Program Assistant I - Admin & Budget Support (Hybrid)

State of Colorado; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental plans

Strong retirement plans (PERA)

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified candidate to provide technical and administrative support within the Division of Water Resources, aiding division engineers in water rights matters and public inquiries. The role includes tracking water rights through court processes and assisting with budget and procurement duties.

Minimum qualifications require four years of related experience or an equivalent mix of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned.
• Or a combination of related education and experience equal to four (4) years.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical and administrative support to Division Engineer and staff by researching Colorado statutory law and analyzing water rights documents.
• Tracks water rights applications through various phases to final decree and maintains electronic filing for water court cases.
• Performs allocation, reconciliation and data entry in CORE for invoices and reimbursements.
• Ensures adherence to Fiscal and Purchasing Rules and departmental requirements while assisting with budget tracking.
• Serves as the public's main contact for questions regarding water law, water court, well permits, and related matters.
• Tracks mileage and coordinates vehicle maintenance and replacements for staff.
• Provides liaison support between HR, Payroll, and the State Engineer’s Office on personnel and benefits.
• Oversees, orders and maintains office and field staff supplies and equipment.

Skills

Budget management

Customer service

Office management

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Fleet management

Inventory management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Access)

Google Workspace (Gmail/Sheets/Calendar)

Job description

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified candidate to provide technical and administrative support within the Division of Water Resources, aiding division engineers in water rights matters and public inquiries. The role includes tracking water rights through court processes and assisting with budget and procurement duties.

Minimum qualifications require four years of related experience or an equivalent mix of education and experience.