Outdoor Recreation Initiative Project Manager

Outdoor Recreation Initiative - Project Manager

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $34.73 - $56.80 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Tim Conyers 0
Application Deadline 9/30/2026*

*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.

Key Responsibilities

Job Title:Outdoor Recreation Initiative - Project Manager

Location: Salt Lake City UT

This position will provide staffing support for project management duties through the Outdoor Recreation Initiative (ORI) and Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance (ORPA) funded recreation projects. These projects may range from infrastructure maintenance needs to environmental analyses site studies or other outdoor recreation improvement projects. The ORI program is guided by innovative long-range strategic planning and involvement from regional recreation councils. This role will increase capacity for the ORI program team and be responsible for adding needed project management capacity for awarded applicants. Many of these projects will be done in collaboration with federal land managers state agencies local governments or NGOs and will utilize state procurement and other efficiencies to ensure effective compliant project delivery. This position will be the first of its kind within DOR and will be tasked with developing and implementing systems to track progress and status of projects. The individual will work on a dynamic team of outdoor recreation planners and professionals.

Principal Duties:

• Work with a dynamic program team to identify projects to advance from long-range plans and regional priorities. Provide staffing support to ORI regional councils as needed.
• Act as the primary liaison between Utahs Division of Purchasing private contractors local municipalities and federal agencies (USFS BLM or NPS) to streamline project approvals compliance and oversight as necessary.
• Utilize long-range planning documents and ORI regional councils to identify priority projects where state capacity will expedite project delivery.
• Ensure projects are built to comply and adhere to all necessary federal state and local standards.
• Lay the foundation for DOR to increase its project management capabilities by implementing project tracking systems etc.

Why you should join our team:

Shape Utahs outdoor recreation future by adding necessary capacity to ensure diverse projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. These projects may include restoration of campgrounds trailheads to new legacy style projects that will leave a positive impact on generations to come. Enjoy a challenge working on a large variety of subjects for a newly formed agency. You will have the opportunity to support recreational activities for the general public and Utahs visitors to enjoy. From the work you do to the people you meet along the way the Division of Outdoor Recreation will keep you on your toes and fully engaged in your work. Additionally the State of Utah offers great benefits and generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance.

Qualifications

Typical Qualifications:

• Project management experience with diverse stakeholders and projects on public lands.
• Bachelors degree in Parks and Recreation Civil Engineering Landscape Architecture Geography City and Metropolitan Planning Ecology or other related fields.

Preferred Requirements:

• Familiarity and experience with environmental permitting and requirements necessary to advance outdoor recreation infrastructure and planning projects.
• Excellent organization and proven experience coordinating between diverse stakeholders to deliver complicated environment/design/build projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders to find mutual gains when conflict arises.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has 3-5 years of project management experience on federally managed lands and experience with state or local government procurement processes.
• Expertise of NEPA and other requirements pertaining to environmental quality public safety etc.
• Ability to balance multiple projects at once ranging in complexity timelines and necessary project management involvement.
• Work well as a team member to facilitate program development and administrative needs.
• Ability to assess land management agency priorities and align with state priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across various stakeholders and lead public meetings (i.e. federal land managers consultant/vendor the public DOR staff etc.).
• Excellent organization skills and comfortable using Google suite Adobe products ArcGIS products and project management software.
• Familiarity and passion for Utahs diverse landscapes and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting which is adequately lighted heated and ventilated e.g. safe use of office equipment avoiding trips and falls observing fire regulations etc.
• Typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile back country or rough terrain.
• This is a full-time position and may occasionally require irregular hours including evenings and some field work. Overnight travel within Utah and occasionally outside of the state is occasionally required to attend meetings conferences support outdoor recreation planning and development projects etc.
• Valid Drivers License
• Estimated 15% of employees time may be spent traveling to site visits meeting with stakeholders etc.

About Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation:

In 2022 the Utah State Legislature recognized the growing importance of the outdoors to Utahs economic prosperity and quality of life and created the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR). As part of the Utah Department of Natural Resources DOR combines the nations first Office of Outdoor Recreation with other state recreation management programs including Utahs Boating Program Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program and recreation law enforcement officers. DOR is committed to ensuring every Utahn can live a healthy and active lifestyle through outdoor recreation and access to natural space. DORs areas of focus include recreational access; safety and education; stewardship and sustainable visitation; and economic growth and opportunity through outdoor recreation. For more information visit .

About the Role

Location
1594 West North Temple
Salt Lake City Utah 84116
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
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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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 .

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