Executive Division Director & State Forester

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division Director and State Forester at the State of Utah oversees statewide forestry, fire management, sovereign lands, and mineral policy across Utah. Reporting to the Commissioner, this executive leads the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, guiding strategy, programs, budgets, and staff performance to protect natural resources and public safety.

Based in Salt Lake City, this in-office role demands strategic vision, strong administration, and collaboration with state leaders and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of forestry.
• Experienced in administration and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversees statewide fire suppression, prevention, sovereign lands, and forest management programs.
• Provides strategic guidance and budget oversight for the division.
• Represents the division with state, local, and federal partners.
• Manages division personnel, hiring, and performance evaluations.
• Prepares annual budget proposals to the Legislature and tracks fiscal activity.

Skills

Administration

Education

Forestry degree

Job description

The Division Director and State Forester at the State of Utah oversees statewide forestry, fire management, sovereign lands, and mineral policy across Utah. Reporting to the Commissioner, this executive leads the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, guiding strategy, programs, budgets, and staff performance to protect natural resources and public safety.

Based in Salt Lake City, this in-office role demands strategic vision, strong administration, and collaboration with state leaders and