Utah Forest Restoration Institute Program Manager

Requisition ID: 2024-8448

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Program Management and Support Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Exempt College: Quinney College of Natural Resourcs Department: Wildland Resources Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview The Utah Forest Restoration Institute (UFRI) in the S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources (QCNR) at Utah State University (USU) is seeking a dynamic and motivated Program Manager to help lead our efforts to serve as a hub for forest restoration in Utah. The Program Manager will: *  Oversee the programmatic, operational, administrative, fiscal, and human resources management of UFRI. *  Represent UFRI to external constituencies, fostering collaboration with state, federal, and local partners. *  Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to ensure UFRI's success. Why UFRI?The UFRI is a new Institute at USU that will work with multiple outside partners to facilitate the management of fire risks and fire effects to improve resilience to forest disturbance, serve as a hub for the dissemination of best-available science, offer training opportunities for the next generation of Utah forest managers, and create new ways for managers and researchers to collaborate given Utah's unique mix of forests, woodlands, and wildfire. About the Role:Located on the USU campus in Logan, Utah, this position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact. The Program Manager will work closely with faculty in QCNR, students, Utah and federal agencies, partners from Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes (https://sweri.org/), and other interested parties to advance the goals of UFRI. The position may change substantially and rapidly over time as staff members are hired and priorities shift from launching the Institute to running an efficient, productive organization. Therefore, the successful Program Manager will be adaptable and positive, and have advanced skills in planning, communicating, and leadership to help shape UFRI's future. Ideal Candidate Profile:We're looking for a forward-thinking leader with: *  Advanced skills in strategic planning, communication, and team leadership. *  A passion for natural resource management and forest restoration. *  A positive, adaptive mindset to navigate UFRI's dynamic growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the administrative and daily operations of UFRI, ensuring compliance with University, state, and federal policies and  regulations.
• Provide technical and/or professional coordination and leadership in the execution of day-to-day program activities, as appropriate to UFRI  objectives and area of expertise.
• Oversee the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion, enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Participate in the development of annual operating budgets.  Approve and monitor budget expenditures and prepare budget revisions. *... For full info follow application link.

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