Salt Lake City (June 18, 2026) — The purchase of a roughly 50,000-acre parcel of land in the roadless area of the Book Cliffs was officially finalized on Thursday and will become part of an existing Utah Division of Wildlife Resources wildlife management area in northeastern Utah. During the 2025 legislative session, the Utah Legislature allocated $50 million to the
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking a motivated individual for a seasonal position at the iconic Strawberry Reservoir. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain diverse, hands-on experience in high-altitude fisheries management.
Salt Lake City (June 9, 2026) – On June 8, the State of Utah and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) officially finalized a landmark Cooperative Agreement to manage, protect and maintain the 216,995-acre San Rafael Swell Recreation Area in Emery County. This historic agreement marks the culmination of 25 years of intense, dedicated deliberations between the BLM, the Emery
Opening date: June 1,2026Closing date: When filledSalary: $16.50Location: Utahraptor State ParkTime frame: Spring, Summer, Fall, Positions available: (2)Park Ranger Aide Housing: Provided housing in two-bedroom apartments with basic furnishings. Full hook-up campsites available as well. Please note that only those currently employed with the park may live in seasonal housing. No pets allowed in housing units The Utah Department of Natural Resources,
Opening date: April 15, 2026Closing date: When filledSalary: $16.50 per hour Location: Daniel’s Port of Entry/Strawberry Reservoir (Wasatch County)Time frame: About May 23 to September 7, 2026 (possible extension)Positions available: 6-8Housing: Not provided
Opening date: March 15, 2026Closing date: June 15, 2026Salary: $14Location: Yuba State ParkTime frame: Positions available: May – SeptemberHousing: Yes The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks, has seasonal positions (no benefits) available at Yuba State Park. This appointment will last from approximately mid-May to September, with possibility of extension. Students may work after school/weekends while school
Opening date: MayClosing date: SeptemberSalary: $14/hrLocation: Rockport State ParkTime frame: 7am-10pmPositions available: 6-8Housing: No The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, has seasonal positions (no benefits) available at Rockport State Park, Utah Contact Information Job Duties Requirements Preferred How to Apply Submit a Seasonal Application to: [email protected] ADA InformationDNR complies with the ADA.For TTY assistance call 801 538
Opening date: MayClosing date: SeptemberSalary: $14/hrLocation: Rockport State ParkTime frame: 7am-3pmPositions available: 3Housing: No The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks, has three seasonal positions (no benefits) available at Rockport State Park, Utah. Job Duties Requirements Preferred Contact Information How to Apply Submit a Seasonal Application to: [email protected] ADA InformationDNR complies with the ADA.For TTY assistance call 801
Opening date: ContinuousClosing date: ContinuousSalary: $16.00 per hourLocation: Dead Horse Point State ParkTime frame: Main season dates from March through November. Winter positions may be available. Housing: Provided housing in two-bedroom apartments with basic furnishings. Pets may be allowed depending on current housing status. Please note that only those currently employed with the park may live in seasonal housing. We do not provide family or couple’s housing.
Salt Lake City (Feb. 19, 2026) — The Utah Department of Natural Resources has selected Joel Williams as the new director of the Utah Division of Water Resources. This appointment follows the transition of former director Candice Hasenyager, who now leads the Division of Water Quality at the Department of Environmental Quality. The announcement follows a thorough selection process, which