Cpw Management / Assistant Director Of Field Services - Denver, Co

Department Information

OPEN TO STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY

Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

In Addition To Offering Rewarding, Meaningful Work, We Offer

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
• Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
• Employee Wellness programs
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
• Paid life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Health Savings Accounts

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 Field Services Branch of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is responsible for providing and/or overseeing the delivery of law enforcement and recreational programs, services, and trained field operations staff necessary to protect and preserve the State’s wildlife and parks resources, and the public using effective management tools including enforcing laws, rules, and regulations.

Description of Job

Specific Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

The Assistant Director for Field Services is a member of the Division Leadership Team and is the top level administrator/manager over the operations, programs, projects, staff, and fiscal resources of a major organizational unit of the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife, the Field Services Branch.

• Sets work goals and objectives.
• Oversees the statewide registrations program for boats, snowmobiles and OHVs.Selects and/or directs the selection of CPW officer trainees, develops and provides field enforcement staff with necessary ongoing training, equipment and supplies.
• Participates in strategy and the development, implementation of division-wide policy initiatives including organizational structure, mission and goals, organizational policy and procedure, resource acquisition and allocation, program development and revision, regulatory framework and similar initiatives.
• Directs the State Trails Program to deliver sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities on lands statewide.
• Develops and oversees branch, section and individual work plans and assignments.
• Prepares or directs the preparation and evaluation of branch directives, guidelines and standards.
• Coaches and develops individual employee’s strengths and develops a succession plan for the branch.
• Serves as a member of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Leadership Team.
• Manages the Field Services Branch of Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
• Reviews individual and work unit achievements on a regular and ongoing basis, formally evaluates work performance, and if necessary issues corrective and/or disciplinary actions.
• Uses principles of diversity, equity and inclusion to inform all statewide strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Decides which complex investigations of suspected criminal activities are conducted.
• Supervises, directly and indirectly, all Field Services staff.
• Directs the programs, activities, staff and fiscal resources allocated to the branch necessary to achieve branch, division, and departmental goals and objectives including strategic plans and priorities.
• Oversees all branch related databases, including law enforcement record management systems, training records, radio inventory and state fleet management vehicle inventory.
• Selects and/or directs the selection of CPW officer trainees, develops and provides field enforcement staff with necessary ongoing training, equipment and supplies.Oversees the Boating Safety program for both flatwater and swiftwater.
• Directs the management of the Backcountry Search and Rescue program and develops and maintains working relationships with county sheriffs and BSAR organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

At least six years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, which must include at least two years of experience with public or business administration, establishing goals and objectives, as well as developing and managing a budget to achieve program goals and objectives AND a t least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.

Substitutions

• Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required general experience on a year-for-year basis, but not the two years of specific experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former State experience relevant to this position
• Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience
• High level of written and oral communications
• Professional level writing, research and communication development skills

Required Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written skills with an understanding of legal and regulatory concepts and language
• Colorado POST certification

Conditions of Employment

• State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
• Travel is required to meet the needs of the position and attend conferences and events.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State 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 ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) 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 (303) 866-3300; 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

• Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.
• 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 .
• This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.
• 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.
• All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive 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, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at [email protected].

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 an accommodation, please contact Anna Kargobai-Murray at [email protected] 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 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.