Assistant Aquatics Program Manager – Wil

Job Title: Assistant Aquatics Program Manager – Wildlife Biologist III (NERO)
Job Description
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) Northeastern Region office is seeking an Assistant Aquatics Program Manager. This position presents exciting opportunities to channel your love of the outdoors and improve aquatic resources. As the assistant program manager,you will assist the regional program manager in the administration and implementation of sport fish programs,and direct management of two Blue Ribbon fisheries (Flaming Gorge Reservoir & Utah Green River). The position also supervises a full-time Wildlife Biologist II. Both positions assist in the management of several smaller north-slope reservoirs and the Diamond Mountain Lakes. If youre looking for a rewarding and diverse aquatics leadership position,dont miss out on applying for this one!
Principal Duties
As the Assistant Aquatics Program Manager you will:

– Conduct field surveys to monitor populations of fish and other aquatic species
– Analyze data and prepare reports; make management recommendations based on data gathered
– Effectively communicate biological information with other biologists and members of the public
– Project planning,funding,and implementation
– Supervise field biologists (one possibly two).
– Work with the Aquatics Program Manager to coordinate management activities and programs within DWR and with other governmental agencies.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has:

– A Masters degree or be enrolled in a Masters degree program in Fisheries Biology,Natural Resources,or a closely related field
– A familiarity with standard sampling techniques used to survey North American freshwater fish
– Knowledge and proficiency in analyzing and interpreting biological data
– Supervisory experience and the ability to work cooperatively with others
– Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech

 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 masters degree in a wildlife-related natural resources field or other applicable field that is beneficial for the position. Preference for 2 or more years of demonstrated successful full-time work experience.  
Why You Should Join Our Team
The Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) cares about its employees. We strive to provide a rewarding and friendly work environment allowing employees to grow professionally and personally. When you join our team you become a member of the DWR family. In addition,you will receive great benefits and generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.
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 who 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.

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– 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 our salary to a 401(k) plan only.  

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– 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
Click [here](https://wildlife.utah.gov/) for more information about the Division of Wildlife Resources.