GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Wildlife Communications & Conservation Outreach Manager to lead our statewide information, education, and outreach efforts. This position plays a critical role in advancing wildlife conservation and management by guiding public information campaigns, shaping strategic messaging, and overseeing programs that promote understanding and stewardship of Wyoming’s wildlife resources.

The Manager develops and implements media, marketing, and communications plans, working closely with the Game and Fish Commission, Governor’s Office, and Director’s Office to address critical management and high-priority initiatives affecting the Agency and the State. As a key member of the Department’s Leadership Team, this position helps shape agency/division policies and guide responses to emerging issues. The Manager supervises and provides leadership to several essential programs, including Conservation Education, Hunter Education, Hunter/Angler Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation; Publications; Video Production; Graphic Design; Human Dimensions; and Customer Outreach Services.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Serve on the Agency’s Leadership Team, addressing major priorities, management, particularly those impacting wildlife conservation and management.
• Guide public information campaigns, strategies, and outreach efforts that advance wildlife management goals and build public support for conservation.
• Develop and implement comprehensive media, marketing, and communications plans
• Work closely with the Director’s Office and the Governor’s Office to address wildlife conservation information and education initiatives
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of communication and outreach activities
• Demonstrate outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills that keep clients, partners, and stakeholders informed and engaged
• Directly supervise the Agency’s Public Information Officer and a professional team overseeing critical programs such as Conservation and Hunter Education, Recruitment and Retention, Publications, Video Production, and Customer Outreach.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants with leadership experience managing diverse teams and complex programs.
Preference may also be given to those with experience or training in wildlife management, conservation education, or direct work with wildlife agencies, in addition to communications, education, or marketing.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Expertise in transforming technical wildlife and conservation information in to strategic, accessible messages delivered through effective channels.
• Highly collaborative, with experience developing and executing communication strategies that support wildlife management objectives.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple key initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to unify and position communications efforts at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Self-starter who enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives to advance conservation and public engagement.
• Knowledge of public information and media practices, marketing principles, brand management, and targeted messaging.
• Knowledge of conservation and hunter education programs, publication production, recruitment and retention principles, and operations of state wildlife agencies.
• Understanding of Wyoming State Government practices, including budgeting, purchasing, and personnel management.
• Decision-making skills, directing and delegating work, prioritizing resources, and fostering teamwork and adaptability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Public Relations)

Experience:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Public Relations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Public Relations Supervisor

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:
6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Public Relations) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Public Relations Supervisor

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Statewide travel is required

NOTES: 

• FLSA:  Exempt
• Must have a valid driver's license
• This position is to be At-Will

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.