Colorado Jobs - Education and Training

With direct guidance of a FIA Crew Leader, and the indirect guidance of a FIA Supervisory Forester and the FIA Program Manager within the Science and Data Division of the Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS), this research position will be autonomous, independent, and responsible for conducting forest inventory field work across multiple states. The FIA Crew Member is responsible for performing a variety of recurring and complex duties in support of both CSFS and the United States Forest Service (USFS) FIA program. This collaborative partnership’s mission is to produce a comprehensive inventory of forests in all U.S. states and territories so that policy makers, land managers and owners, investors, and other non-governmental groups have timely and accurate information about the health and productivity of forests in the United States.

The incumbent will conduct a variety of field measurements including, but not limited to, those involving tree/sapling/seedling data, vegetation diversity, fuel loading measurements, stand treatments and disturbances, land ownership, and soil and erosion data collection in collaboration with USFS FIA program.

The FIA Crew Member is always expected to ensure safe working practices of themselves and their crew and be an advocate for productive team development. This position will be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the crew vehicle and all supplies and equipment they are assigned. The FIA Crew Member will work closely with USFS FIA liaisons to meet production and quality benchmarks.

A person who fills the FIA Crew Member position will operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, UTVs, ATVs, and occasionally horses or boats to access various assigned plot locations in Colorado, Wyoming, and the surrounding states. The FIA Crew Member will be required to complete daily check-in safety procedures using email, cell phones, inReach messaging devices, or satellite phones while in travel status. Road and plot navigation skills including use of GIS software and datasets, topographical maps, aerial photos, and GPS units are necessary for this position.

The FIA Crew Member will be required to hike while carrying at least 45-pound packs with all related field gear (pack weights can exceed 60 pounds for longer overnight trips). Crews work at elevations ranging from 3,500 to 14,000 feet when accessing permanent inventory plots. Crews will be expected to hike long distances to reach plot locations both on- and off-trail, and work on steep and/or rough terrain. Crews will be working in full sun, rain, and snow conditions across the full range of temperatures which can change rapidly throughout the day. The FIA Crew Member can expect to be in travel status, camping or staying in hotels and cabins, for varying lengths of time depending on plot location. A typical length of time in travel status is five days, with some trips lasting 10 or more days, during a typical nine-month field season.

When possible and with general consultation with the FIA Program Manager and/or their FIA Supervisory Forester and FIA Crew Leader, the FIA Crew Member will assist other CSFS Field Office personnel within the following areas: forest management, outreach, and administration. The incumbent will be asked to analyze and interpret findings from technical and scientific reports and be able to present summarized findings in a variety of public settings. This position is expected to assist CSFS Field Office staff with providing service, outreach, and education to landowners and cooperators/partners through written and verbal communication methods.

The Colorado State Forest Service is accepting applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining research positions within the agency. Positions will be filled as needed when vacancies open throughout the hiring period. Not all listed duty stations may be vacant during the hiring period.

The School of Education seeks applications between July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025, from individuals who are interested in securing temporary instructor positions within the Organizational Learning, Performance and Change (M.Ed.) program for the 2024 - 2025 academic year.

Instructors teach online courses in areas of their expertise and are hired periodically for fall, spring, and/or summer term, contingent upon enrollments and need. Reappointment may depend upon performance and the availability of funding.

Detailed descriptions of the School of Education and its faculty, programs, and courses are available on the web page at http://soe.chhs.colostate.edu/. Please contact the program coordinator about instructional opportunities.

The Research Support Services Coordinator within the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) is a 12-month, full-time Administrative Professional position. The CHHS Research Support Services Coordinator reports directly to the CHHS Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies. Working as a member of the College’s Research Support Services Group, the Research Support Services Coordinator will be responsible for providing

ongoing support to College faculty in pre-award sponsored research activities including federal, commercial and foundational sponsors. In addition, the Research Support Services Coordinator is expected to execute data analysis and reporting, to inform College-level decision-making and problem-solving for research issues. The successful applicant will have a strong work ethic, be able to work independently as well as within a larger team, be willing to serve in a broad variety of roles as needed and be dedicated to the mission of the college. Mixed in-person and remote work arrangements will be considered.

