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CO State CoordinatorPheasants Forever • Eastern Colorado, CO, US
CO State Coordinator

CO State Coordinator

Pheasants Forever • Eastern Colorado, CO, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

CO State Coordinator Location :

  • Negotiable within Eastern Colorado Application Deadline : Open Continuous until Filled Anticipated Start Date :   Early December 2025 Overview : T his is a full-time position leading Pheasants Forever’s conservation delivery effort throughout Colorado.  This position works directly with NRCS, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Pheasants Forever West Region Director, PF Regional Representative, and PF Chapters, as well as other in-state conservation partners to lead and coordinate the delivery of wildlife habitat conservation within the state of Colorado.  This position is a combination of supervision, mentoring and guidance of staff, the administration of agreements, grants, and budgets, as well as statewide partnership maintenance and development.

Duties and Expectations :

  • The State Coordinator will : Supervision :   Provide direct oversight, leadership, supervision, and guidance to the State-wide Pheasants Forever Biologist Team, ensuring effective conservation delivery and coordination within their counties or areas of responsibility.
  • Work closely with field practitioners and partner staff to educate them on the proper implementation and utilization of wildlife conservation programs and practices .
  • Provide cost-share program, habitat restoration and management training to conservation planners on wildlife habitat.
  • Develop performance plans, including required and suggested training, for all PF staff and evaluate the performance of PF staff with input from the appropriate partners.
  • Work with NRCS, CPW, and other partners to provide the training needed for PF staff to implement Farm Bill and other compatible voluntary conservation programs in Colorado.
  • Work to build a sense of belonging to team PF Colorado as one of several methods to maintain morale, provide professional development, and develop strategies to increase the length of time PF staff spend in Colorado.
  • Coordination :

  • The State Coordinator will represent PF within the Colorado Conservation Community, and work to maintain current relationships with partners in Colorado and seek to bring in new partners and develop new relationships that have some similar goals and objectives Work closely with Asst State Conservationist for Partnerships, SRC, NRCS State Biologist, and the State Conservationist to provide insight and input related to programs standards and specifications specifically focused on wildlife conservation, assisting with the development and review / update of wildlife related program standards and specifications and enhancements.  Through the direction of the State Resource Conservationist and NRCS State Biologist , assist in Quality Assurance Reviews and spot checks on wildlife focused practices.  Develop strong relationships with conservation partners in Colorado, including but not limited to NRCS, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), US Fish and Wildlife Service Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program, Ducks Unlimited, Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, Conservation Districts, and several other conservation organizations in Colorado Develop strong working relationships with NRCS Field Office Staff, NRCS Area Office staff, NRCS State Office staff and ensuring regular communication between PF and all these levels of NRCS to ensure a common understanding of expectations for biologists hired through this partnership.
  • Develop strong working relationships with CPW partners at the state, program, and field levels ensuring regular communication between PF and all these levels of CPW to ensure a common understanding of expectations for biologists hired through this partnership.
  • Working with PF Regional Reps, ensure communication with PF chapter leadership on the successes of this partnership, highlight new conservation initiatives developing in Colorado, and generate support for landscape scale conservation within PF chapter.
  • Outreach :

  • Work with PF / QF West Regional Director, Colorado Regional Representative, NRCS State Conservationist and NRCS Staff, CPW staff, and Pheasants Forever Inc. & Quail Forever Marketing Team to provide information focused on promoting in-state strategic conservation efforts (Working Lands for Wildlife, Corners Program, Targeted EQIP projects) to media sources in Colorado.
  • Work with PF staff to compile success stories, collect photos and videos that highlight the partnerships impact on the landscape, and work with PF marketing and outreach staff to publish stories highlighting this partnership.
  • Develop relationships with partners to amplify success stories through all partners media outlets as partners see fit.  This may include but is not limited to NRCS, CPW, and Joint Venture outreach staff and media outlets.
  • Participate in State Technical Advisory Committee meetings.  Program Oversight and Development :

  • The State Coordinator will work with partners to develop relationships and form partnerships that will work together to address conservation priorities of multiple organizations to leverage technical and financial resources to make the greatest impact to the conservation priority.
  • Coordinate and lead new and existing landscape level habitat initiatives and partnerships that advance NRCS, PF, and CPW missions in Colorado.  Examples include the Corners for Conservation Program, initiative to re-enroll expiring CRP, CO Upland Bird SAFE, LPCI, Sage Grouse, Cutthroat Trout, SW Willow Flycatcher Initiatives, and others.
  • Identify opportunities (grants or groups) that will enhance strategic implementation of conservation.
  • Pursue granting opportunities as they become available.  Examples include National Fish and Wildlife Foundation grants, Regional Conservation Partnership Grants, and several others.
  • Working with the State Conservationist and the Area Conservationists, participate in the identification of strategic locations for wildlife staffing.
  • Reporting and Administration :

  • Monitor the progress of the Colorado PF Biologist Team in the delivery of strategic conservation initiatives, keeping partners aware of timelines and milestones.
  • Prepare high quality quarterly written performance reports and a full year summary report to share with all partners describing the accomplishments of this partnerships.
  • Write grant proposals, draft agreements, and complete other administrative tasks related to the implementation of conservation programs and ensuring funding is secured for PF staff located in Colorado.
  • Work with PF Grants and Accounting Team to provide financial reports to all partners engaged in our biologist program and all other conservation programs administered through PF in Colorado.
  • Expected experience and skills include :

  • Project or habitat plan coordination and execution Strong coordination, facilitation, team building, and a collaborative approach Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong background in wildlife management and ecology Substantial computer and technology-based understanding Planning, budget management, program evaluation, and report writing A strong understanding of Farm Bill Programs (EQIP, CSP, ACEP, CRP) specifically as it relates to program implementation, standards and specifications and practice designs.
  • Desirable experience and skills include :

  • Working with federal, state, NGO, and private industry partners Supervisory or leadership experience Grant writing and management and / or general fund raising Education and Experience Preferred :   Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in conservation, biology, agriculture, or closely related field with three years of work experience in your field Experience working with private landowners and wildlife habitat planning is highly desirable.
  • Proven experience working with USDA Farm Bill programs is preferred.
  • The ideal candidate will exhibit a balance of technical knowledge and interpersonal skills required to form relationships with partners and skills to mentor and guide field staff that implement voluntary conservation programs on private lands.
  • Salary Range :

  • $up to $80,0000 (commensurate with experience) with annual performance-based raises, plus benefits include : Health, vision, dental and more insurance coverage plans available. 401(k) Retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
  • Student Loan Assistance program of up to $200 / month for eligible employees.
  • Vehicle Stipend of up to $300 / month for eligible employees.
  • Paid Time Off accrued at 15 days (120 hours) per year for new employees (increasing after 3 years).
  • Bereavement / Family / Sick Leave of 6 days (48 hours) per year. 13 Paid holidays.
  • To Apply :

  • Visit our website at : www.pheasantsforever.org / jobs .
  • ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
  • Please include your cover letter , resume and 3 references on our Recruitment website.
  • Contact :

  • Al Eiden, West Region Director at aeiden@pheasantsforever.org or 602-513-6360 Pheasants Forever, Inc and Quail Forever is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other category that may be protected by law.

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