Habitat Program Manager
About The Position
The Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking an experienced Regional Habitat Program Manager to direct habitat conservation and land management initiatives. The position oversees management of more than 100,000 acres of Wildlife Management Areas and agency-held conservation easements. The Manager supervises regional habitat staff, administers program budgets and contracts, and leads ecological restoration projects across state, federal, and private lands. The role also oversees biological surveys, maintains water guzzler programs, and serves on the regional leadership team to guide agency strategy and stakeholder partnerships. The position is in-office/on-site at 1115 North Main, Springville, Utah. The role is a supervisory position and is eligible for a full benefits package. The listed hourly wage is $26.67–$42.30. A background check and drug test are not required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Conservation, Range Management, Biology, Ecology, or a closely related field, or equivalent related experience.
- Professional experience in staff supervision.
- Completion of formal leadership development training.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Wildlife, Range, or Aquatic Ecology, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in Geographic Information System (GIS) software and spatial analysis tools.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate regional habitat staff; manage hiring, task delegation, performance reviews, and professional development.
- Oversee regional Wildlife Management Areas, conservation easements, and water guzzler maintenance.
- Lead multi-jurisdictional habitat restoration projects.
- Coordinate with state and federal agencies, non-profits, livestock operators, and landowners to carry out the Watershed Restoration Initiative.
- Develop annual regional work plans, manage section budgets, draft cooperative agreements, and review external agency actions affecting local wildlife.
- Initiate biological surveys to monitor species populations and habitats.
- Represent the agency at public and interagency meetings.
Benefits
- Full benefits package eligibility.
- Generous paid time off.
- Health benefits.
- Job stability.
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
- Meaningful work benefiting the community.
- Supportive work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
