Created by voters in 1992, GOCO uses a portion of Colorado Lottery proceeds to protect and enhance Colorado’s parks, trails, wildlife, rivers, and open spaces in all 64 counties. It awards competitive grants to local governments, land trusts, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and makes investments directly through CPW.
About the Position
The Grants Officer is responsible for administering numerous land acquisition grants awarded through GOCO’s various programs in cooperation with other GOCO staff members. This position is also responsible for the day-to-day administrative oversight of GOCO’s Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) grant awards. The position works with grantees to ensure the effective and timely completion of awarded projects. The position reports to the Deputy Director and collaborates extensively with the Parks & Wildlife Partnership Manager, Controller, and other GOCO staff members.
Benefits
The position is eligible for a full and competitive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Short & Long-term Disability
- Pension Plan
- Mandatory Deferred Compensation Plan
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Training & Educational Opportunities
- Commuter Benefits
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and letter of interest to resumes@goco.org, including “Grants Officer” in the subject line. No phone calls please. All resumes must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21 to be considered.
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and others who identify as nonwhite, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community are encouraged to apply for this role.
Great Outdoors Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected status or any other characteristic protected by law.