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Open Pool - Resilience Research Specialist

Colorado State University

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO, USA · Remote
USD 55k-65k / year
Posted on Oct 15, 2025
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Open Pool - Resilience Research Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. 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.

A complete application consists of:
  1. Statement of Qualifications - please clearly describe your education and experience (including certifications, licenses, and program experience) in the field that you are interested in being considered for; upload to the ‘Cover Letter’ slot)
  2. Resume
  3. 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 to candidates.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

When a position matching your selection becomes available, and if your application is selected to move forward, a search committee member will reach out with further information.

If you wish to withdraw your application from the Open Pool, you can do so at any time at https://jobs.colostate.edu/.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

This pool is valid through December 31, 2025, at which time the pool will expire.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information
Working Title Open Pool - Resilience Research Specialist
Position Location Fort Collins, CO (or remote)
Work Location Position is fully remote
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202501477AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range $55,000 - $65,000
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, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/31/2025
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 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 other CSU departments 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, please visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary
Multiple Resilience Research Specialist positions are available with Colorado State University Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). These positions are part of the CEMML Adaptive Management Planning Program (CAMPP). CAMPP is a growing team of cultural and natural resource professionals. CAMMP’s purpose is to support federal land managers in preparing for weather-related risks, resource management planning, and ensuring that management activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Specialists work with CAMPP Subject Matter Expert (SME) to develop extreme weather change vulnerability assessments, analyze extreme weather data, and make management recommendations for Integrated Natural Resource Management Plans (INRMP). Specialists provide technical support for a variety of projects related to enhancing resiliency for resource managers on Department of Defense (DoD) installations.

The primary focus of these positions is collaborating with CAMPP’s interdisciplinary team to perform weather-related risk assessments. The team employs models and tools to assess how weather-related risks may impact the natural resources and the military mission. Findings are provided to federal land managers for use in planning and decision-making. Specialists may be required to conduct literature reviews, preliminary data analysis, and vulnerability assessments.

These positions require experience with weather-related risk science, natural hazard analysis, and one of the ecological disciplines listed below. Applicants should have excellent scientific synthesis, writing, and communication skills. In addition, the position may require use of data manipulation and visualization applications such as R, ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Positions are contingent on funding. Applicants will need to work at the Fort Collins office 1 day per week OR if the position is eligible for fully remote have the ability to align work hours with CEMML core work hours (9:00-3:00 Mountain Time).

This Open Pool is soliciting applicants for the following areas of focus:

Hydrology Specialist
  • Works with Hydrology SME to conduct drought/wet cycle analyses of historic and future conditions using data for a range of emissions scenarios.
  • Conducts literature review, preliminary data analysis/modeling.
  • Applies basic hydrological concepts, including precipitation–runoff relationships, evapotranspiration, soil moisture dynamics, groundwater–surface water interactions, flood/drought risk, watershed processes, streamflow dynamics, floodplain and wetland function, and water balance principles, and translates these concepts into analyses and recommendations relevant to natural resource management.
  • Locates, accesses, and prepares relevant hydrologic datasets (e.g., streamflow, precipitation, soil moisture) to support analyses and visualization.
  • Writes clear, concise results and literature review summaries.
Vegetation Ecology Specialist
  • Works with Vegetation SME to conduct Habitat Vulnerability Analyses using data for a range of emissions scenarios.
  • Conducts literature review, preliminary data analysis/modeling, and GIS data interpretation/management.
  • Evaluates implications of bioclimatic variable change on species and vegetation groups.
  • Writes clear, concise results and literature review summaries.
Wildlife Biology Specialist
  • Works with Wildlife SME to conduct threatened and endangered species Vulnerability Analyses using data for a range of emissions scenarios.
  • Conducts literature review and preliminary analysis.
  • Evaluates implications of projected changes in environmental conditions for rare species and fish and wildlife management.
  • Writes clear, concise results and literature review summaries.
Wildland Fire Ecology Specialist
  • Works with Fire SME to analyze potential changes in fire patterns and vulnerability of wildland fire management programs.
  • Conducts preliminary analyses and running established tools.
  • Provides input on implications of analysis results to the SME.
Resilience Adaptation Specialist
  • Works with Resilience SME to analyze and consider the relationship between natural resources being managed, the military mission, and weather-related vulnerabilities to make practical recommendations for adaptation.
  • Reviews models and assessments and develops strategies for adaptation.
  • May assist with development of extreme weather and baseline condition scenarios derived from downscaled projections using established R code.
Required Job Qualifications
All Specialist Positions:
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Natural Resources Management field.
  • BS/BA in: Ecology, Watershed Science, Hydrology, Wildlife Biology, Fire Ecology, Vegetation Ecology, Botany, Adaptation/Resilience, Ecosystem Science and Sustainability, or a related field.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML cannot provide visa sponsorship for the position.
  • Ability to work at the Fort Collins office 1 day per week OR if fully remote ability to align work hours with CEMML core work hours (9:00-3:00 Mountain Time).

