CPW ANALYST V/Senior Terrestrial Data Analyst - (Fort Collins OR Denver, CO) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4767299) Apply  CPW ANALYST V/Senior Terrestrial Data Analyst - (Fort Collins OR Denver, CO) Salary $89,520.00 - $116,400.00 Annually Location Adams County, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number PMA 01760 02/25 Department Department of Natural Resources Division Colorado Parks & Wildlife Opening Date 02/21/2025 Closing Date 3/17/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216 OR 317 W. Prospect St., Fort Collins, CO 80526 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 Contact Information Cayla Phythian cayla.phythian@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. 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. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open only to Colorado state residents. 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/about-us 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 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 (https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch) . COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (http://cpw.state.co.us/) 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. The Terrestrial Programs Unit exists to preserve, protect and enhance wildlife components of terrestrial ecosystems through planning, analysis, research, implementation of programs, and evaluation of terrestrial populations and habitats. The work unit sets guidance and direction on wildlife data collection and analysis, and provides technical analysis and expertise to inform policy and management decisions. Description of Job The Senior Terrestrial Data Analyst leads CPW’s statewide activities in terrestrial wildlife data management, analysis, and reporting. This position provides strategic direction and oversight for the Terrestrial Data Team. This requires balancing resources, priorities, and capabilities to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate will combine team leadership abilities with strong technical expertise and strategic thinking. As a technical leader, this position designs and maintains data management tools and systems for terrestrial wildlife data; it develops and implements data protocols and security measures; it designs tools necessary to analyze and evaluate wildlife management and research programs; it cooperates with staff from multiple CPW branches to create procedures to integrate and manage data into various agency systems; it directly manages data through data entry, data validation, error correction, and data standardization; it monitors functionality of data systems and troubleshoots and corrects associated problems; and it maintains backup procedures to ensure recovery of information in the event of a system failure; it then innovates to create more efficient and effective data systems. In terms of strategic management, the position evaluates and advises on proposed changes in CPW policies, procedures, and regulations; it oversees contracts, manages vendor performance, and directs data exchanges for major programs; it establishes and maintains relationships with data managers within CPW and in other states to monitor developments to implement relevant technological advances, where possible, to maintain and enhance our data systems. Position duties include but are not limited to: Administration of Data and Data Systems Directs the development, maintenance, and enhancement of data management software systems, particularly focusing on harvest and participation surveys, mandatory reporting, and hunt code maintenance. It compiles, organizes, stores, analyzes, and reports population inventory, harvest, and hunting participation data for terrestrial wildlife species using appropriate database software. Consolidates, maintains, and analyzes hunting and customer data from the Division licensing system and other agency systems, while providing strategic guidance on data processes and standards for managing Division customer information.. Coordinates innovation and modernization efforts both by staff and through projects with outside vendors. Evaluates and advises on policy and system changes related to hunting licensing and wildlife management. Interfaces with existing agency networks and servers and works closely with Office of Information and Technology (OIT) staff. It also manages contract programmers for Terrestrial Section data systems. Is responsible for ensuring optimal software performance and maintaining robust backup procedures. This system requires interfacing with existing agency networks and servers. Harvest and Participation Surveys Coordinates and oversees harvest and participation surveys such as the Big Game Harvest Survey, while managing associated contracts and vendors. Collaborates with statisticians, Division biologists, and research personnel to identifydata needs for wildlife population modeling. Identifies deficiencies, analyzes problems, develops or modifies programs to improve system operation. Collaborates with biologists, research personnel and statisticians in designing studies; coordinates and consults with statisticians to determine sample size and survey procedures; evaluates accuracy, precision and biases of current inventory methods and alternative methods of inventory or harvest surveys; and reports harvest summaries both internally and externally. Mandatory Hunting Reporting System Maintains and enhances mandatory hunting reports database software; manages mandatory check, mandatory report, conflict, drug use, and marked animal data. Designs and provides guidance on systems, processes and standards for managing sample collection during animal marking and mandatory checks (e.g., ear tags, collars, PIT tags, etc.). Evaluates and advises on policy, program and system changes related to marked animal, conflict, and mandatory report management. Establishes processes for integrating law enforcement documentation with conflict and mandatory report data, while ensuring comprehensive backup procedures. Ensures system backup procedures are fully met to ensure recovery of mandatory reporting information in the event of electronic system failure. Coordinates with Office of Information and Technology (OIT) staff and manages contract programmers and vendors on Mandatory Hunting Reporting data system and application work. Implementation of Hunting Management and Policy Serves as CPW’s subject matter expert on Colorado's big game data management systems and hunting policy implementation. This role provides strategic consultation on data architecture, analysis protocols, and system integration. Its expertise and guidance directly influences the management and sharing of big game data. It designs, manages and coordinates the implementation of hunting management systems including hunt codes, quotas, harvest limits, and season structure. It provides unique expertise in testing and administration of these to the License, Reservations and Customer Operations Section. Coordinates with various Division sections (Licensing, Policy and Planning, Regulations, Brochures and Office of Information and Technology (OIT)) to develop, summarize, and report hunting management proposals and approved policies. It also monitors proposals for consistency with current policies, regulations, published materials, Hunt Code Maintenance and the Division licensing system. Develops and maintains systems for reporting data to and collecting population management data from biologists, while coordinating with Terrestrial staff to enter hunting season proposals and wildlife population information into the appropriate Division systems. Analysis and Reporting Analyzes inventory, harvest, and hunter participation data and prepares summaries for publication in annual harvest reports. It generates standard reports such as objective sheets, detailed harvest summaries, annual herd management summaries and Federal Aid report data for Terrestrial staff. It designs, programs, and provides reports on hunting seasons, quotas, harvest limits, vouchered hunts, and youth hunting opportunities for other Division sections such as Licensing, Policy and Planning, Regulation Brochures, and Hunter Education. It is responsible for programming, composing, and disseminating