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Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
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Manage programs related to wildfire and forest health to protect drinking water treatability and critical infrastructure. Lead scientific analyses, coordinate landscape-scale fuels treatments, and manage partnerships with external stakeholders.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Watershed Science, or a related field. Candidates need 4 to 8 years of related experience depending on the seniority level and a valid Colorado driver's license.
Working for Denver Water offers a rewarding and comprehensive employment experience marked by exceptional benefits and a strong organizational culture. Employees enjoy a robust 401(k) plan with employer contributions, a secure pension fund to support long-term financial well-being, and high-quality benefits that include a generous PTO package as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage.
At the heart of Denver Water’s workplace are its core values: vision, integrity, passion, excellence, and respect. These principles guide every aspect of the organization, fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the community and the future of water sustainability.
Position Summary
At the Scientist Sr. level, this position will manage the programs related to wildfire and forest health within Denver Water’s Holistic Watershed Plan. As a subject matter expert, perform complex professional level planning, scientific analyses, and system-level problem solving related to forest management and source water protection. The position will establish and lead new projects and programs to fulfill Denver Water’s obligation to meet its customers’ needs and to be a responsible steward of the natural environment. The position will align forest management programs with Denver Water’s watershed values of drinking water treatability and infrastructure protection.
At the Scientist level, this position will support the programs related to wildfire and forest health within Denver Water’s Holistic Watershed Plan. Under general supervision, complete planning, scientific analyses, and system-level problem solving related to forest management and source water protection. The position will establish new forest and watershed management programs and projects to fulfill Denver Water’s obligation to meet its customers’ needs and to be a responsible steward of the natural environment. The position will align forest management programs with Denver Water’s watershed values of drinking water treatability and infrastructure protection.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Scientist Sr.
Lead the program-level oversight of the From Forests to Faucets Partnership and other forest and wildfire management programs.
Scientist:
Education and Experience
Licenses, Registration, and Certifications
Preferred Skills & Competencies
An offer of employment may be contingent upon satisfactory results of a post-offer drug test and alcohol. Denver Water tests for the following: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opiates, and phencyclidine (PCP). A strength test may also be conducted due to the physical requirements of the position. This strength test may include lifting, pushing, and pulling various amounts of weight as well as crouching, squatting, and lifting one’s own body weight from various positions. If the position is deemed safety-sensitive or requires a CDL, you will be placed on the random drug and alcohol testing list, which means you may be tested if your name is selected while employed at Denver Water.
Applicants for employment at Denver Water must be authorized to work in the U.S. Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
View career opportunities at www.denverwater.org/careers.
Denver Water proudly serves high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to 1.5 million people in the city of Denver and many surrounding suburbs. Established in 1918 as a nonpolitical municipal agency independent of City government, it is Colorado's oldest and largest water utility. Subscribe to denverwaterTAP.org to hydrate your mind, and follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/DenverWater), Facebook Careers (facebook.com/DenverWaterJobs), Twitter (@DenverWater) and Instagram (@Denver_Water).
Offices: 1600 W. 12th Ave, Denver, Colorado 80204-3412, US
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