- Salary: $8,385.00 – $13,417.00 Monthly
- Location: Denver, CO
- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Number: PEA 00508 10/23
- Department: Department of Natural Resources
- Division: Division of Water Resources
- Opening Date: 10/05/2023
- Closing Date: 10/15/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
- FLSA: Determined by Position
- Primary Physical Work Address: 1313 Sherman St., Rm 818, Denver, CO
- Hiring Pay Rate: Employees new to State Government will be paid on a bi-weekly basis.
- FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Information
OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADOAre you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference?
Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.
We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/ to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.
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.
In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
- Medical and Dental plans
- Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 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 the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Division of Water Resources (DWR):
State Engineer’s Office
Our mission is to administer the waters of the State to maximize lawful beneficial use, ensure that dams and water wells are properly constructed and safe, and provide information about water resources to the public. Division of Water Resources
The Water Information unit exists to both direct and provide the technical support for the Colorado Decision Support System, which is the system of data, tools, and processes used to collect, report, analyze, and model Colorado water data. The data includes; tabular data in HydroBase, such as water rights, diversion records, streamflow data, groundwater level data, well permit data, well metering data, etc.; engineered surface and groundwater flow models; electronic content (documents / spreadsheets / photographs / etc.); information workflow tools and processes; and, GIS data.
The work unit either manages or provides leadership to established, interdivision subject matter expert teams, other departments, federal agencies and public information groups regarding what data is available, how that information is used and how to access the information for a number of different purposes ranging from simple public interest to sophisticated modeling and data collaboration routines. The group is responsible for identifying application development needs and liaising with OIT staff and/or outside contractors to obtain the required development.
Description of Job
OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO
The purpose of this position is to serve as the State’s Leading Authority on water data and information, which is the foundation of the Colorado Decision Support System. It is routinely relied upon to guide and direct the development of program guidelines by the division, other state agencies as well as federal programs, local municipalities and quasi-governmental agencies. This position provides analysis and judgment regarding the expenditure of resources, development of program guidelines and standards for the collection, storage, reporting and use of Colorado water data. This position is relied upon by users in the
division, other state agencies, and agencies/organizations external to the State of Colorado Government. It evaluates the available software and hardware solutions and approves their use by division personnel. This position demonstrates the resourcefulness to analyze the state of the industry related to data management and using only its own judgment, create
data management models, workflow concepts, and guidelines tailored to serve the singularly unique Decision Support System environment and its many users both inside and outside the State. It is routinely relied upon to tailor existing guidelines to deal with unforeseen data needs to respond to urgent situations and emergencies.
Specific job duties include but are not limited to:
- This position interprets the needs of the State Engineer regarding the use of all aspects of technology, including: interpreting the needs of the Division based on an expert understanding of industry standards and available technology as it relates to what equipment and software to purchase and securing and managing the necessary budget required to maintain the equipment for all Division employees. As the business of water rights administration is truly unique to the State of Colorado and the Division, this position is making unprecedented evaluations of the need for custom solutions and directing their development; creating protocols, guidelines, and directives for the collection, management, and reporting of data associated with three water rights related data types (tabulated data, spatial GIS information, and electronic content (documents).
- Decide what tools (smart phones, laptops, desk tops, etc.) are most efficient for the data being managed by the various subject matter expert teams in the Division, develop a budget to support/replace those tools, and work with the Division Budget Director to secure the necessary funding..
- This position must decide what level of cooperation with the Western States Water Council and the USGS data sharing system is appropriate with the allocated resources.
- Oversee DWR staff that provide business requirement documentation to the GOIT Application Development Team in order to effectively and efficiently develop the software and database solutions required by the subject matter expert teams and division work units.
- The position also liaises with the Chief of Dam Safety, Chief of Hydrography, two Water Supply Chiefs, Chief of Hydrogeology and seven Division Engineers to provide technology and data management solutions.
Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
OPEN TO STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENTS ONLY
Minimum Qualifications:At least five years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.
AND
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.
OR
Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
(Experience related to database design & SQL, experience developing software for natural resources applications, and experience using Colorado Decision Support System (CDSS) &/or DWR applications would count towards appropriate experience.)
Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
If you are using a degree to substitute for the required experience, you may be required to provide copies of your educational transcripts for verification of your qualifications if requested.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current or former State experience relevant to this position.
- Knowledge and experience with Colorado water rights.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency with Google and Microsoft suites.
- Proficiency in relational database design & SQL
- Proven track record leading a team to develop software solutions for natural resource applications.
- Proficiency developing code in languages such as C#, Javascript, VBA, etc.
- Experience with electronic content management (ECM) systems and best practices.
- Experience working with IT to troubleshoot desktop/network/server issues.
- Other experience relevant to the use or management of water resources.
The current work arrangement for this position is as follows:
(Please note, this arrangement can be subject to change)
- Hybrid schedule – working from a home office in combination with occasional travel to the Denver or other Division offices throughout Colorado as needed to complete assigned projects and tasks.
Conditions of Employment:
- 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).
- Must be willing and able to possess and maintain a State of Colorado Driver’s License
- Must be willing to travel as needed throughout the state
APPEAL RIGHTS:
It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.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 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.
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 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, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at anna.kargobai-murray@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 an accommodation, please contact Anna Kargobai-Murray at anna.kargobai-murray@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
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 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 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. Helpful hints: If you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and close the document before you attempt to upload it.
Agency: State of Colorado
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