Big Game Coordinator - Wildlife Coordinator

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Job Title: Big Game Program Coordinator - Wildlife Coordinator

Job Description:
The Division of Wildlife Resources is looking for a wildlife biologist that is passionate about and has vast understanding of the biological and social issues facing Utah's big game species. If you’re a natural resource professional with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of Utah's Big Game - and values a workplace culture that promotes inclusion, accountability and professionalism — this might be the perfect job for you.

You would work closely with regional managers and district biologists to coordinate, direct, and evaluate the big game program including mule deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, moose, bison, and mountain goats. This position will collect and analyze harvest and resource user information and prepare statewide recommendations for species and unit management plans. This position will require a person with not only the biological knowledge but with the social skills to work with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.

When you work for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, you're helping improve the quality of life for everyone who calls the Beehive State home. Utah's abundant wildlife populations are a direct result of active, hands-on work by our employees and partners. Division employees give Utahns, and visitors to the state, something to smile about and stories they can't wait to share with their friends and family. Plus, the generous paid time off and great health benefits help ensure that you can spend quality time with your loved ones.
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For more information about the department or division, please click the links below:
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
Utah Department of Natural Resources
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Requirements

Principle Duties:
As the big game program coordinator, you will:

• Coordinates, develops, directs, and evaluates the big game program including mule deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, moose, bison, and goats
• Prepare species and unit management plans
• Designs and directs research and technical evaluations
• Collects, compiles and analyzes harvest and resource user information and prepares recommendations
• Drafts annual big game and antlerless proclamations, rules and policies
• Presents information at public meetings
• Develops and oversees annual work plan
• Provides technical assistance on big game issues and management
• Represents the division on multi-state and inter-agency big game management initiatives

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Program Leadership: Experience developing species management programs, annual work plans, and administrative rules/proclamations.
• Scientific Research: Ability to design biological studies and direct technical evaluations using the scientific method.
• Data & Analysis: Proficiency in population modeling, statistical analysis, and interpreting harvest data for data-driven recommendations.
• Policy & Finance: Knowledge of budget management and compliance with state/federal laws and organizational policies.
• Communication: Experience presenting complex data at public hearings and drafting formal technical reports or management plans.
• Collaboration: Ability to represent the organization in multi-state and inter-agency initiatives.
• Preferred/Additional Qualifications:
• BS Degree: Biology, Wildlife Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.

Preferred/Additional Qualifications:

• Education: MS in Wildlife Management, Biology, or a closely related natural resource field.
• Advanced Fieldwork: Specialized knowledge of wildlife capture and advanced research methodologies.
• Leadership: Proven success in team building, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Public Relations: High-level interpersonal skills to influence public perception and build stakeholder relationships.

• Program Leadership: Experience developing species management programs, annual work plans, and administrative rules/proclamations.
• Scientific Research: Ability to design biological studies and direct technical evaluations using the scientific method.
• Data & Analysis: Proficiency in population modeling, statistical analysis, and interpreting harvest data for data-driven recommendations.
• Policy & Finance: Knowledge of budget management and compliance with state/federal laws and organizational policies.
• Communication: Experience presenting complex data at public hearings and drafting formal technical reports or management plans.
• Collaboration: Ability to represent the organization in multi-state and inter-agency initiatives.

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

• Risks found in a typical office setting, plus occasional outdoor work in variable weather conditions and terrain. There will be walking, standing, bending, carrying light items and occasional lifting of items that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position, which requires occasional work on weekends, evenings and during emergency situations. Overnight travel is occasionally required to attend meetings and conferences and to support wildlife management projects and events.

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