Western Program Director

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Wildlands Network seeks a Western Program Director to lead and manage, in
partnership with the Senior Biologist, Western Region, its conservation portfolio across
Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah within the Western Wildway. The Director will
develop and implement large-landscape conservation strategies that advance wildlife
connectivity through science, policy, partnerships, and on-the-ground action.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

The Director will oversee existing programs focused on wildlife crossings, wildlifefriendly
infrastructure and development, habitat connectivity, and wildlife recovery (as
outlined in the current strategic plan), while identifying opportunities to scale impact and
secure new resources. The position supervises regional staff (Arizona and Utah Project
Managers) and leads engagement with Tribal, local, state, and federal decisionmakers.

Other Information/Requirements: 

This job requires travel for events, meetings with partners, field work, and other needs,
primarily within New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Arizona but some travel to national
conferences or events may be required. Employee travel will be subject to Wildlands
Network’s guidelines for health and safety and state and federal guidelines when
applicable. Travel to Mexico and/or Canada may be required for organizational meetings.
Location: Location flexible throughout New Mexico.

How to Apply: 

To apply, please send a statement of interest and resume to
[email protected]. Please no calls or direct emails to staff. To be
considered, applicants must submit materials through this email account. Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted through November 30th.

Salary Range: 
$95,000-100,000 annual salary
Contact Information
Name: 
Katie Davis
Agency/Organization: 
Wildlands Network
Address: 
City: 
Farmington
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87401
Business Phone: 
8015602414
Business Fax: 
Email Address: 
[email protected]
wildlandsnetwork.org
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Nov 11 2026
Date to Remove: 
Dec 1 2026

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