State Land Board Stewardship Trust Manager (PSRS III)
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State Land Board Stewardship Trust Manager (PSRS III)
Salary
$86,376.00 - $94,800.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
PCA 00071 06/2025
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Colorado State Land Board
Opening Date
08/25/2025
Closing Date
9/4/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1127 Sherman Street, Denver, CO 80203
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 Gerity patrick.gerity@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.
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.
Are you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference? 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, Vision and Dental plans
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA (https://copera.org/welcome-pera-members/new-members) Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee Wellness programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
11 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://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs)
For more detailed information, please visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
What is the State Land Board?
The Colorado State Board of Land Commissioners manages Colorado's state trust land assets. The agency's mission is to earn reasonable and consistent income over time by managing the assets in a manner that preserves the long-term productivity and value of the land, minerals, and improvements. The Sustainability and Working Lands Section is responsible for planning and managing all of the revenue generated from surface uses of the agency except renewable energy. The Stewardship and Ecosystems Section is responsible for all activity associated with the Stewardship Trust, general stewardship of all state trust land, the biodiversity program, and the ecosystem services line-of-business.
Description of Job
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
The Position is responsible for managing state trust land designated into the agency's 300,000-acre Stewardship Trust program, a portfolio of over 100 state trust land properties with important natural values including high priority wildlife habitat, rare plants and plant communities, riparian and wetland areas, beauty, open space of statewide significance, and cultural resources. Responsibilities include managing the designation of state trust land into and out of the Stewardship Trust, administering associated property records, preparing management plans, conducting public notification, and completing property inspections including the scientific assessment and evaluation of the natural values, flora and fauna, and ecological and functional condition of the various ecosystems. The position prepares site inspection reports, makes scientific conclusions from property evaluations, and makes recommendations on property management to achieve improved stewardship outcomes. The position also presents results and recommendations to the Stewardship and Ecosystem Services Program Manager, the Asst. Director for Sustainability and Working Lands, and the State Board of Land Commissioners.
The Position also contributes to Stewardship Team projects and agency wide initiatives as needed to support overall Strategic Plan goals of the State Land Board.
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:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in land stewardship or management, natural resource management, ecological restoration, plant ecology, wildlife biology, or related field.
OR -
Education and Experience:
A combination of education and relevant experience equal to eight (8) years in natural resources and/or land management, wetlands and riparian management, restoration, pollinator habitat enhancement, wildlife management and/or ecology. Acceptable degrees include Bachelor's and/or Master's degrees in biology, restoration ecology, natural resources management, wildlife, environmental studies, or similar field of study.
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 State experience relevant to this position
Three (3) years of experience in stewardship and/or natural resources work addressing the conditions and functions of the ecosystems found in Colorado.
A working knowledge of, and ability to identify, the flora and fauna of Colorado.
Three (3) years of experience in the planning and implementation of restoration and mitigation projects for disturbed or degraded landscapes.
Two (2) years of experience working with a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to enhance and restore degraded sites and ecosystems including wetlands, streams, and wildlife habitat.
Knowledge of federal and state policies and programs related to the federal Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, wetlands and streams, the Colorado State Wildlife Action Plan, Colorado Parks & Wildlife high priority habitat, Colorado Natural Heritage Program, etc.
Experience with GIS (ArcPro), field data collection using handheld devices, and use of GIS data to evaluate sites and projects and prepare management plans and reports.
Experience in grant writing and in managing a grant including documenting outcomes and reporting results.
Experience with photographic documentation of landscape features and conditions.
Good written and oral communication with the ability to convey information to others effectively and efficiently.
Ability to work independently, yet also as a team player, proactively helps others.
Confidence working alone in the outdoors, ability to navigate to and around remote properties.
Comfortable driving on two track roads, ranch roads, and 4WD roads.
Project management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Customer-service mindset, respectful, helpful.
Proactive, takes initiative, self-motivated.
Possesses good problem-solving skills, seeks to understand alternatives, employs logic and good judgment.
Self-confident and self-aware.
Great work ethic: results oriented, disciplined, conscientious, thorough, and diligent.
Honest, trustworthy, dependable.
Enthusiastic, energetic, optimistic, positive attitude.
Organized and professional.
Adaptable and open to change.
Conditions of Employment:
Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
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 be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DNR does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
A current and valid Driver's license is required for operating a state vehicle and travel is anticipated.
Must be willing and able to occasionally exert up to 20 lbs. of force to move objects
Willingness to travel across Colorado to:
Independently conduct property inspections and monitoring of natural values on foot or occasionally using OHVs. In some cases, properties are very rugged and difficult to access.
Attend meetings in other state offices and group meetings held around the state.
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.
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, at 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 accommodation, please contact our Benefits Specialist at dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us 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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/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.
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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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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No
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If you are a veteran who is eligible for preference points, did you upload/attach your DD-214? Veterans who wish to seek disability preference points based on a service related disability must submit acceptable documentation to support your claim for veterans' preference (exclude specific/private medical information).
Yes
No
Not Applicable
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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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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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In order to comply with the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, are you prevented from being employed in the United States because of your Visa or Immigration Status?
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No
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If you are using education to meet or substitute for qualifications, did you upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcript? (Your transcript is required as verification that you meet the requirements).
Yes, I have attached my transcripts.
No, I am not using college course work to meet minimum requirements for this position.
Not Applicable
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Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application?
Yes
No
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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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You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. DNR does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
I accept and understand.
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Layering land uses on a given parcel can create conflict between users and land managers. Please describe your professional experience in dealing with conflict resolution. Please include specifics about how you deal with conflicts with people that you are working with AND how you deal with conflicts with a client or customer, or between customers. How do you best resolve these issues? Statements such as "see application" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.
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Please describe how your experience meets any of the preferred qualifications listed. Statements such as "See application" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.
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Please describe your professional experience in evaluating, managing, and enhancing natural resources in Colorado specifically, if applicable, or in other landscapes. Please include management practices employed and degree of experience (years, etc.). Statements such as "See Application" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.
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Please describe a work experience where you are working to achieve multiple objectives simultaneously and/or you are also required to support colleagues in their work.. How do you manage workloads and competing demands on your time?
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This position requires driving a State vehicle, do you have a valid driver's license issued in the United States?
Yes
No
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