Utah Pollinator Program Manager

Job Title - Utah Pollinator Program Manager

FT / PT Status – Full-time
Benefits Eligibility – Benefited
Salary – $34.05 - $56.51
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Christa Rowland | crowlan@utah.gov | 801-538-4826
Application Deadline – 11-13-26

*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

This is a full-time Program Manager for the Utah Pollinator Program. This is an "Exempt" position that will be managing a statewide program focused on the establishment of pollinator habitat throughout the state, with the hopes of increasing the number of native pollinators found in rural and urban areas. The applicant will be expected to promote the pollinator habitat program, and present at various venues to educate agricultural producers, homeowners, and partners about the program. The applicant will oversee the continuation and development of a statewide grant program. This will is a competitive grant, and may award native plants, or develop a seed cost share program to help agricultural producers implement large scale pollinator projects on their operations. This individual will track and report on all projects that are implemented. This position will be housed at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food and the applicant should have experience working in the agricultural community. This individual will also conduct outreach across the state focused on the importance of pollinators, and what the public can do to establish habitat for these native pollinator species.

This position works with and under the direction of the Conservation Division in the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food. The office will be located at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food office building in Taylorsville, Utah.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the Utah Pollinator Habitat Program:
• Solicit applications and opportunities for pollinator habitat projects and partnerships
• Work with the Pollinator Steering Committeeto refine project proposals, identify areas for program improvement, and develop annual ranking criteria for existinggrants.
• Develop contracts for all grant recipients, and oversee reporting for the projects that are implemented.
• Monitor, assess, and report on program efficiency and grant successes
• Conduct outreach throughout the state focused on the importance of native pollinators, and educating the public about their role inestablishing habitat.
• Develop and cultivate partnerships with state, federal, and local agencies, as well as private landowners and nonprofit organizations for all aspects of the program, including native plant materials development and project collaboration.
• Develop and adhere to a statewide strategic pollinator management plan with the Pollinator Steering Committee.This plan should guide programmatic decisions, and ultimately help strategically identify best practices and locations where these projects would be most effective.
• Apply for grants that can help supplement existing funding for the Pollinator Habitat Program.
• Manage the TSOB Pollinator Demonstration Garden: a 7,500 sqft meadow-scape of native plants located inside the Taylorsville office building complex.To include weeding, irrigation, planting, and other seasonal maintenance along with volunteer group organization.This garden is used for seed collection, planting demonstrations, and as educational outreach.
• Seed collection and sourcing: you will occasionally be required to source and solicit seeds for program development.

Qualifications

• Possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience in Agronomy, Entomology, Soil Science, Botany, Horticulture, Ecology and/or Wildlands Restoration, or other natural resource management degree.
• Have a high degree of self-motivation and work with minimal supervision.Must work well with technical and professional staff, elected officials, and local stakeholders.
• Possess a valid Utah vehicle driver's license. This position may require the occasional use of a personal vehicle on both public and private roads during daylight hours and after dark.Mileage will be compensated for business use of personal vehicle.
• Offer services to individuals and groups without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other such designations protected by law.

Supplemental Information

• Work may require some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities.
• Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA 53-3-202(1)(a).granted the privilege to operate a motor vehicle by being licensed as a driver by the division under this chapter.
• Work and/or office hours are generally from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend meetings and occasional overnight trips are required to attend various state and federal agency meetings.

About the Role

Location – 4315 S 2700 W Taylorsville, Utah
Background Check Required – No
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B

Why You Should Join Our Team

The State of Utah has great benefits and the Department of Agriculture and Food is made up of a group of great people with a farmer's work ethic. If you have a passion for agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Food is the place for you.

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.

The Agency
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EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.