Executive Director, Colorado Natural Resources

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Sur place; USD 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PERA benefits

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Paid holidays

FSAs

Résumé du poste

The State of Colorado seeks an Executive Director of the Department of Natural Resources to lead administration, programs, and strategic planning, balancing land, water, mineral, and wildlife resources for current and future generations.

As a cabinet-level appointee, you will oversee operations, budgets, and interagency coordination, advance conservation, wildfire prevention, and water policy partnerships, while collaborating with a broad network of stakeholders including parks, tribes,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in natural resource management, environmental science, engineering, public administration, law, or related field.
• Ten+ years of experience in natural resources, water, land management, or public administration.
• Five+ years of senior executive management experience that includes budgeting.
• Experience building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience managing land, mineral, water, or wildlife resources.
• Experience leading wildfire prevention and forest health initiatives.

Responsabilités

• Oversee and manage the department’s operations and direct the implementation of its services, policies, and programs.
• Direct the department’s budget within the approved plan and ensure fiscal health.
• Build and lead a high-performing team with guidance and development for staff.
• Direct the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, the Division of Forestry, and the Avalanche Information Center.
• Exercise the functions of the Commissioner of Mines.
• Coordinate budgeting, purchasing, and planning for divisions and commissions.
• Represent the department before the General Assembly and federal land agencies.
• Protect Colorado’s parks and public lands for access and outdoor recreation.
• Partner with diverse stakeholders across sectors and communities.

Formation

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in natural resource management, environmental science, engineering, public administration, law, or closely related field

Description du poste

The State of Colorado seeks an Executive Director of the Department of Natural Resources to lead administration, programs, and strategic planning, balancing land, water, mineral, and wildlife resources for current and future generations.

As a cabinet-level appointee, you will oversee operations, budgets, and interagency coordination, advance conservation, wildfire prevention, and water policy partnerships, while collaborating with a broad network of stakeholders including parks, tribes,