custom analyses and reports for CPW staff, the Parks and Wildlife Commission, Colorado Legislature, media inquiries and Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests. Builds and maintains custom SQL Server databases, stored procedures, and code tailored to the specific needs and objectives of each program, while maintaining standards or organization and structure across programs to optimize efficiency. It executes complex queries in order to provide data summaries, reports, and input files for further analysis to terrestrial personnel in an efficient and repeatable manner. It develops innovative solutions for data storage, management, and retrieval, and creates custom methods for data access and reporting to improve organizational efficiency . Supervision Provides leadership and oversight to the Terrestrial Data Team, setting priorities and delegating work assignments to meet deadlines. Leads time management and task management of 2 Data Manager IIIs, the Scientific Programmer IV, and temporary staff. Assigns and reviews work, develops annual performance plans with staff, monitors and provides feedback on performance throughout the year, and completes annual evaluations of employee performance. Coordinates special assignments and functions within the work unit, recommends hiring of employees; and minimizes disruption associated with staff vacancies and plans for succession. Special Projects and other duties as assigned Required to perform other job-related duties needed to help implement Terrestrial Programs Unit and Division missions. This has included developing a sectionwide shared google drive to improve collaboration and data sharing. It has also included innovation to improve and modernize current systems and procedures to increase product quality and team efficiency, and developing a draw simulator to enable financial analyses of potential policy decisions. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications Eight (8) years of relevant experience in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Database management, Data Analysis, Computer Science, and/or an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR A combination of related education in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Database management, Data Analysis, Computer Science, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years. Preferred Qualifications: + Current or former State experience relevant to this position + Current or former Colorado Parks & Wildlife work or volunteer experience + Basic knowledge of wildlife population biology, big game management, hunting licensing systems, harvest surveys, and hunt codes. + Proficiency in database design and database management + Experience using SQL, R, or other programming languages to extract information from multiple sources for data analyses and reporting. + Experience with working collaboratively using Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, App Scripts, Looker Studio, etc). + Experience with project management + Experience with procurement processes for major projects. + Demonstrated ability to successfully create and lead a technology program. + Experience with managing staff, contractors, and vendors to develop, implement, maintain, and support IT projects. + Experience with testing products to ensure product functionality. + Experience with troubleshooting and fixing data system problems. + Experience with modernizing data systems and procedures. + Innovative approach towards implementing technology solutions in a constrained environment. Required Competencies: + Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and translate technical information through email, phone, virtual meetings and in person. + Ability to perform a variety of tasks from strategic to tactical in a changing and fast paced environment. + High attention to detail + Ability to be highly productive when under pressure to meet deadlines + Ability to problem solve independently and in teams + Ability to navigate ambiguity and make data driven decisions. Conditions of Employment: + Must be a current Colorado Resident + Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license for operating a State vehicle. + Statewide travel is required on an as needed basis + 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). 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 tospb.colorado.govor 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, atspb.colorado.govunder 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 todocument 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, dnr_hr_employeebenefits@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 dnr_hr_employeebenefits@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 inE-Verify (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/E-Verify\_Participating\_Employer.jpg) in accordance with the program'sRight to Work (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/ier\_righttoworkposter-%20jpeg(1).jpg) for all newly-hired employees. 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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. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado, unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board. There is no residency waiver for this announcement. Please confirm that you are a current resident of Colorado. + Yes + No 02 Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application. + I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee. + I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). + I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position. 03 Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify you application from the current position: 04 How does your education relate to this position (Please include level of degree and your major)? 05 Please select which range most accurately reflects your years of experience in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Wildlife Management, Database management, Data Analysis, and/or Computer Science: + No experience yet + 0 to less than 1 year + 1 year but less than 2 years + 2 years but less than 3 years + 3 years but less than 4 years + 4 years but less than 5 years + 5 years but less than 6 years + 6 years but less than 7 years + 7 years but less than 8 years + 8 years or more 06 Describe your specific interest in wildlife data management at CPW and how your professional background has prepared you for this role. Please include examples of relevant projects or experiences that demonstrate your ability to handle both the technical, stratgic and collaborative aspects of this position.: 07 Detail your technical expertise in database management and programming: describe your experience designing and managing databases, including specific platforms and types of databases you've worked with; list your proficiency level in SQL and provide examples of complex queries or database operations you've implemented; describe your experience with other programming languages, including specific projects or applications you've developed 08 This position requires a basic understanding of wildlife population biology, big game management, hunting licensing systems, harvest surveys, and hunt codes. Please explain your experience in these areas. 09 Describe your experience using the following: facilitating collaboration using Google Suite programs (Google App Script, Sheets, Docs, Looker Studio, etc), managing data using spreadsheet software such as Excel or Google Sheets, creation of interactive applications, data visualization, or dashboards using R Shiny, Tableau, PowerBI, etc. 10 Describe your experience in developing innovative solutions for data management challenges, particularly for wildlife or natural resources. Include the initial problem, your process for developing an innovative solution, the technical tools and approaches you used, the outcome and benefits of your solution. 11 Describe your experience managing technical projects and vendor relationships. 12 Describe your approach to leadership and your experience with supervision 13 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 since 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. + I acknowledge this receipt of this notice. Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email