DNR News

Aquatic Invasive Species Technician I (Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination)

DWR employees inspecting a watercraft for invasive species.

Wildlife Technician I

The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has a seasonal position (no benefits) available at the Utah Lake Wetland Preserve.

Engine Operator – Moab

Job title: Engine Operator Agency: Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (FFSL) Opening date: 1/27/2026Closing date: 2/26/2026Salary: $24.22 – $36.38/hrLocation: Moab Time frame: May through Oct 2026Housing: None Positions available: 1 The Utah Department of Forestry, Fire & State Lands, has a seasonal position (no benefits)available in Moab, Utah. This appointment will last from approximately April 13 – October 31, 2026. On-call

Engine Operator – Monticello

Job title: Engine Operator Agency: Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (FFSL) Opening date: 1/27/2026Closing date: 2/26/2026Salary: $24.22 – $36.38/hrLocation: Monticello Time frame: May through Oct 2026Housing: None Positions available: 1 The Utah Department of Forestry, Fire & State Lands, has a seasonal position (no benefits)available in Monticello, Utah. This appointment will last from approximately April 13 – October 31, 2026. On-call

Wildlife Technician I (Aquatic Invasive Species, Pineview Reservoir)

The successful individual will work within the DWR’s Aquatic Invasive Species Program, dealing primarily with quagga/zebra mussel interdiction and education.

Wildlife Technician I (Aquatic Invasive Species, Bear Lake)

The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has seasonal positions (no benefits) available in Bear Lake, Utah.

Seasonal Park Ranger Aide/Lead Seasonal Park Ranger Aide (Goblin Valley State Park)

Opening date: January 15, 2026Closing date: When filledSalary: $16/hr ($17/hr Lead position)Location: Goblin Valley State ParkTime frame: Seasonal positions approximately March-November Positions available: 5Housing: Yes The Utah Department of Natural Resources, State Parks, has multiple seasonal positions (no benefits) available at Goblin Valley State Park, Utah. These appointments will last from March- November 2026. Housing is provided. Job DutiesThe incumbents

Wildlife Technician (Wahweap State Fish Hatchery)

The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has one seasonal position (no benefits) available at Wahweap State Fish Hatchery in Big Water, Utah. This appointment will last from approximately Feb. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026. Housing is provided.

Wildlife AIS Technician I (Bullfrog Lake Powell, UT)

Salary: $17.50 StartingLocation: Lake Powell Bullfrog, UT 84533Time frame: Up to 9 Months (Latest start date May 6, 2026) Flexible start dates from February.Positions Available: 12-16Housing: Provided at no costApplication Closing Date: April 15th, 2026 The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Law Enforcement has seasonal non-sworn positions (no benefits) available at Lake Powell Bullfrog, UT. This appointment will last from approximately April

Trail Crew Technician – Parowan (Division of Outdoor Recreation)

Opening date: January 8, 2026Closing date: April 30th, 2026Salary: $18.00 per hour/40 hours a weekPer Diem: AvailableLocation: Parowan, Utah (Southwest Region)Hours Per Week: 40Time frame: Approximately Early-May to Late-OctoberPositions available: 4Housing: Not provided The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation, has region-wide seasonal positions (no benefits) available based in Parowan, Utah. This appointment will be full time