Regional Wildlife Program Manager – North Puget Sound

The Wildlife Society; Stanwood (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wildlife Society in Washington is seeking a Regional Wildlife Program Manager for North Puget Sound Region 4. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, provide strategic direction, and align work with agency goals to conserve wildlife and support recreational outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, guiding policy development, managing budgets, and coordinating with officials and private landowners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management, Natural Resource Science, or a related field.
• Five years of professional wildlife management experience in related areas.
• Three years of supervisory or multi-division leadership experience.
• Experience managing budgets, grants, or contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and executive oversight to advance wildlife conservation and recreation objectives.
• Supervise regional Wildlife Program staff and foster accountability, collaboration and team effectiveness.
• Oversee four divisions (Game, Wildlife Diversity, Landowner Services, Lands) and staff across Region 4.
• Develop policies and hunting season recommendations with regional impact.
• Manage the Region 4 Wildlife Program budget and stakeholder negotiations.
• Engage with legislators and keep community partners informed about wildlife programs.

Skills

Wildlife management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Habitat management

GIS mapping

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management or Natural Resource Science

Tools

GIS mapping

Data analysis

Job description

The Wildlife Society in Washington is seeking a Regional Wildlife Program Manager for North Puget Sound Region 4. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, provide strategic direction, and align work with agency goals to conserve wildlife and support recreational outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, guiding policy development, managing budgets, and coordinating with officials and private landowners.