Chief of Planning and Special Projects

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Chief of Planning and Special Projects located in Cheyenne WY. This position will have direct oversight and responsibility over high-priority projects issued from the Commission the Directors Office the senior leadership team and/or as a result of legislative actions. As part of this oversight they will assign critical tasks across multiple divisions and provide guidance and direction to ensure project outcomes are met according to the agencys mission and priorities. Successful project completion will require this position to coordinate with Division Chiefs other agency personnel other state and federal agencies and non-governmental organizations as needed. This position will also be required to directly lead or oversee internal teams and committees to provide continuity and direction in achieving department goals and will be involved in developing the agencys strategic plan. This position is also responsible for the consistent administration of Commission policies across the agency and provides support to the Directors Office and Staff regarding these policies. This position acts as the agencys custodian of public records requests and directs the administrative process of fulfilling those requests in accordance with State statutes and Commission regulations. This position will serve on the agencys senior leadership team.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance

• Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!Click here for detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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PREFERENCES:

• Preference will be given to individuals with work experience in fish and wildlife management.
• Preference will be given to individuals with experience in team leadership project management and natural resource policy work.
• Bachelors degree PLUS 5 years of professional work experience in business public administration or wildlife management.

• Skill in organizational leadership
• Skill in advanced problem-solving of complexissues
• Ability to work as a team and promote highly functioningteams
• Skill in effective communication across varied groups and individuals
• Ability to interpret and develop statutes andregulations
• Knowledge of Agency policies processes sections andstrategy
• Knowledge and wide breadth of understanding of wildlifeconservation
• Skill in maintainingorganization
• Knowledge of budget management and contractadministration
• Knowledge of Agency-related state statutes

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primarily office setting with in-state and occasional out-of-state travel.

• FLSA: Exempt
• This is an AT-WILL position which serves under the direction of the Director.
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior toappointment.
• Must apply using the State of Wyoming online application system to be considered.
• Please attach a letter of interest (limit 1 page) and leadership philosophy (limit 1page) to Eric Wiltanger Deputy Director Wyoming Game and Fish Department when submitting your application.

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