CPW work units to accomplish agency goals and objectives. Wildlife Habitat Management Work with CPW Habitat Unit staff, Field Operations staff, and other CPW work units to develop habitat management programs and plans. Work with CPW procurement staff on contracts to implement habitat management plans on State Wildlife Areas, other public lands, and private lands. Wildlife Population Management Employs computer-based wildlife population models by interpretation and manipulation of data obtained from wildlife inventories, hunter harvest data, other field observations, and research results. Develop and Implement Wildlife and Habitat Management Plans Formulates management plans by compiling data, soliciting public and agency comments, negotiating options, analyzing results and writing final plans. Implements or adapts existing plans or programs to meet wildlife and habitat conservation objectives. Educate and Inform the Public Educates and informs the public on all facets of wildlife and habitat management through dissemination of wildlife information to hunters, wildlife constituents, schools, and public media including newspapers and radio/television. Other Duties As Assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of relevant experience in wildlife game and harvest management, wildlife population management, wildlife ecology and biology, and wildlife management, or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. OR A combination of related education in wildlife game management, wildlife game biology, wildlife population dynamics/ecology, or another closely related science-based or biology-based degree and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years. Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. Preferred Qualifications Current or former Colorado Parks and Wildlife work or volunteer experience. Expertise in wildlife game management. Experience managing wildlife programs and/or projects. Experience modeling wildlife population parameters. Experience analyzing wildlife space use. Knowledge of the theory and the application of game inventory and monitoring techniques. A Master's degree in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, or closely related field. Professional level writing and verbal communication skills. Required Competencies Ability to conduct sustained aerial surveys (>3-hour fuel loads) in small aircraft, including fixed-wing and rotor craft and low/no sensitivity to motion sickness. Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions. Knowledge of wildlife and game management theories, applications, and techniques. Knowledge of experimental designs and analyses used in wildlife biology and ecology. Knowledge of the biology and ecology of wildlife game species that occur in Colorado. Proficient at data collection, summary, and analyses. Able to work independently and in team settings. Strong writing skills with an understanding of legal and regulatory concepts and language. Ability to collaborate with various and diverse individuals, interest groups, and members of the public. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite Apps, R Software, and GIS Software. This role requires conducting surveys that involve transportation in helicopters and fixed-winged aircraft, therefore low sensitivity to motion sickness is mandatory to meet the needs of this role. The ability for sustained flight time (10 hours with refueling breaks) in helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft on wildlife surveys. These flights are low-level and involve banked turns and turbulence. Conditions of Employment While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date. Travel required approximately 12 nights per year. Travel to meetings and work site locations. This role requires conducting surveys that involve transportation in helicopters and fixed-winged aircraft, therefore low sensitivity to motion sickness is mandatory to meet the needs of this role. The ability for sustained flight time (10 hours with refueling breaks) in helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft on wildlife surveys. These flights are low-level and involve banked turns. Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR). Pre-employment background and driving record check may be required as conditional of offer. Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. To Be Compliant With The New Fleet Vehicle Policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) Will Be Pulled For Review For Workers Who Have an assigned State fleet vehicle Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

APPEAL RIGHTS:

It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (View email address on click.appcast.io), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed View phone number on click.appcast.io) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at View phone number on click.appcast.io; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Supplemental Information The Assessment Process All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts. Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews. This may fill more than one vacancy at the same reporting level. A salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL” of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, at View email address on click.appcast.io ADAAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at View email address on click.appcast.io at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. E-Verify DNR uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify , including your rights and responsibilities. Toll‑Free Applicant Support - Technical Help If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts. Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions since responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication. 02 Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. 03 Former State Employees Who Were Disciplinarily Terminated Or Resigned In Lieu Of Termination Must Disclose This Information On The Application. In The Space Below, Please Provide An Explanation As To Why The Prior Termination Or Resignation Should NOT Disqualify You Application From The Current Position 04 Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application? 05 Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application? 06 Part, or all, of the assessment for this position involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Please verify that you understand that the failure to include adequate information or attachments to your job application may affect your final score and/or prevent you from competing in any subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Colorado