Additional minimum qualifications based on area of focus.

Hydrology Specialist
  • 1 year of experience in applying hydrological/hydroclimatological principles to natural resource management and/or watershed science.
  • Experience conducting hydrological analyses such as Standardized Precipitation Evapotranspiration Index.
  • Experience running established code in R.
Vegetation Ecology Specialist
  • 1 year of experience with one or more of the following: vegetation mapping/monitoring, forestry, botany surveys, habitat restoration, wetland delineation, or analysis of extreme weather and baseline condition change effects on vegetation.
  • Experience conducting literature reviews.
  • Experience with vegetation data analysis or modeling.
Wildlife Biology Specialist
  • 1 year of experience with T&E surveys, fish and wildlife management, and/or analysis of extreme weather and baseline change effects on rare species.
  • Experience conducting literature reviews and preliminary data analysis.
Wildland Fire Specialist
  • 1 year of experience with wildland fire management, prescribed burning, or analysis of extreme weather and baseline change change effects in wildfire ecology.
  • Experience with wildland fire modeling tools, fire behavior analysis, and wildland fire literature.
Resilience Adaptation Specialist
  • 1 year of experience with applying adaptation principles to natural resource management and developing management strategies.
  • Experience applying vulnerability and adaptation concepts used in engineering, disaster research, and/or socioecological systems research fields.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Hydrology Specialist
  • Experience with troubleshooting and writing R code.
  • Experience with watershed science, hydroclimatological modeling, and/or extreme weather change analysis.
  • Familiarity with hydrology literature and ability to stay current with developments within the field.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely write results and interpretation of complex analyses for non-subject matter audiences.
  • Experience with natural resource management on DoD or other public lands.
  • Experience with GIS-based visualization and dashboard creation for hydro and extreme weather data.
  • Practical experience with applied hydrology measurements (streamflow, wetland delineation, water quality) is a plus.
  • Experience using science to derive practical management solutions.
Vegetation Ecology Specialist
  • Experience with manipulating, extracting, and interpreting vegetation GIS data in ArcGIS.
  • Vegetation mapping, wetland delineation, or plant identification experience in multiple US ecoregions.
  • Familiarity with the US National Vegetation Classification System and/or GAP/Landfire data.
  • Experience with natural resource management on DoD or other public lands.
  • Familiarity with environmental laws and regulations (NEPA, Sikes Act, ESA, Clean Water Act).
  • Knowledge of techniques for habitat restoration, erosion control, and invasive species management.
  • Experience with ArcGIS tools such as Dashboards, Experience Builder, and StoryMaps.
  • Experience using science to derive practical management solutions.
Wildlife Biology Specialist
  • Familiarity with a variety of special-status plant and animal species across the Continental US.
  • Experience with threatened and endangered marine species and ecosystems.
  • Experience with threatened and endangered plant species.
  • Experience with determining the factors that may contribute to species’ vulnerability under changing extreme and baseline weather conditions.
  • Experience with ArcGIS tools such as Dashboards, Experience Builder, and StoryMaps.
  • Experience with natural resource management on DoD or other public lands.
  • Experience using science to derive practical management solutions.
Wildland Fire Specialist
  • Familiarity with R or python coding.
  • Experience with fire management, prescribed burning, or natural resources management on DoD or other public lands.
  • Experience with ArcGIS tools such as Dashboards, Experience Builder, and StoryMaps.
  • Experience evaluating fire risk given various climatic and ecological variables.
  • Experience using science to derive practical management solutions.
  • Ability to interpret the results of fire modeling for non-expert audiences
Resilience Adaptation Specialist
  • Knowledge of federal guidance on extreme weather change (Executive Order 14008, DoD Directive 4715.21, etc.).
  • Professional experience with natural resource management on military or other federal lands.
  • Ability to interpret the results of extreme weather, emissions projections, and baseline environmental condition change modeling for non-expert audiences.
  • Experience using science to derive practical management solutions.
  • Familiarity with R or python coding, graphic display of complex information, ArcGIS tools such as Dashboards, Experience Builder, and StoryMaps.
Essential Duties
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. 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.

A complete application consists of:
  1. Statement of Qualifications – please clearly describe your education and experience (including certifications, licenses, and program experience) in the field that you are interested in being considered for; upload to the ‘Cover Letter’ slot)
  2. Resume
  3. 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 to candidates.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

When a position matching your selection becomes available, and if your application is selected to move forward, a search committee member will reach out with further information.

If you wish to withdraw your application from the Open Pool, you can do so at any time at https://jobs.colostate.edu/.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

This pool is valid through December 31, 2025, at which time the pool will expire.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Jessica Horvath (Jessica.Horvath@colostate.edu)
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested
Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select the position(s) that you are interested in being considered for:
    • Hydrology Specialist
    • Vegetation Specialist
    • Wildlife Biology Specialist
    • Wildland Fire Specialist
    • Resilience Adaptation Specialist

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
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