NATURAL RESOURCE ANALYST-UNCLASSIFIED
Salary
$90,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annually
Location
Las Vegas
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02741
Department
COLORADO RIVER COMMISSION
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Salary Grade
Not Assigned
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Las Vegas, NV, 89106
Job Summary
The Colorado River Commission of Nevada (CRC) is seeking a Natural Resource Analyst to support Nevada's environmental, scientific, and policy interests on the Colorado River. The Natural Resource Analyst provides technical analysis and policy support on environmental and natural resource issues affecting the Colorado River system. The position focuses on adaptive management science, environmental compliance, ecosystem monitoring, and technical evaluation of interstate and federal river management programs.
The analyst will represent Nevada in technical committees and stakeholder discussions involving Colorado River operations, endangered species management, environmental monitoring, and adaptive management programs, including participation in the Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management Program Technical Work Group and the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCMSCP). This position is well suited for a motivated professional capable of independently evaluating scientific information, interpreting technical studies and monitoring data, and translating complex technical issues into management and policy recommendations.
Essential Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of professional experience in environmental science, biology, ecology, fisheries science, natural resources management, environmental policy, environmental engineering, or a closely related field; and
At least three (3) years of professional experience related to environmental analysis, ecosystem management, fisheries science, water resources, environmental compliance, ecological monitoring, adaptive management, or related scientific programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Duties
Conducts comprehensive analyses of environmental, ecological, and operational issues affecting the Colorado River system, drawing on scientific literature, monitoring reports, technical analyses, and agency documentation while maintaining an advanced understanding of emerging research relevant to ecosystem management and environmental compliance. Responsibilities include evaluating ecosystem responses to river operations and adaptive management experiments, reviewing Grand Canyon monitoring and research activities, and assessing matters related to endangered and native fish species such as the humpback chub, as well as management strategies for non-native species including smallmouth bass. Supports Nevada's engagement in interstate and federal environmental programs and technical committees, and prepares science-based recommendations, briefing materials, reports, and presentations for agency leadership and partner organizations. Additionally, participates in stakeholder meetings, technical workshops, and interstate coordination efforts, while providing support for environmental compliance, budgeting, cost tracking, customer billing, and spreadsheet development associated with the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program. Communicates complex scientific information to both technical and non-technical audiences and maintains effective working relationships with federal agencies, interstate partners, consultants, researchers, and stakeholders. Periodic travel throughout the Colorado River Basin and the western United States may be required.
Overall Expectations:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of environmental compliance frameworks including the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
Strong preference for candidates with experience with Colorado River issues, endangered species management, interstate water management, ecosystem restoration, federal advisory programs, or large-scale environmental compliance programs is highly desirable.
Experience with Colorado River issues, endangered species management, interstate water management, ecosystem restoration, or large-scale environmental compliance programs is highly desirable
Experience with adaptive management, river ecology, fisheries science, hydrology, ecosystem monitoring, or environmental planning
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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