Posting Detail Information

Working TitleNatural Resources Planning Specialist - Fort Collins, CO

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202401316AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$58,000-63,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/19/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU . CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and other CSU departments to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, please visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Position Summary

A Natural Resources Planning Specialist position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands ( CEMML ). This position is located at Colorado State University’s ( CSU ) main campus in Fort Collins, Colorado, but telework arrangements will be considered. This position will provide essential document review and production support on a growing team of specialists in ecology, biology, environmental compliance, and environmental document production.

The Natural Resources Planning Specialist will provide technical assistance for the development and review of regulatory compliance documents, including Integrated Natural Resources Management Plans (INRMPs), National Environmental Policy Act analyses, wetland reports, biological assessments, fieldwork reports, and other natural resources-related documents. A main component of this position is to collaborate with Air Force natural resource managers for continual maintenance and improvements to INRMPs. Therefore, an understanding of natural resource management on military lands is required. An additional focus will be to review regulation-reporting documents, natural resources studies and surveys, and climate change reports and integrate relevant information into INRMPs. As such, excellent scientific synthesis, writing, and communication skills are required. The Specialist also will assist Subject Matter Experts with researching and compiling information for the review of goals, objectives, and projects in INRMPs and collaboratively develop recommendations that are both scientifically sound and guided by a regulatory or mission driver. The Specialist will assist with all facets of document production (e.g., writing, editing, formatting).

Work location is dependent on the needs of the partner/project/role. In some instances, positions may require staff to be fully in-person. In other instances, hybrid or remote arrangements may be possible.

Required Job Qualifications

• M.S. in Environmental Policy, Ecology, Biology, or a different natural resources-related field OR a B.S. in one of those fields plus at least three years of professional experience.

• Experience preparing or reviewing compliance documents (e.g., Sikes Act, Clean Water Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered Species Act).

• Experience preparing or reviewing natural resources planning documents.

• Knowledge of natural resource-related Department of Defense Instructions (DoDI) and Air Force Manuals ( AFMAN ) (e.g. DoDI 4715.03, AFMAN 32-7003).

• Demonstrated knowledge of natural resource-related topics (e.g., hydrology, ecology, geology)

• Experience summarizing scientific information for clients and/or the public.

• Excellent writing and editing skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

• Proficiency with ArcGIS.

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• At least two years of experience with natural resource management on military lands.

• Professional experience reviewing and updating INRMPs

• Expertise in one or more specific components of natural resource management on military lands (e.g., fish and wildlife management, conservation law enforcement, wetland protection, forest management, integrated pest management, coastal zone and marine resources management)

• Professional experience reviewing climate change models and assessments and developing adaptive strategies for mitigating the impacts of climate change.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryData collection, entry management and analysis

Duty/Responsibility

Collect, store, manage, analyze and summarize natural resources data and information into spatial and aspatial databases and in reports.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryDocument production

Duty/Responsibility

Assist with creation of and updates to Integrated Natural Resources Management Plans, climate change summary documents, and other natural-resources related documents.

Percentage Of Time70

Job Duty CategorySupervise

Duty/Responsibility

Assign timelines and supervise the progress made towards achieving project goals. Review the work of others and finalize content to be inserted into documents.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than August 19th, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

1. Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.

2. Resume

3. References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

   CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal backgro

Search ContactSara Galbraith, Sara.Galbraith@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents