Deputy Director for Motorized Operations

State of Utah Office of the Governor•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•$53 - $90•Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation is seeking a Deputy Director for Motorized Programs to join our team. We value professionalism, trust, accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment. We are looking for a collaborative, service-focused leader who shares those values and is ready to help guide Utah’s motorized recreation programs. The Director of Motorized Programs for the State of Utah is an important part of the Division of Outdoor Recreation's management team. We are a team with an important part to play in the State of Utah. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group and have the responsibility to improve, support and create OHV programs throughout the State of Utah. Enjoy a challenge working on a large variety of subjects for a large state agency. From the work you do to the people you meet, the Division of Outdoor Recreation will keep you on your toes.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Public Administration or related field or at least 4 years professional experience in the OHV industry nonprofit or for profit, Outdoor Recreation Planning, Natural Resources or other closely related field.
Ability to quickly and efficiently drive action from plans and experience in obtaining performance from a variety of levels and teams.
Knowledge of accounting practices and financial reporting experience.
Experience working with news media as an agency representative and/or spokesperson.
Thorough understanding of the principles and best practices associated with OHV recreation management and the challenges of competing interests on limited resources.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully both verbally and in writing. Presentation skills are very important.
Diplomatic approach to solving problems and ability to work with many partners at a federal, state and local level.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with OHV community stakeholders.
Ability to work with state legislators from all political parties.
Ability to present and publicly speak to a variety of audiences.
Ability to think strategically and progressively as the recreational demands and popularity continue to grow.
Experience and/or ability to operate all types of OHVs in a variety of terrain, including loading and unloading vehicles from trucks and trailers and pulling/backing trailers.
Possess and demonstrate skills to testify in various legislative formats/entities as an OHV subject matter expert.
Principles, theories, and practices of public land, parks, recreation and natural resource management.
Principles, theories, and practices of public relations.
Concepts of effective conflict resolution.
Government budget practices.
Principles, theories, and practices of facilities operations, maintenance, and management.
Read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Agency objectives, organization, structure and mission.
Familiarization with snowcat operations and trail grooming.
Operate and maintain OHV equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct the growth of the state’s motorized recreation programs.
Set goals and strategy to ensure quality outdoor recreation opportunities for OHV users in the state.
Direct the statewide trail crew program and supervise the program manager.
Direct the work of the OHV community services manager.
Work with public and private partners in accomplishing motorized goals and strategy.
Coordinate the Division’s efforts in OHV management with federal, state, county and local agencies.
Oversee capital and operational budgets in accordance with OHV community needs, applicable laws, statute and policies.
Provide guidance for the Off Highway Vehicle Recreation (OHVR) Grant staff.
Monitor OHV restricted account funds and determine program actions, policies and statutory changes to ensure long term viability of the account.
Work with state park and federal land managers to implement state OHV program plan at public locations.
Oversee the division’s engagement with the OHV Advisory Council.
Provide direction for the winter snowmobile trail grooming program.
Provide guidance to full time and seasonal employees.
Establish annual work plans and positions.
Coordinate with law enforcement rangers to curate needs between communities/users and the DNR Division of Law Enforcement.
Work with Education Program to implement OHV Education Program, grow the program, and increase outreach.
Represent the state’s OHV program in national groups and organizations.
Hold positions on committees and councils as appointed.
Follow State Statue, Laws, Rules, Policies and Guidelines.