Division Planner

Salary: $41.46 - $62.29 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 44480
Agency: 560 Department of Natural Resources
Unit: 1110 DNR FFSL DIRECTORS OFFICE
Opening Date: 03/11/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Recruiter: Christa Rowland, 801-538-4826
# of Openings: 1
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules
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, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description
Job Title: Division PlannerLocation: Salt Lake CitySchedule: Monday to Friday, 8-5
Job Description:
The Division Planner will help shape the future of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands. Creation of Comprehensive Management Plans for Sovereign Lands such as Great Salt Lake and Utah Lake helps set the management goals and objectives for the Division. Division-wide strategic planning guides the Division's priorities, and developing policies and Standard Operating Procedures makes the Division more efficient and cohesive.
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Responsibilities

• Develop Comprehensive Management Plans for State and Sovereign Lands.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on policy issues.
• Be the liaison between six Area Offices and the State Office on all planning and policy work.
• Fulfill duties as the Division's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) Officer.
• Update State Code and Administrative Rules.
• Help the Division think and act strategically; assisting with the development of Strategic Plans for single resources, programs, and the Division as a whole.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of natural resource policies, best management practices, and issues of concern.
• The ability to collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• An understanding of the politics of working in a government agency.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating and collaborating with diverse stakeholders is required.
• Experience creating Management Plans, Strategic Plans, and policies is required.
• The desire to be innovative and forward-thinking.
• Is willing to learn the breadth of the Division and identify how better planning can help each program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Natural Resources, Public Administration, or a related field would be beneficial. A Master's Degree in Planning, Natural Resources, Public Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in creating planning documents.
• Experience coordinating and leading public outreach.
• Experience with the Legislative process.
• Knowledge of Utah's natural resources and their issues.
• Experience managing contracts, invoices, and budgets.
• An understanding of grant writing and management.

Supplemental Information

• Most work is sedentary though it may occasionally involve being on boats, UTVs, and walking on uneven terrain.
• Some in-state travel will be required.

Why You Should Join Our Team:
The Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands offers a unique opportunity to be engaged in a multitude of projects statewide, to learn more about forest practices, wildland fire, and how sovereign lands are managed. No two days of work are alike. We balance our hard work with an appreciation of the importance of life outside the office. We support training, growth, and taking advantage of the opportunities open to us as a diverse agency.
Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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Describe your educational and professional background exeperience as it relates to this position. What qualifies you for this position?
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Explain your knowledge of and experience with state legislative processes, administrative rule making, and policy development.
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Describe your experience working with natural resource agencies, programs, and stakeholders.
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Do you have experience producing planning documents (such as; Resource Management Plans, Strategic Plans, NEPA documents, etc.)?

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