Wild Horse & Burro Programs Lead

Bureau of Land Management; Delta (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Land Management in Utah (Delta) seeks a Program Officer to lead the administrative and operational WH&B activities, plan events, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and coordinate outreach. The role emphasizes maintaining records, coordinating transportation, and serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative on agreements.

A one-year probationary period applies, with evaluation of performance and agency needs to determine continued employment and mission alignment.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Background investigation and favorable adjudication required.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12-31-59.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing are required.
• Cannot hold active real estate license or stocks in firms with Federal Lands interests.
• May need to obtain government charge card for travel/purchases.
• Firearm qualification/certification required and maintained.
• Free of domestic violence convictions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administrative and operational functions of the office's WH&B activities ensuring compliance with applicable objectives, standards, and policies.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute WH&B events in line with program guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing WH&B management.
• Collaborate with public affairs to develop outreach strategies and raise awareness of WH&B.
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit and retain volunteers for WH&B programs.
• Coordinate transportation and vehicle allocations for WH&B operations and arrange contractor transport as needed.
• Act as Program Officer/CO's Representative on agreements for facilities, training or clinician services.
• Maintain accurate records of WH&B information related to receiving, preparing, and dispositioning WH&Bs.

Skills

Leadership

Event planning

Public outreach

Contracting oversight

Logistics coordination

Policy compliance

Job description

Bureau of Land Management in Utah (Delta) seeks a Program Officer to lead the administrative and operational WH&B activities, plan events, ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and coordinate outreach. The role emphasizes maintaining records, coordinating transportation, and serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative on agreements.

A one-year probationary period applies, with evaluation of performance and agency needs to determine continued employment and mission alignment.