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Company: Colorado State University – Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands

Position Title:    Open Pool - Assistant Data Scientist - Various locations

Location:  Various locations 

Full job description and application instructions link:  https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/168109

Apply by full consideration date: 12/31/2025

Salary Range:    $61,111 - $76,397. Salaries will be adjusted based on the cost of living for the selected duty station. 

 

Position Summary (include Description of Work Unit and Position Summary):    

The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at CSU is seeking applicants to work with the National Park Service (NPS), Inventory and Monitoring Division as Assistant Data Scientist to coordinate and participate in a team focused on many aspects of the data life cycle. These positions will assist with data management activities across 2-3 network offices. Positions are contingent on funding.

 

These positions require a federal background investigation and favorable adjudication prior to starting. Anticipated start date is October 2025 – October 2027. Duration of the position is expected to last a minimum of two years. Actual length of service will depend on specific technical needs of the office, funding, and applicant performance. Official administration of the position will be from CEMML. Work may include travel to network offices across the country.

 

These positions will assist Inventory & Monitoring Division staff in creating and maintaining the tools that are used to collect, manage, visualize, and publish data collected by the program, with a special emphasis on the data publication process. These data relate to a diverse list of topics and may include hydrology, vegetation, large mammals, climate, birds, and more. Data collection assistance could involve designing and entering data in data collection apps such as ESRI Survey 123 and Field Maps. Data management tasks include writing scripts to look for data quality issues, automating tasks, and preparing metadata. Visualizing data includes creating graphs and other visualizations in R, Power BI, AGOL dashboards and other approved platforms. Data publication tasks include creating scripts to generate EML metadata, machine readable datasets, and reports using tools such as R, R Markdown and Python.

 

LOCATIONS

These roles support several networks and may be based in one of the locations listed below. Remote work may be an option in certain cases. If you’re interested in this arrangement, we encourage you to share your reasons during the application process. To ensure success in a remote setting, candidates should have a stable internet connection and be available during the host network’s core working hours.

 

During the application process you will be asked to select your preferred location. We encourage you to choose the site that best aligns with your personal and professional goals.

 

There will be one hire for each of the regions/networks.

Alaska (Anchorage, AK; Fairbanks, AK; Fort Collins, CO)

Coastal (Sausilito, CA; Fort Collins, CO)

Colorado Plateau (Moab, UT; Fort Collins, CO)

Desert (Las Cruces, NM; Tucson, AZ; Fort Collins, CO)

Eastern (Asheville, NC; Cave City, KY; Fort Collins, CO)

Marine (San Diego, CA; Palmetto Bay, FL; Volcano, HI; Fort Collins, CO)

Northeast (Woodstock, VT; Fort Collins, CO)

Pacific Northwest (Port Angeles, WA; Ashland, OR; Juneau, AK; Fort Collins, CO).

Southern (Athens, GA; Lafayette, LA; Fort Collins, CO)

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • BS or BA degree in computer science, information technology, geographic information systems, geography, biology, ecology, environmental science, or a related field.
  • Experience programming in the R statistical computing software or Python.
  • Experience creating metadata, conducting QA/QC of ecological inventory & monitoring data, and documenting procedures to meet open data/open science requirements.
  • Strong communication skills when working with various external and internal partners.
  • Experience creating data visualization and data dashboards.

 

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:

  • One year of related work experience.
  • Experience using and managing relational databases (Access, SQL Server).
  • Experience utilizing geospatial data and GIS (ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online).
  • Experience working in natural resources or with ecological data.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to communicate and document workflow status and process with program staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to ascertain the essence of an issue and effectively collaborate in a professional manner with an interdisciplinary team of data managers, ecologists, and park staff to develop and implement solutions.
  • Self-motivated with acute attention to detail.
  • Experience working in a collaborative environment.
  • Have a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date, or access to a car and licensed driver.

 

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. To learn more, please visit: 

• https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf

• https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/

• https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/

• https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/ 

 

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.

 

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.

 

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:

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)

Resume

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/.

 

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

 

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.