Director Of The Colorado Water Conservation Board - Non-Classified

Department Information

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

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

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

COLORADO WATER CONSERVATION BOARD

The Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) is a Division within the Colorado Department of Natural Resources and operates under specific state statutes, court decrees and interstate compacts. The mission is to serve the needs of the public and to preserve, protect, develop, and maximize the beneficial use of the State’s present and future water supplies.

The CWCB exists to: conserve the waters of the State for wise and efficient beneficial uses; develop the waters of the state to fully utilize State compact entitlements; ensure that Colorado has an adequate water supply for our citizens and the environment; protect the waters of the State for maximum beneficial use without waste, including consumptive and non-consumptive purposes; and manage the waters of the State in situations of extreme weather conditions - both for floods and droughts.

Description of Job

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

The CWCB director is a statewide leader in the conservation, development and utilization of the state's water resources. The Director carries out the policies and directives of the CWCB Board and works closely with Colorado's water community as well as the Executive Director of the Department of Natural Resources, the State Engineer, the General Assembly, and the Governor to address Colorado's current and future water needs.

This is a non-classified Senior Executive Service position supervised by the Executive Director of the Department of Natural Resources and is the Appointing Authority for all CWCB personnel matters, including oversight and supervision of staff through managers.

The CWCB Director is responsible for overseeing the Board’s major programs:

• Flood mitigation
• Water supply planning and finance
• Stream and lake protection
• Water conservation and drought planning
• Watershed protection and stream restoration
• Water information
• Interstate water planning and negotiating

The Director also plays a key leadership role in the implementation of Colorado'sWater Plan (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cowaterplan). Colorado's Water Plan is the state's framework for implementing solutions to Colorado's long-term water challenges. It guides decision-making among Colorado's diverse water community and sets forth the measurable objectives, goals, and critical actions needed to ensure this valuable resource is protected and available for generations to come.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in water resource management; natural resource policy, environmental science, engineering, planning, conservation; public administration; engineering; economics; political science; or in a field of study directly related to the assignment:

AND

• Two (2) years managing a large, multiple-level organization through subordinate level staff: and
• Two (2) years of professional public or business administration which included establishing organizational structure, developing strategic work plans, budget development and control, setting goals and objectives to achieve program results.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the legal, engineering, economic or political aspects of water resources management. The experience must have included the following:

Substitutions

• A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in water resource management; natural resource policy, planning, conservation; public administration; engineering; economics; political science; or in a field of study directly related to the assignment may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and one or two years respectively of the general experience, but not for the specific required professional experience as outlined above.
• Professional experience which provided the same kind, amount of and level of knowledge acquired in the education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor's degree, but not for the specific required professional experience as outlined above.

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

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion best practices
• At least 4 years of experience as a second-level supervisor/manager, providing leadership and direction, establishing budgets, strategies, goals and objectives, and leading multiple staff units
• Demonstrated experience in network building, working with diverse stakeholders while navigating issues related to water conservation, supply, planning, or water resources
• Demonstrated experience engaging with elected officials on state and federal legislation
• Demonstrated public speaking experience
• At least 6 years of progressive responsibility in a field related to water resources, water policy, or water administration
• Current or former State experience relevant to this position

Required Competencies

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following competencies and experience:

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other decision makers
• Proven experience in policy analysis, development and implementation
• Ability to plan, develop and implement strategies, projects, and programs
• Ability to establish and implement goals, objectives, and policies
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to identify priorities
• Proven experience in developing effective solutions
• Ability to coordinate needs of stakeholders despite competing requirements, priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work in a complex political environment
• Ability to problem-solve and execute decisions
• Ability to implement equity, diversity and inclusion in an organizational mission
• Proven experience in managing, motivating, and providing leadership to a diverse staff
• Proven experience in accomplishing goals and objectives
• Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills

Conditions Of Employment

• Must be willing and able to travel overnight within Colorado several times per month.
• 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).
• Must obtain or possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle.
• Must be willing and able to travel out of state overnight several times per year.

This position is exempt from the classified personnel system as it falls under the exemption provisions of article XII, section 13(2)(a)(XI) and (XII) of the constitution and

• 24-50-135(4), C.R.S. The position is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system and is an at-will position. Supplemental Information

The Assessment Process

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

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

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. 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. Helpful hints: If you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and close the document before you attempt to upload it.