Hunter Education Administrative Assistant

Hunter Education Administrative Assistant (Office Specialist II)

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $15.87 - $19.77 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Karen Weir | kweir@utah.gov | 8015387425
Application Deadline – 6/30/2026 (At 5:00 PM)

Job Description:
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking ahighly organized, personable Office Specialist to join our Salt Lake Conservation Outreach team. This dual-purpose role is the administrative backbone of our Hunter Education program. Approximately 75% of your time will be dedicated to supporting the Hunter Education program: managing schedules and coordinating essential office duties. The remaining 25% issued to provide vital administrative support to our communications and wildlife recreation programs.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:

• Administrative Support: Manage information across written and electronic formats, including data entry, transcription, and record-keeping.
• Program Coordination: Handle scheduling duties for the Hunter Education program and distribute supplies or materials as needed.
• Data Management: Use Microsoft Excel to establish and administer databases; compile, audit, and verify information for accuracy.
• Team Leadership: Supervise occasional seasonal employees or interns and collaborate effectively with volunteers.
• Quality Control: Review and edit documents for grammar, spelling, and punctuation to ensure professional standards are met.
• Office Operations: Operate standard office equipment and maintain organized physical and digital filing systems.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers License
• DNR required training (defensive driving. security), awareness etc.)
• Must successfully pass a background check
• Demonstrated experience in office practices and procedures
• Ability to conduct research using various methods and sources
• A professional telephone manner and excellent listening skills
• Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to wildlife conservation outreach

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• CPR/First Aid
• Hunter Education Instructor Certificate
• Bowhunter Education and Furbearer Education
• Certification: National Archery in the Schools Basic Archery Instructor Certification (NASP BAI Certificate)
• Experience hunting, fishing, shooting or trapping

About the Role
Location –
1594 West North Temple
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Work Schedule - M-F 40 hours
Work environment, working conditions, physical requirements -

• This position requires traveling as much as 5% of the time, but working mostly in a normal office environment to manage multiple tasks.
• This position may require some night, weekend and holiday work; ability to work outdoors and occasional strenuous lifting of equipment and materials.
• This position requires general safety (commonsense, motor vehicle operators license, defensive driving training) considerations.

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
When you work for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, you're helping improve the quality of life for everyone who calls the Beehive State home. Utah's abundant wildlife populations are a direct result of active, hands-on work by our employees and partners. Division employees give Utahns, and visitors to the state, something to smile about and stories they can't wait to share with their friends and family.

For more information about the department of division, please click the links below:
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
Utah Department of Natural Resources

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, please contact (801) 957-9390.