Water Project Mitigation Coordinator | Scientist III

State of Colorado; Colorado; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

PERA retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Holidays and leave

Flexible work options

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Colorado, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, seeks a Water Project Mitigation Coordinator to lead interdisciplinary teams evaluating water development projects and to develop mitigation measures protecting fish, wildlife, habitat, and recreation resources. The role collaborates with CPW sections and external partners to ensure mitigation is integrated into planning, review, and permits.

The position supports CPW's responsibilities under Colorado's water project mitigation statute,

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of relevant experience in federal environmental permitting, water project development, water law, public policy with a focus in water, water resources.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CPW's technical review and participation in federal, state, and local environmental review, permitting, and consultation processes (NEPA, FWCA, CWA).
• Lead interdisciplinary teams to evaluate water development projects and develop mitigation recommendations.
• Prepare and coordinate Fish and Wildlife Mitigation Plans (FWMPs) and supporting materials for Commission/Board review.
• Represent CPW in interagency meetings, stakeholder discussions, and formal proceedings.
• Track mitigation obligations, financial requirements, monitoring, adaptive management, and project completion.

Job description

State of Colorado, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, seeks a Water Project Mitigation Coordinator to lead interdisciplinary teams evaluating water development projects and to develop mitigation measures protecting fish, wildlife, habitat, and recreation resources. The role collaborates with CPW sections and external partners to ensure mitigation is integrated into planning, review, and permits.

The position supports CPW's responsibilities under Colorado's water project mitigation statute,