The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking candidates for the position of Director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is a national leader in conservation, recreation and wildlife management. CPW is Colorado’s primary agency focused on protecting and caring for some of our most valued and valuable resources and is a Division in the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. These resources form the very fabric of our state and define who we are. CPW’s mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources.
Applications are being accepted online through the State of Colorado’s job portal. The application window closes on December 31, 2025. Applications will be considered from both residents of Colorado and non-residents. Candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities are encouraged to apply.
CPW is an enterprise agency, relying primarily on license sales, state parks fees and registration fees to support its operations, including: 43 state parks and more than 350 wildlife areas covering approximately 900,000 acres, management of fishing and hunting, wildlife watching, camping, motorized and non-motorized trails, boating and outdoor education. CPW's work contributes approximately $6 billion in total economic impact annually throughout Colorado.