CPW Commission Coordinator Program Assistant II

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong flexible retirement plans including PERA 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 thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

The Research Policy and Planning branch supports implementation of Colorado Parks and Wildlifes mission through formulating public policy and conducting research. The branch establishes and maintains close working relationships with local state federal and interstate governmental agencies private wildlife/park agencies constituent groups and other interested parties to facilitate their involvement in the development modification and implementation of the Divisions Strategic Plan and programs.

The position provides technical and executive level support functions to the Parks and Wildlife Commission. Establishes processes to keep the official Commission meeting records (record meetings take notes establish official minutes respond to Open Records requests etc.) based on statutory requirements for operation of Commission.Determines what actions taken by the Commission are official actions for purposes of inclusion in official meeting minutes. Track and delegate requests from the CPW Commission Directors Office staff and other constituents. Manages communication sent to the Commission including but not limited to: routing Commissioners CPW Director or other parties as appropriate to one another maintaining records of correspondence while also ensuring concerns are addressed appropriately and in a timely manner. Uses judgment to determine those matters which require responding quickly to requests; and determine if the issue is politically sensitive and needs immediate attention. Also responds on behalf of the Commission in writing via e-mail or memo Commission requirements in order to ensure the public understands proper protocol for getting issues before the Commission. Assists in developing and coordinating New Commissioner Orientation and onboarding processes - including iPad use and travel reimbursements - for new Commissioners as outlined in Administrative Directives. The Commission Coordinator works closely with the Assistant Director of the Policy and Planning Branch to develop guidelines work processes and procedures to facilitate efficient user-friendly easily accessible forms and information for the staff and commissioners as needed. This position disseminates information about Commission meetings policies and procedures and maintains updated information to commissioners and staff.

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience inan office support role at least one year MUST have included experience supporting policy regulations boards and commissions public involvement or planning workequal to five (5) years.

• Appropriate education in business administration public administration program administration natural resource management biology ecology project management or other field of study related to the duties of this position may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis but not the one year of specific experience.

• Current or former State experience relevant to this position.
• The preferred candidate will have substantial and recent experience in progressively responsible positions relating to organization management and direct support of a professional staff.
• The outstanding candidate will have high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word Excel PowerPoint) Adobe and Google applications.
• The highly preferred candidate will also have excellent written oral interpersonal and team-related skills.
• High familiarity engaging different stakeholder groups and working with political appointees as well as the most effective ways (or methods) to do so.
• Strong ability to work independently and also contribute to a team.
• High familiarity with Commissions or Boards.
• Previous experience working in executive level management.

• Strong written and oral communication skills including public speaking (or speaking in front of large audiences).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate through multiple mediums (e.g. email phone website in person etc.).
• Exceptional customer service and ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative by using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify solutions for customer or program challenges.
• Being reliable and punctual.
• Ability to perform under pressure meet deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google docs.

• Previous experience supporting executive level staff.

• Previous experience with travel planning.

• State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado drivers license if operating a State vehicle.
• Travel is approximately 3 to 4 days/month (or every other month) all around the state of Colorado.
• Schedule is anticipated to be hybrid (3 days/week at work address and remainder working from home).
• Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.
• 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).
• Pursuant to theDNR-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 drivers 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

• 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.

• This recruitment may fill multiple vacancies at the same reporting level.

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. We are committed to increasing a Colorado for ALL of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a Colorado for ALL drives 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. 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 accommodation please contact our Benefits Specialist at 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.