Natural Resources Supervisor II

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range:$110000-$120000 USD Annually

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on educationexperienceand skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Oversee the development implementation and management of projects and programs to protect and preserve natural resources.Identifykey ecological stressorsdeterminemethods topreventor mitigate issues and direct the implementation of management operations.

• Formulate policies procedures plans and standards for existing and new natural resource programs.Determineprogram needs and opportunities ensuring successful implementation of stewardship projects and initiatives.

• Oversee ecological research and long-term monitoring programs ensuring data is strategically applied to guide land management decisions prioritize resource allocations and support adaptive management across teams

• Ensureaccuratemapping and classification of plant communities and habitats including implementation of baseline ecological inventories.

• Review and approve procurement of equipment tools and project materials to meet project requirements and standards.

• Lead supervise and mentor a team of natural resource professionals including other team supervisors. Foster a cohesive vision collaborative approach and positive team culture. Administer routine personnel matters conduct performance evaluations clarify roles and responsibilities andassiststaff in navigating shifting workloads.

• Submit personnel records and reports as required by the county.Assistand advise subordinates as necessary resolves problems as non-routine situations arise and ensure adherence toestablishedpolicies procedures and standards. Communicate changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implement them as directed.

• Facilitate team efficiency and cohesion during periods of growthidentifyingopportunities to improve collaboration communication and workflow across teams.

• Collaborate with federal state local agencies county departmentsstaffand volunteers to develop and implement plans and policies related to natural resource management.

• Oversee andparticipatein public outreach and education activities to promote stewardship services and natural resource management programs.

• Develop and enhance working relationships with public and private resource organizations in support of stewardship services and programs. Ensure effective working relationships between staff other departments and external groups.

• Direct and managethe creation of reports management plans and documents to inform leadership staff and external partners integrating monitoring and research data into practical management strategies.

• Collaborate with staff and partners to pursue grant opportunitiesand fundingto support natural resource programs.

• Stay current on best practices in natural resource management ecological monitoring and applicable regulatoryrequirements

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:A minimum of five years working experiencein natural resource management ecological monitoring or related field with at least three being in a supervisor role.

Education:Abachelorsdegree innatural resource management ecology environmental science or related field.

*Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledgeskillsand abilities:

• Masters degree EcologyNatural Resource Managementenvironmental science or related field

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor professional teams in a collaborative environment.

• Strong analytical skills including experience interpreting ecological data and applying results to land management strategies.

• Knowledge of current best practices in natural resource management and applicable regulatory frameworks.

• Experience developing and managing long-term monitoring programs.

• Familiarity with adaptive management frameworks and data-driven decision-making.

• Colorado Department of Agriculture Qualified Supervisor License

• Certified Forester

• Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner

• Certified Ecologist

• Certified Wildlife Biologist

• Certifications from the International Society of Arboriculture

Additional Job Information:

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks arefor every position.

• A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Drivers license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.

• In any materials yousubmit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to applyimmediately. All applicants mustsubmitan online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now:Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover lettersubmittedwith your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into yourcandidate portal.

For more details on the recruitment process please visit: the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or