Wildlife Migration Coordinator

Job Title: Wildlife Migration Coordinator Job Description: Are you someone who loves wildlife and has a deep understanding of the biological and social issues that Utah wildlife face? If yes, then we might have the perfect job for you! In this role, you will collaborate closely with regional managers and district biologists to conduct and implement migration and movement monitoring projects.
Additionally, you will work with universities, sportsmen and women, agricultural partners, and federal agencies to identify migration corridors and barriers that connect wildlife habitats on Utah landscapes.
As part of your responsibilities, you will also assist in research, supervise and implement a Wildlife Tracker, which is a GIS visualization tool.
This is a one-of-a-kind position that requires someone with not only the biological knowledge but also the social skills to work with a diverse group of stakeholders and promote a spirit of cooperation.
Principle Duties: Oversee the Utah Migration Initiative Supervise personnel Administer and Manage Wildlife Tracker Coordinate with and facilitate data sharing with universities Coordinate with other state and federal agencies to input on planning efforts incorporating wildlife movement data Work with outreach to generate materials promoting the Utah Migration Initiative The Ideal Candidate: A MS in Wildlife Management or related field A thorough understanding of GIS systems, tools, and data analysis Experience as a supervisor Ability to build and maintain external and internal partnerships Experience implementing major wildlife-related initiatives or programs Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a natural resources field.
Additional preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree in a wildlife-related natural resources field or other applicable field that is beneficial for the position.
Preference for years of demonstrated successful full-time work experience will vary based on the specific position.
Why you should join our team: 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.
Below is a summary of the benefits offered to state employees: Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP): 3 medical plan options.
Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan.
There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other medical insurance coverage.
5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.
4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare Retirement- Utah Retirement Systems (URS): Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems before 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.
Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.
Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System.
Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k)) Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan.
Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
Paid Time Off: Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.
We have 12 paid holidays.
The Division: Supplemental Information Working conditions and physical requirements: Most work will be office-related but the job requires some time working in the field.
When working in the field, risks that require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.
g.
, working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
Working in extreme outdoor weather conditions.
When working in the field, work requires physical exertion.
Requires the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces, walk long distances across uneven terrain; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs.
) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods.
Other requirements: Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources or closely related field, MS preferred or 5 years experience managing wildlife species.
Professional experience chairing or facilitating committees.
Experience writing species management plans.
Supervisory experience.
Valid Driver's license.
Must be able to pass a background investigation appropriate for employees who will work with youth and with firearms.
This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday position, which requires occasional work on weekends, evenings and during emergencies.
Overnight travel is occasionally required to attend meetings and conferences and to support wildlife management projects and events.
Miscellaneous: If this position is approved for a hybrid of both in-office and remote work days.
Please note, that a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.