TEMPORARY Colorado Natural Areas Program Field Technician - Denver
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TEMPORARY Colorado Natural Areas Program Field Technician - Denver
Salary
$20.00 - $23.00 Hourly
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Temporary (9 months or less)
Job Number
2026TEMP- PMA018
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Opening Date
01/02/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
6060 Broadway Ave, Denver, Colorado
Hiring Pay Rate
20-23
Department Contact Information
dnrhremployeetransactions@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
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.
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Benefits
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Department Information
THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $20.00- $23.00 PER HOUR
EMPLOYMENT STARTS 03/24/2026 or upon hiring.
To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early.
The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)
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. Colorado Parks and Wildlife. (http://cpw.state.co.us/)
Description of Job
DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is hiring a temporary position within the Colorado Natural Areas Program (CNAP). CNAP is a statewide conservation program focused on the recognition and protection of areas with significant natural features including rare plants, plant communities, wildlife, invertebrates, geologic features, and fossils. The program has a small staff, but a large volunteer program of 50+ volunteer stewards, as well as a seven member Governor-appointed advisory council. More information about CNAP can be found here:https://cpw.state.co.us/colorado-natural-areas-program
The Natural Areas Field Technician will be responsible for:
Assisting with the monitoring of state natural areas across Colorado, including collecting biological data, identification of flora and fauna, evaluating natural community health, etc.
Creating and updating GIS maps of state natural areas
Assisting staff with coordination and planning for natural area monitoring visits
Conducting quantitative and qualitative monitoring of rare plants, including threatened and endangered species
Writing technical field reports and disseminating information to landowners and partners
Assisting with management of the volunteer steward program, including coordination, processing volunteer field reports, and writing volunteer newsletters
Assisting with program outreach, quarterly Colorado Natural Areas Council meetings, and other various tasks as needed
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a current & valid driver's license required for operating a state vehicle
Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week
Must be available to work varied shifts
Must be available to travel statewide for multiple consecutive days, generally for 50% of the time during field season (May - September)
Must be able to work outdoors under variable weather conditions, hike over rough terrain, and must be willing to camp for multiple nights in remote areas of the state
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google App Suite
Must be able to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
An ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge of Colorado's flora, fauna, and ecological systems
Proficiency with identification of Colorado's flora, fauna, and/or other natural features, including identification using dichotomous keys
Bachelor's degree in natural resources, ecology, botany, rangeland science, or other closely related field (or at least three years of closely related work experience)
Experience with backcountry travel and navigation and driving 4WD vehicles over rough, uneven terrain
Experience conducting biological field-based monitoring
Proficient in ESRI GIS applications including ArcPro, ArcGIS Online and Field Maps
Strong scientific and technical writing skills
Ability to work effectively with limited supervision and within a team
Excellent organization, time-management, collaboration, and communication skills
Ability to work with a variety of people including volunteers, landowners, and conservation partners
Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:
Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
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 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.
This recruitment may be used to fill more than one vacancy at this level and reporting location.
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 State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
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.
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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Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work experience?
Yes
No
02
Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife:
03
Do you currently possess and are able to maintain a valid driver's license:
Yes
No
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Please select which areas of experience your work history includes:
Biological field monitoring
Identification of plants, wildlife, and/or invertebrates
ESRI applications including ArcPro and/or Field Maps
Volunteer management
Backcountry travel and off-trail navigation
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
Google Application Suite (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, etc.)
05
Please describe how your work experience translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions:
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This position requires frequent statewide travel and hiking and camping in remote locations. Please briefly describe previous work experience and comfort level in regards to the above. Please also state whether or not you are able to commit to frequent statewide travel (50% of time during field season of May- September) if offered the position.
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Please provide a minimum of three references including name, email, phone number, and relationship to the applicant.
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