Wildland Fire Project Coordinator - Fort Collins, Colorado

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 04 Oct 2023

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Wildland Fire Project Coordinator - Fort Collins, Colorado
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202301606AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib III
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $75,000-$85,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
  • For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/ .
  • For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/04/2023
Description of Work Unit
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary
A Wildland Fire Project Coordinator position is available with Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental management of Military Lands (CEMML) to be located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This position will directly support CEMML’s Wildland Fire Program Manager by running projects independently, writing fire management plans, and helping to develop and carry out data analyses.
This position will require the following skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to work seamlessly with internal team members and external sponsors and to engage new sponsors and help grow CEMML’s Wildland Fire Management Program.
  • High-level analysis skills to analyze spatial and non-spatial data, including a solid understanding of fundamental statistical concepts.
  • Solid organizational skills to manage up to a half-dozen projects simultaneously.
  • Keeping up to date on the latest science and how to apply it directly, or by modifying/combining methodologies, or by creating novel methodologies.
  • Creative and flexible thinking to address problems unique to the military that may not have direct correlates in other natural resources management environments.


This position has the ability currently to be hybrid optional; work will be conducted 3 days in the office, and 2 days from home. The incumbent must be able to work in-person at least 3 days per week at the location at CSU in Fort Collins.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Masters or Doctorate Degree in Natural Resources or a related field
  • 5 years of professional experience in natural resources or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
  • Demonstration of strong organizational skills
  • Demonstration of strong written communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in wildland fire analysis or wildland fire management planning
  • Demonstration of extensive experience with Microsoft Word, including formatting figures, tables, headings, numbering, headers and footers, etc. in documents
  • Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel functions, or queries in any database application, to carry out data manipulation and/or analysis
  • Must be capable of walking 1-3 miles continuously while carrying up to 20 pounds over uneven terrain and to sustain long periods of standing, walking, lifting, stooping, reaching, or similar activities.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • 10 years of professional experience in natural resources or a related discipline
  • At least one year of experience assisting or directly managing projects >$25,000
  • Experience in the design, implementation, and interpretation of scientific studies
  • Experience developing/writing new guidelines or management recommendations/requirements
  • Fireline experience at any level
  • Self-motivated/self-starter and team-oriented collaborator
  • Demonstrated attention to detail while maintaining timelines and budgets
  • Demonstrated experience writing wildland fire management plans
  • Demonstrated experience carrying projects to completion
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating in cross-jurisdictional partnerships
  • One year or more of experience using Geographic Information Systems, including creating, managing, and analyzing spatial data
  • Experience supervising the work of others
  • Experience with the military
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Project Management
Duty/Responsibility
  • Manage the budget, ensures timelines are met, manage the work of team members.
Percentage Of Time 5
Job Duty Category Prepare Fire Management Plans
Duty/Responsibility
  • Work with team members on multiple plans simultaneously. 
  • Work with installation personnel to identify issues needing resolution and determine goals and objectives. 
  • Analyze fire occurrence, weather, and spatial data; perform subject risk analyses; establish roles and responsibilities; establish and assign tasks throughout the plan; determine proper wildfire response. 
  • Write plans, quality control the work of team members. 
  • Finalize deliverables per the scope of work and submit plans to installations.
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category Wildland Fire Analysis
Duty/Responsibility
  • Use GIS, Excel, Databases, scientific software, wildland fire management software, and custom computer code/scripts to perform analyses and determine best mitigation actions. 
  • Analyze weather data, fire occurrence data, climate data, carry out high-resolution risk analyses, and develop new methodologies based on the best available science as necessary.
Percentage Of Time 35

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than October 4, 2023 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot.
  • Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot.
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
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    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License
    Search Contact Andrew Beavers (Andrew.Beavers@colostate.edu)
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