CAIC Information & Technology Coordinator Geospatial Data Specialist (Data Management II) Hybrid
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CAIC Information & Technology Coordinator Geospatial Data Specialist (Data Management II) Hybrid
Salary
$49,848.00 - $66,108.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
PAA CAIC 00627 04/2025
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Executive Director's Office
Opening Date
04/23/2025
Closing Date
5/6/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Hiring Pay Rate
Employees new to State Government will be paid on a bi-weekly basis.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Patrick Warnes patrick.warnes@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Primary Physical Work Address
This is a Hybrid position - Work is primarily performed from a home office, however the selected candidate will at times report to the office at 1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO, CAIC's office in Leadville, CO, or other locations for meetings, trainings and projects as directed by the supervisor.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
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:
Medical and Dental plans
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee Wellness programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
10 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch) .
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) (https://avalanche.state.co.us/about-us) is a program within the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, Executive Director's Office. The program is a partnership between the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Department of Transportation (CDOT), and the Friends of the CAIC (FoCAIC) a 501c3 group. The mission of the CAIC is to provide avalanche information, education and promote research for the protection of life, property and the enhancement of the state's economy. The CAIC promotes avalanche safety by reducing the impact of avalanches on recreation, industry and transportation in the State through a program of forecasting and education.
Description of Job
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
This position exists to support information and data systems at the Avalanche Information Center. This work includes three main functions:
Support the CAIC data systems: Monitor CAIC database systems including MySQL and PostgreSQL platforms. Support forecast staff with data entry, quality control, and data requests. Use geographic information systems (GIS) to review, analyze, and visualize geospatial data. Compile data requests from the public and outside groups to be reviewed by senior staff. Work with CAIC staff to manage and support operational, archive, and metadata assets.
Support the CAIC's web and mobile applications: Work with CAIC staff to support quality assurance (QA) testing of internal and external systems. Maintain an understanding of these systems to facilitate function testing of specific portions of web and mobile platforms. Support CAIC staff that are participating in QA processes. Support administrative staff as they draft work plans and contracting documents. Support third-party contractors who are building new components to existing applications. Work with CAIC technical group to support industry partners, academic groups that support avalanche safety in Colorado.
Small project development: Work with technology and forecast staff to refine needs and develop project plans. Use GIS tools and other-off- the shelf platforms to support CAIC operations and research programs.
Support the CAIC's computer and data systems:
Support CAIC Program Assistant to manage the group's office and field computing equipment.
Support CAIC technical staff to manage and support operational and archive data systems.
Use Structured Query Language platforms to review data entries and draft data requests.
Use GIS tools to answer data questions and create data visualizations.
Support the CAIC's web and mobile applications :
With direction, oversee quality assurance testing of new or modified web and mobile applications.
Serve as point of contact for forecast staff participating in QA efforts.
Answer questions about function and specifications from testing protocol documents. Relay other issues to senior staff.
Understand specifications and functions well enough to facilitate QA testing.
Serve as point of contact for CAIC staff on web and mobile platform functions.
This position works with senior staff and contractors as they design, build, and install new components.
They work with CAIC technical group to support work with industry partners, academic groups, and contractors to design and implement technical solutions to support avalanche safety in Colorado.
Conduct or oversee small development efforts to get new components to work with existing systems.
Technology Development :
Work with technology and forecast staff and senior staff to develop ideas and needs that drive development with contractors.
Work with administrative staff to maintain current information in Open Projects. Use off-the-shelf platforms to investigate, analyze, and visualize CAIC data.
Other Duties Assigned:Oversee and complete small projects for the CAIC.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years
DATA MANAGEMENT II (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eUG81RVBfZGpfRFk/view?resourcekey=0-YVWu4lM2fm6hLnMUmyN_Qw)
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.
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.
Conditions of Employment
Former employees of the State of Colorado MUST have concluded employment in good standing to be eligible for rehire.
Must be willing and able to exert up to 20 lbs. of force to move objects
Must be willing and able to possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license.
Must be willing and able to submit to and pass a background check for credentialing through the Department of Commerce system in order to access CAIC's office in Boulder.
Must be willing and able to respond to unplanned system outages.
Must be willing and able to travel to CAIC facilities throughout the state.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong critical thinking skills
Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving
Strong customer service ethic
Proficient communication skills - verbal, written, and electronic
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external colleagues
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to analyze data to determine errors or inconsistencies
Ability to present results for internal communication
Experience with Drupal or WordPress
Experience with function testing of software platforms
Experience with basic computer programming - JavaScript and/or Python
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as Amazon Web Services
Experience with geographical information systems to evaluate and analyze data
Experience using spatially distributed datasets
The current work arrangement for this position is as follows:
(Please note, this arrangement can be subject to change)
This is a Hybrid position - Work is primarily performed from a home office, however the selected candidate will at times report to the office at 1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO, CAIC's office in Leadville, CO, or other locations for meetings, trainings and projects as directed by the supervisor.
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, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
Supplemental Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
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 arenotconsidered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important todocument 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.
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 dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us
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 dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.usat 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 inE-Verify (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/E-Verify\Participating\Employer.jpg) in accordance with the program'sRight to Work (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/ier_righttoworkposter-%20jpeg(1).jpg) 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 (https://www.e-verify.gov/) 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.
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: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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.
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Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application?
Yes
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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.
Yes
No
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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.
I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation).
I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.
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The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application, unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board (DPA). A residency waiver was not issued by DPA for this announcement. For more information, please see the FAQ's at: https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply. Are you a current Colorado resident?
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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:
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Tell us why you are interested in this position?
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Describe your work experience handling multiple priorities and deadlines. Describe how you stay organized and the tools you use to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
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Describe a professional achievement that you are proud of
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Describe your experience with geographical information systems. What platforms have you used? What kinds of tasks or projects did you use them for? Can you share any examples of your work?
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How do you like to communicate with your colleagues? How would you like your supervisor to communicate with you?
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What is your experience or knowledge (small or large) with avalanche safety?
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Describe an error that you identified at work. What was the task or project? What was the error? How did you identify it? How did you talk to your colleagues about it?
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Do you thrive more with lots of structure and collaboration, or independence and flexibility? What's your ideal balance? How do you stay motivated and connected in a remote environment,
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You're working remotely on a project and your supervisor is unavailable for a few days. You're unsure about one aspect of the task. What do you do, and how do you make progress?
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This position works remotely with monthly in-person staff meetings. Do you have any concerns working in a primarily virtual environment? Please describe if you have worked in this @type of environment and how you've maintained communication with your team, and meet deadline expectations.
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