Restoration Coordinator - Great Salt Lake

State of Utah; Hooper (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking a Restoration Coordinator to lead vegetation projects and support wetland management at Great Salt Lake. The role involves fieldwork, budget tracking, and coordination with multiple agencies to implement plans and monitor outcomes.

You will work in office and field environments, using ArcGIS and data-driven approaches. Strong writing, communication skills, and knowledge of wetland plant and bird species are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying plants in a professional setting (At least 1 year, more is better).
• Technical writing skills (At least 1 year, more is better).
• Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and verbally.
• Knowledge of Great Salt Lake avian species.
• Knowledge of wetland invasive species management (Phragmites).
• GIS skills and map-based work.
• Ability to maintain equipment; safely haul heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of trailer backing and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in collaborative efforts to improve vegetation in Great Salt Lake wetlands.
• Plan and track treatments using ArcGIS; manage budgets and contracts with spreadsheets.
• Monitor vegetation treatments and operate large wetland equipment.
• Collaborate with researchers to establish best management practices.
• Supervise staff or volunteers, including hiring assistance and training.
• Plan vegetation treatments and monitor project outcomes.

Skills

Plant identification

Technical writing

Clear communication

Written communication

Bird species knowledge

Invasive species

GIS skills

Equipment maintenance

Trailer backing

Wetland restoration

Education

Bachelors degree in natural resources

Tools

ArcGIS

Excel

Job description

About The Role

Job Title - Restoration Coordinator

FT / PT Status – Full-time

Benefits Eligibility – Yes Salary – $30.26 - $38.32 Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office Recruiter – Christa Rowland | [e-mail] | 801-538-4826 Application Deadline – 11-8-26

• This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Job Description

Are you interested in wetland management and restoring native vegetation and habitat? Are you looking for a diverse and challenging job involving field work and project management? Then you could be the Restoration Coordinator we are looking for. The Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, in partnership with the Division of Wildlife Resources, is hiring a Restoration Coordinator to coordinate vegetation projects and assist with wetland management in Great Salt Lake's wetlands.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the collaborative effort to improve vegetation in the wetlands of Great Salt Lake.
• Plan and track treatments with ArcGIS, manage budgets and contracts with spreadsheets, monitor and inspect vegetation treatments, drive an airboat and wetland tractor to implement and monitor treatments.
• Apply specialized knowledge of agency, inter-agency, and industry business practices to assist with or implement vegetation improvement projects in GSL wetlands.
• Make recommendations for the prioritization of funds, implement budget(s) for service delivery, track allocations and expenditures and evaluate field results to provide feedback for reprioritization as needed.
• Collaborate with researchers to establish best management practices.
• Collaborate with project partners to leverage funding and efforts.
• Supervise staff or volunteers including hiring assistance, workload prioritization, delegation and training
• Plan vegetation treatments.
• Execute vegetation treatments using large equipment.
• Monitor and track project success.
• Understand basic hydrology and wetland plant ecology, irrigation system dynamics and design, agriculture equipment and small motorized equipment (ATV, boats, airboats, power tools, etc.) operation and maintenance, herbicide use and equipment for controlling invasive weed species.
• Showcase the accomplishments of the Divisions and provide the public with information regarding projects, including public speaking.
• Work with diverse user groups and age groups.
• Have an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of wetland management practices.
• Identify common bird species.

Qualifications

Minimums

• Experience identifying plants in a professional setting (At least 1 year, more is better), especially knowledge of Great Salt Lake wetland plants.
• Technical writing skills (At least 1 year, more is better).
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Knowledge of Great Salt Lake avian species.
• Knowledge of Phragmites and other wetland invasive species management.
• GIS skills.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance; ability to safely secure and haul heavy equipment; ability to back up trailers.

Preferred

• Wetland restoration knowledge.
• Bachelors degree or higher in natural resources related field, or commensurate experience.
• 5 years experience in ecological restoration project management.
• 5 years experience with facilitating stakeholder and public meetings.
• Extensive experience with native plant restoration.
• An understanding of how waterfowl hunting plays an important role in conservation.
• Experience working in and around, and maintaining small and heavy equipment.
• Experience managing contracts and intergovernmental agreements.
• Bird identification skills.
• Wetland plant identification.
• Public relation skills.

Supplemental Information

• Working in outdoors in extreme weather and remote locations. Working in wetlands in which numerous hazards exist.
• Working from airboats and other specialized wetland equipment to complete various tasks associated with wetland management (i.e., goose banding, duck banding, data collection, herbicide applications, rotenone treatments).
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Crouching, standing, climbing, walking, marsh hiking.
• working safely around herbicides and pesticides.
• Some travel opportunities may be available. There may be occasions where you will be required to work weekends.
• Typical office work.
• Valid Drivers License.

About The Role

Location – Weber County

Background Check Required – No

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B

Why You Should Join Our Team

The State Lands team within the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands and the Wetland Program within the Division of Wildlife Resources manage some of Utah's most amazing wetlands in and around the Great Salt Lake. Utah's wetlands provide a challenging work environment with staff who are motivated by their love of the resource. The DNR staff working to restore and maintain the wetlands of Great Salt Lake is looking for a another strong member of the team.

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

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