Job Announcements Early January

Colorado Department of Natural Resources has a position open for a Decision Support Systems Specialist - Colorado Water Conservation Board. This position is in the Interstate, Federal & Water Information Section of the CWCB which exists to protect Colorado's decree and compact entitlements and to conduct all studies, analyses, and investigations pertaining to Interstate Compacts and negotiations on the Colorado and Arkansas River, the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Program, the Endangered Fish Recovery Programs in the Upper Colorado River and San Juan River Basins, and other miscellaneous water resources. This includes researching and identifying all current uses of water, future projected uses of water, development and evaluation of complex water management models, and understanding the risks associated with all of these elements. Applications accepted until Janurary 2nd, 2018 at 5pmClick HERE for more details and to apply. 

Sustainability Coordinator needed at School of Mines. Application deadline is January 5th, 2018. This entry-level position is responsible for developing sustainability-related policies, standards, and guidelines. Provides close collaboration with the entire campus community, overall management of the sustainability office, including student staffing, consultant oversight, volunteers, and committees. Acts as the primary representative and expert for internal and external relations in the area of institutional sustainability. Develops and maintains sustainable master plan while working closely with the entire campus community to translate and facilitate environmental sustainability into policies, practices and curriculum activities. The Coordinator will work closely with the university’s administration, students, faculty, staff, alumni, as well as city/county and state agencies. Learn more and apply HERE.

Pawnee Buttes Seed, Inc., specialists in seed for pasture, reclamation, turf, and conservation for over 20 years is seeking applications for the position of  Marketing/Advertising Coordinator.  Duties include: develop and execute seasonal advertising campaigns, design and write print, radio and digital advertisements, coordinate and implement organization’s social media strategy, maintain and update marketing and advertising budget as needed, create and update all email marketing including monthly e-newsletter, event emails and other marketing emails, maintain all promotional materials and assist with planning and coordination for special events/activities. Applicants should send their resumes to: pat@pawneebuttesseed.com and for the subject line, Marketing/Advertising Coordinator.

Colorado State University seeks a Research Associate who will coordinate the farming operations at the Western Colorado Research Center in Fruita, CO. Application deadline is January 8th, 2018. Details HERE

The Colorado Water Conservation Board has an opening for a Physical Science Researcher/ Scientist III in the Water Supply Planning Section. Application deadline is January 8th, 2018. Find more details HERE

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics seeks two dynamic, tech-savvy, extroverted teams of educators (only teams of two are accepted as applicants) for regional Subaru/Leave No Trace Traveling Trainer positions. Contract period runs April 2018 through March 2019. As Traveling Trainers, teams live on the road, camp more than 250 nights a year, and deliver Leave No Trace programs to children and adults of all experience levels and ages. Teams create videos, social media content, weekly blogs, and detailed program reporting. The majority of this work is with first-time visitors in front country settings. Teams will be hired for one of two regions, but will work and travel outside of that region as needed by the Center. Teams are outfitted with a Subaru vehicle, basic equipment and supplies necessary for teaching and camping, and technology for communication needs. Application deadline January 8th, 2018.  Find more information HERE.

The Boulder County Youth Corps has an opening for a Field Coordinator to assist with planning, oversight and evaluation of the County’s popular teen employment program for the 2018 season.  The Field Coordinator primarily works with Project Sponsors to provide well-planned work projects that meet program expectations. This is a full-time 6-month term position with full benefits starting February 26 and working through August 24.  Applications will be taken through January 16.  Click HERE for more information and to apply.

The City of Greeley has openings for three new positions in its Forestry, Natural Areas and Trails program, Forestry Crew Supervisor, Natural Areas and Trails Supervisor and Natural Areas and Trails Maintenance Tech I. Find more information HERE.

The Middle Colorado Watershed Council is hiring a part-time, contract Community Outreach Coordinator.  The non-profit, based out of Rifle, CO, consists of a broad partnership of interested individuals and entities living and working in the watershed that provide leadership in watershed planning, management, and stewardship.  The Community Outreach and Education Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to help implement elements of the 2016 Watershed Plan.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. More information on this position and how to apply can be found HERE.

The City of Longmont is seeking a Temporary Sustainability Coordinator. Under the direction of the Environmental Services Manager, plan, organize and coordinate the City’s implementation of sustainability concepts and methods. Areas of focus include environmental quality, energy and water conservation, renewable energy, green building, low impact development, recycling and reuse, pollution prevention, economic vitality and community well-being.  The position requires coordination with and providing direction to administrative, professional, and technical positions in various City departments. This position will be open until filledHERE is more information.

Eagle Valley Land Trust (EVLT) is hiring a Communications and Fundraising Coordinator. The mission of the EVLT is to protect forever the lands we love, to preserve our heritage, scenic beauty, recreational opportunities, and wildlife habitats, and to build a permanent legacy for future generations. General Job Description: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Coordinator drafts and conveys all communications and coordinates several fundraising activities of the organization. The Coordinator will take on increased public relations responsibility over time. Since EVLT is a small organization, all employees are expected to work together as a team and shall be responsible for administrative tasks necessary for the day-to-day business of the land trust. The position will be open until filled. Click  HERE to learn more.