Wildlife Property Tech IV – Area ; Remote

Job Summary

Title: CPW Wildlife Property Technician IV – Area 7
Location: Mesa County, CO
Salary Range: $54,960 – $72,888 annually
Job Type: Full Time

• Maintain interior and exterior buildings, grounds, and facilities at the Northwest Region Service Center and Area 7 staff buildings.
• Lead safety and ground maintenance to ensure safe conditions for staff and customers.
• Develop and implement multi‑year habitat improvement plans for State Wildlife Areas, including mechanical tree removal, hand clearing, prescribed burns, noxious weed treatment, tillage, and water development.
• Inspect and maintain signage and fencing to meet property minimum standards.
• Manage water rights owned by Colorado Parks & Wildlife, record all water use, and maintain associated infrastructure.
• Oversee procurement, repair, and maintenance of structures, utilities, and equipment (e.g., Hunter Education building, shooting range, office buildings, storage yards, water and sewer systems).
• Perform administrative duties: monitor expenses, track budget, prepare reports, coordinate grant applications, manage volunteers and temporary workers, and assist front‑desk operations.
• Recruit and support temporary workers and volunteers for cattle‑wolf disease programs and other projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Four years of relevant experience in agriculture management, natural resource management, facility or building operations, grounds management, or construction management.
• No formal college education required, but a combination of related education and experience equal to four years will substitute for the experience requirement.

• State or CPW experience in relevant work or volunteer activities.
• Experience managing detailed records and quality control of data.
• Knowledge of agricultural practices, building maintenance, plumbing, electrical work, and noxious weed spraying.
• Familiarity with wildlife habitat improvement techniques and water use reporting.
• Commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, email, spreadsheets, and related technology.
• Ability to transition between variable tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance during sample processing.
• Ability to work independently and maintain certifications.
• Ability to operate and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collect biological samples.

• Medical and dental plans.
• Retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan, PERA Defined Contribution Plan, 401K, and 457 plans.
• Paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
• 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave.
• Flexible work schedule options and remote‑work options.
• Career advancement opportunities within the State system.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected status.