Open Space and Trails Coordinator

Title: Open Space and Trails Coordinator

Location: Broomfield, CO,  United States

Salary

$74,692.80 - $101,067.20 Annually

Location 

George DiCiero City & County Building, CO

Job Type

FT Exempt

Job Number

2025-00323

Department

Open Space & Trails

Division

Open Space & Trails

FLSA

Exempt

Job Description:

Description

CCOB Mission Statement:

"As dedicated stewards of Broomfield, our community-focused team delivers meaningful and impactful services and support." 

The Open Space and Trails Coordinator provides leadership and project oversight for the Open Space and Trails department, and assists the Open Space and Trails Director and manager in planning and execution of key goals. This position will work to plan, organize, and implement core programs and activities associated with Broomfield’s Open Space and Trails. The position maintains a safe and welcoming environment for all members of the community and fellow CCOB staff members.

Schedule: 

This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 

This hybrid position combines remote work and office hours. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday. The role also requires evening meetings or events and occasional weekend hours for special events. 

Salary Range: $35.91 - $48.59 /hour

6% Employer retirement match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Wellness discount on insurance premiums

19 days paid vacation + 10 sick days + 12 holidays per year

Free recreation pass (gym & pool)

Hybrid work schedule

Training allowance for personal growth

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a passion for open space and trails, with experience and a willingness to lead  projects and programs related to open space, trails and urban wildlife management. They will have a strong background in community engagement, people and project management, event planning, and team collaboration. The position requires an understanding of municipal government procedures related to managing and reviewing development and construction projects. They should possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to effectively complete complex long-term projects involving multiple internal and external partners. Experience with urban wildlife management and coexistence is helpful.  Additionally, it is desired that the ideal candidate will have experience using GPS and GIS technology to support tracking open space assets and the development of  management plans and policies.

Typical Day - *Please note this is not an Open Space maintenance job.

Although no day is typical, the work day may include a portion of time working from home, team meetings in the office, and/or responding to resident requests for information. Some days may involve assisting with weekend volunteer projects or evening community engagement events. This is an exempt position and not hourly. There is an expectation that some days will require additional hours beyond a typical 8 hour day and some weeks may be beyond 40 hours. Having a flexible schedule, especially during the summer months, is essential for this position. This position requires the person to address a variety of tasks that are reprioritized frequently given department and community needs.

Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties

(The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job.  The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or responsibilities and additional functions of the job at any time. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.)

• Assists with property management plans and policies, restoration planning, and coordination with Parks staff on general maintenance.

• Leads or assists with Capital Improvement Projects, private sector development review, and environmental review.

• Evaluates policies and practices of other communities related to open space and trails issues, and effectively writes and edits policy updates and planning documents, including the Open Space and Trails Master Plan.

• Reviews and prepares design studies for existing and future open space parcels.

• Provides open space and trails comments for reviews of private sector development proposals.

• Uses GIS and GPS technology to develop mapping inventory of trails, signage, and wildlife inventory. Coordinates with GIS staff and Implements updates to mapping.

• Leads  and assists with wildlife management for the department including coordinating responses to public questions and concerns, permitting of wildlife activity, and outreach and education to the public.

• Documents, researches, and responds to questions and concerns from the Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC) as well as citizens and other interested parties.  

• Attends and participates in events and public meetings relevant to the department, including OSTAC meetings, City Council meetings, and relevant community boards or foundation meetings. 

• Supports OST staff with the coordination of volunteer programs, volunteer training, and general administration of Open Space and Trails volunteers,  and communicates with Broomfield Volunteer Coordinator and other staff.

• Prepares and leads presentations to OSTAC, community groups, conferences, and other regional organizations.

• Leads and/or assists with the planning and scheduling of key Open Space and Trails events and annual programs, including the scheduling, planning, and delegation of various event preparation tasks to other staff members.

• Leads project management of community outreach efforts, communication, public interactions, and website maintenance and communications. Leads and assists with training, orientation, and work schedules for the Open Space and Trails Specialist, Technician, and Intern positions as needed.

• Works in partnership with other divisions/departments, agencies, external entities, the Open Space and Trails Advisory Committee (OSTAC), City Council, consultants, and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.

• Supports and includes equity, diversity and inclusion for all Broomfield residents in the design and implementation of Open Space and Trails programs and projects. 

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in community planning, land use, landscape architecture, environmental policy, wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a related field (required)

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (preferred)

Experience

• 4 years experience required in community planning, land use, landscape architecture, environmental policy, wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources or related field. 

Years of related experience may be substituted for required education, however  education cannot be substituted for the necessary work experience. Candidates must meet the minimum required years of work experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (in addition to above requirements):

New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: in-person or virtual interviews, reference checks, and background checks, which may include local police check and sex-offender registry. If this position is required to drive a CCOB vehicle a DMV check will be required. 

• Must be 18 years or older. 

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record for continued employment

Working Conditions

(The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities and neuro-differences to perform the essential functions.)
 

• Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday with some weekend work required.

• Monthly evening and weekend hours.

• Attend meetings as required during evening hours. Some meetings may be virtual or will require in-person attendance.

• Physical demands are described as sedentary (exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time).

• Required to move about office/facilities

• Required to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• Required to operate/use/handle/construct [equipment, e.g., office equipment, hand tools, etc.

• Required to communicate and/or detect sounds

• Required to sit, kneel, or crawl

• Requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

• May occasionally be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, or airborne particles..

• Tasks may require use of a computer for several hours.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, color vision, and peripheral vision.

• Work in year-round outdoor weather conditions.

• Requires indoor and outdoor activities.

• The noise level in the environment is moderate.

• Travel by automobile is required to attend meetings.