The Colorado State Forest Service accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals who are interested in obtaining a full or part-time Forestry Technician position, to work within one or more of CSFS programs. Forestry Technician positions will be hired from this general pool announcement periodically dependent on funding and work needs. These positions will be hired under temporary worker authorizations and may last up to 3 years. In your application materials, please provide a list of any relevant experience or coursework relevant to the program areas listed below.

Under the supervision of a Supervisory Forester or Forester, the Forestry Technician position will work to support and deliver CSFS services in one or more of the following program areas:

These positions will provide professional, science-based assistance to local landowners regarding forest health (insects, disease, and wildfire mitigation), and prepare program-related reports and plans. In addition, these positions will also provide assistance to other staff in additional program areas including: Grants, Federal land forest management through the Good Neighbor Authority, State Land management and facilities maintenance.

At times, these positions will assist and develop service agreements with landowners by creating scopes of work, assessing project budgets, resources, and personnel, deciding the technical requirements needed for the agreement, administration of science-based forest management activities and obtaining appropriate signatures. These positions must have a basic knowledge of silviculture, Forestry best management practices, insect and disease identification, pest management, wildfire mitigation and basic wildland fire suppression.

These positions are expected to provide professional services, education and outreach to landowners and cooperators/partners through written and verbal communication. Utilizing feedback from relevant sources to evaluate options and implement solutions is also critical to this position.

This position provides administrative and technical support for the interpersonal violence & response programs in the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, and the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) working closely with the front-end staff and case manager(s) to ensure timely response and monitoring of reports of sex discrimination, sex-based harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking, discrimination, and retaliation.

This role will primarily provide daily customer service support by answering phone calls, managing the main inbox, recording messages with the use of tracker logs, updating case files, managing case files, and providing technical support as needed for live Title IX hearings. The position will also provide case management and outreach/scheduling assistance to the Executive Director and Deputy Director(s).

This position will enhance constituent experience, interactions, and efficiency in compliance with university policies, as well as federal, state, and local laws. This position is vital to providing exemplary customer service to constituents contacting or visiting the office, submitting reports and/or complaints, scheduling and maintaining calendars for the Title IX and Civil Rights Coordinator, Deputy Title IX/Civil Rights Coordinator, and Civil Rights Investigators with consideration for priority of appointments and needs of the office. This position will assist the Executive Director and front-end staff with outreach and scheduling, case documentation, and note-taking support for informational sessions.

This position will be required to follow established work procedures and operate within formulated guidelines, and deviation from such requires approval of the Title IX Coordinator who is Work Lead and has oversight responsibilities for the Interpersonal Violence & Response Programs area.

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Music Instructors to teach Jazz Studies courses in the music division, and in administrative roles coordinating special programs.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.

This Veterinary Technician provides specialized support to the Small Animal Theriogenology Service. The role is essential for managing laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment; coordinating schedules; maintaining detailed client communication; and ensuring the service runs smoothly through close collaboration with clients, veterinarians, and other departments. The technician supports procedures such as artificial insemination, sample freezing, and reproductive diagnostics while maintaining databases for frozen samples and reproductive management. This position also contributes significantly to education by training veterinary students, residents, and interns in reproductive techniques and laboratory procedures, ensuring a high standard of learning and service delivery. Their expertise and decision-making ensure the efficient coordination of complex cases, high-quality patient care, and the successful execution of time-sensitive reproductive services.

A signing bonus may be considered for the successful candidate.

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.

The Department of Physics seeks temporary or special appointment applications for 2024-2025 from individuals who are interested in Research Associate positions within the department. A detailed description of the department and Research Associates are available on the department web page http://www.physics.colostate.edu

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Theatre Instructors to teach a variety of courses including performance (acting), performance skills classes (voice, speech, movement, combat), dramaturgy and world theatre, stage management, directing, dramatic literature, and playwriting.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Theatre Instructors to teach a variety of courses including performance (acting), performance skills classes (voice, speech, movement, combat), dramaturgy and world theatre, stage management, directing, dramatic literature, and playwriting.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.