Habitat Program Manager
About The Position
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking an experienced Regional Habitat Program Manager to direct habitat conservation and land management initiatives in its Central Region. The position oversees more than 100,000 acres of Wildlife Management Areas and agency-held conservation easements, supervises regional habitat staff, administers program budgets and contracts, and leads ecological restoration projects across state, federal, and private lands. It 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 full-time and in-office/on-site in Springville, Utah. It offers an hourly wage of $26.67–$42.30 and is eligible for a full benefits package. The application deadline is November 5, 2026, although the posting may close earlier if a sufficient applicant pool is received.
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, including 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, nonprofits, livestock operators, and landowners to execute the Watershed Restoration Initiative.
- Develop annual regional work plans, manage section budgets, and draft cooperative agreements.
- Review external agency actions affecting local wildlife.
- Initiate biological surveys to monitor species populations and habitats.
- Represent the agency at public and interagency meetings.
- Serve on the regional leadership team to guide agency strategy and stakeholder partnerships.
Benefits
- Full benefits package, including health benefits and paid time off.
- Job stability within a well-established organization.
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
- Meaningful work benefiting the community and supporting organizational goals.
- Supportive work environment that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
