CPW Regional Partnership Coordinator Administrator IV - Remote, Western Slope Colorado

Salary : $72,264.00 - $115,632.00 Annually
Location : Mesa County, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: PMA 32235 11/26
Department: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Max Number of Applicants: 75
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information:
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
Primary Physical Work Address: Western Slope: This position is designated as remote, but CPW may assign an official work location or require reporting to a CPW office based on operational needs, available workspace, supervision, onboarding, training, or business requirements
Hiring Pay Rate: Please note that all employees new to the State Personnel System are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. 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.

Department Information



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 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 the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFEOur 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.
The Outdoor Recreation and Lands Branch (RLAD) of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is responsible for providing and/or overseeing the delivery of recreational programs and services statewide, and to manage land use through real estate acquisition and conservation internally and with partnering landowners.
As part of the Colorado Outdoors Strategy (COS, The Strategy), the agency is focused on planning for and investing in actionable plans to balance the conservation and recreational needs throughout Colorado. Colorado's land, water, wildlife, and recreation infrastructure have been strained by climate change and dramatic increases in our State's population, tourism, and outdoor use. The Regional Partnerships Initiative (RPI) is a collection of local and regional coalitions that are designed to plan for and address conservation and recreation challenges specific to their local areas. The RPI leverages partnerships to share planning and mapping resources, best practices and available data, and promote consistency across planning efforts, in alignment with statewide goals. The RPI ensures that decisions are collaborative and represent the interests of all members, including a diverse range of sectors: recreation, conservation, sportspersons, environmental education, industry partners, lands stewardship, agriculture and ranching, Tribes, and government. These coalitions serve as the implementers of the Colorado Outdoors Strategy to protect and enhance Colorado's lands, waters, and ways of life at the intersection of conservation and outdoor recreation interests. The RPI is a crucial component to ensure the COS is actionable, allowing for localized efforts to tackle challenges while still benefiting from the broad, statewide perspective and support.

Description of Job
The Regional Partnerships Initiative is a growing program advancing coordinated planning and strategic actions to drive the successful implementation of Colorado's Outdoors Strategy. Established by the Colorado Outdoor Opportunities Act (HB 26-1008), this position exists to provide tactical execution and coordinate regional implementation of the Colorado Outdoors Strategy. The Regional Partnership Coordinator leads the alignment of regional planning efforts with statewide strategies, fostering relationships and partnerships with diverse stakeholders, providing knowledge and expertise to integrate data and state resources, and advancing priority regional projects for future investment. This position serves as program coordinator, essential to the success and administration of the Regional Partnerships Initiative in their assigned geographic area, supporting coordination and administration of agency investments, including a 5-year $50 million dollar statewide grant program. The position facilitates coordination across CPW and partner organizations in the development and implementation of regional plans and projects to enhance conservation and outdoor recreation, critical to the successful implementation of Colorado's Outdoors Strategy.
Regional Partnerships Advancement
Oversees coalition development and operations to align program criteria with division priorities, partner input, and Colorado's Outdoors Strategy. Actively engages diverse stakeholders across conservation, recreation, agriculture, underrepresented communities, local/federal governments, and Tribes. Develops and executes engagement strategies, ensuring strong CPW subject-matter representation. Collaborates with CPW staff (biologists, area wildlife managers, park managers, deputy regional managers) to achieve program goals, clarify shared objectives, and establish work plans. Supports regional grant program execution and manages emerging issues across complex stakeholder networks.
Strategic Regional Planning and Projects

Coordinates RPI activities to align COS goals, tools, and frameworks with regional planning. Provides technical assistance and best practices to partners, training them on COS data tools, dashboards, and decision-support resources. Leverages relevant plans (e.g., State Wildlife Action Plan, Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, Habitat Conservation and Connectivity Plan) to establish metrics for success. Evaluates project outcomes with regional staff and partners to ensure CPW investments achieve expected results, escalating issues as necessary.
Communications and Technical Support
Leads high-level communications to raise awareness and foster engagement in regional coalitions. Responsibilities include producing oral presentations, written reports and articles, and materials for multiple online media platforms. Implements the COS communication strategy by capturing success stories and coordinating media efforts across target audiences.

Offers technical expertise regarding grant applications, reporting, and planning tools. Maintains and updates tracking databases for regional partnerships status, funding, survey responses, plans, and partner contacts. Tailors technical data and statewide metrics into accessible presentations and content for regional partnerships based on current industry trends and priorities. Informs COS Resource Hub updates to stay current with regional plans, data, mapping tools, and best practices.
RPI Team Member

Supports the RPI Program team by coordinating grant administration and regional network operations. Shares leadership in staff meetings, agenda development, team goal tracking, and collaborative problem-solving. Provides coverage for team members, supervises assigned temporary staff, including hiring, onboarding, and day-to-day guidance, and manages third party consultants as needed. Supports the Colorado Outdoor Partnership, including leading communications, hosting statewide meetings, and planning events.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:

Seven (7) years of relevant experience in natural resource or outdoor recreation management, public or business administration, program management, or similar field.

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Geography, Outdoor Recreation, Public Administration, Business, Program Management/Project Management and/or relevant experience in natural resource or outdoor recreation management, public or business administration, program management, or similar field equal to seven (7) years

Job Class: IV
Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former State, or natural resource agency experience relevant to this position.
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategic goals into actionable implementation plans.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize strategic actions through a collaborative process that engages stakeholders.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into concise reports, presentations, and briefings for leadership, agency partners and stakeholders, and the public.
• Strong analytical reasoning and decision-making capabilities.
• Familiarity with state government operations, strategic planning, and policy development processes.
• Understanding of Colorado's Outdoors Strategy and/or statewide and regional strategic planning initiatives to advance conservation and/or outdoor recreation outcomes.
• Knowledge of the partners and stakeholders engaged in conservation and outdoor recreation initiatives east of the Continental Divide.

Required Competencies

• Strong problem-solving, judgment, and analytical skills with the ability to develop and implement complex statewide initiatives.
• Capable of aligning programs and policies with broader agency or statewide goals.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners, including government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations.
• Skilled in facilitating collaboration, negotiation, and consensus among partners with competing interests.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Skilled in program administration, budget oversight, and outcome monitoring.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to represent the agency effectively in public meetings, stakeholder forums, and professional settings across the state.
• Independent, proactive, and adaptable in dynamic environments.
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable.
• Strong interest in in-person communications and relationship building with ability to travel across Eastern Colorado regularly.
• Adaptable and open to change; able to perform effectively under pressure and shifting priorities.

Conditions of Employment

• State of Colorado residency is required at the time of application.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• This position is designated as remote, but CPW may assign an official work location or require reporting to a CPW office based on operational needs, available workspace, supervision, onboarding, training, or business requirements.
• Position requires travel across Colorado to regional partnership coalition meetings, conferences, and staff workshops in order to perform regular duties.
• 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 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's license prior to d