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TEMPORARY Policy and Planning Associate – Hybrid

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TEMPORARY Policy and Planning Associate – Hybrid

Salary

$26.00 Hourly

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

2026TEMP- PMA016

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Colorado Parks & Wildlife

Opening Date

12/19/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

Hybrid; 2 days per week at 6060 Broadway Denver, CO 80216

Hiring Pay Rate

26

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

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 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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THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION ( 9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $26.00 PER HOUR

EMPLOYEE STARTS 3/01/2026 THROUGH 11/30/2025. (Starting date is negotiable)

Hybrid; 2 days per week at 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO, 80216

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 ) 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. )

Description of Job

CPW's Policy and Planning section supports development of parks, wildlife, and outdoor recreation policies and plans.

The Policy and Planning section is seeking a temporary Policy and Planning Associate to help with a variety of high priority planning, policy, research, and public involvement projects.

This temporary, entry-level position is full-time (40 hrs/week) for up to nine months.

Primary Duties Include

• Assisting with both public and internal meeting planning and logistics, including taking meeting minutes.
• Analyzing and summarizing public feedback, survey results and, comment forms.
• Supporting visitor use and experience surveys at state parks; including overnight travel to state parks across the state.
• Administrative tasks, Zoom support and other day-to-day tasks to support public involvement, policy and planning activities, and internal staff processes.
• Conducting internet research, drafting and editing documents, memos, or presentations related to a wide variety of park, wildlife, outdoor recreation, natural resource and/or community engagement issues. Preparing and modifying information for a wide variety of stakeholder audiences.
• Supporting agency staff in data collection, entry, and analysis efforts. Data collection may take place in the field or online.
• Position may require occasional overnight travel.

Basic Requirements
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in Environmental Science/Studies, Communications, Community Engagement, Parks Administration, Natural Resource Policy, Conservation Leadership, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Resources, Wildlife/Biology or a related field, with experience and interest in parks, wildlife, outdoor recreation and/or community engagement professions. Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suites and internet research is required. Candidates should also be well organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated and have excellent communication skills (oral and written). They should also be able to work independently as well as collaboratively, multi-task effectively and possess an overall positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement/outreach efforts
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness and desire to learn
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn various web applications and digital tools
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to balance multiple projects at once
• Demonstrates passion and interest in related subject areas
• Experience in data collection and analysis
• Experience conducting research and summarizing it into easy-to-read reports

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 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

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 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.

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The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify ) in accordance with the program's Right to Work ) 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-) 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 , Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

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Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work experience?

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Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife and this position in particular:

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Please describe how your experiences and perspectives translate to your ability to successfully perform the job functions identified in this position.

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Please describe any experience you have with engaging with people from different communities and backgrounds.

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Please describe your experience managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

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This is a full-time, entry-level TEMPORARY position starting at $26.00 per hour with approximately 40 hours of work per week extending from approximately 03/01/ /01/2026, with occasional evenings, weekend events and travel required.

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