Project Manager
Quick answer
Mule Deer Foundation is hiring a mid-level Project Manager for a 2-year, full-time position in southern Utah, focusing on habitat projects on USFS lands, with a salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 per year and benefits.
- Role
- Project Manager
- Organization
- Mule Deer Foundation
- Location
- Escalante, UT, Boulder, UT, or Panguitch, UT
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $55,000 - $65,000 per year, plus benefits
- Category
- Other
The role
The Mule Deer Foundation is seeking a Project Manager to assist with habitat projects on USFS lands in southern Utah. This is a full-time, field-based, 2-year position with potential for extension.
What you'll do
- Manage habitat projects
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships
- Develop scope of work
- Coordinate with staff and partners
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting
- Strengthen MDF ability to support on-the-ground restoration
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Wildlife Management/Science, Forestry, Ecology, Wildfire Science, or closely related fields
- 2+ years of experience in related fields
- Knowledge of timber sale administration, forestry techniques, wildlife management, wildfire/fuels, and/or project management
- Familiar with USFS, NEPA, stewardship agreements and other policies
- Experience or working knowledge of habitat issues
- GIS, Field Maps, remote sensing, Avenza and OnX maps, Office software, and social media platform familiarity
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401K
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position can be located in Escalante, UT, Boulder, UT, or Panguitch, UT, with remote work from home if USFS office space is not available.
What is the compensation?
The salary range is $55,000 - $65,000 per year, plus benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management/Science, Forestry, Ecology, Wildfire Science, or closely related fields, and 2+ years of experience in related fields.
How do I apply?
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references combined into a single document to [email protected] with the subject line ‘MDF Project Manager – Southern Utah’.
What is the application deadline?
Applications are accepted until filled, with preference given to applications received by August 30th, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Mule Deer Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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