Jennifer Newmark named NDOW wildlife diversity division administrator
The Nevada Department of Wildlife named Jennifer Newmark as Wildlife Diversity Division Administrator. The position oversees the division responsible for Nevada’s diverse wildlife heritage through the protection, management and restoration of non-game species.
Newmark has almost 16 years of experience in increasingly responsible roles working with Nevada’s wildlife. In her most recent position, Jennifer served as the Administrator of the Nevada Natural Heritage Program, an independent state agency within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
“Jennifer is well suited to this role having a strong background in governmental program administration as well as recognized excellence in managing Nevada’s sensitive species,” said Tony Wasley, NDOW Director.
During her extensive career, Newmark has focused on a variety of species including bats, spotted frogs, Amargosa toad and Tahoe yellowcress. In addition, she has worked in all ecosystems of the state, including wetlands and isolated springs within both the Great Basin and the Mojave deserts.
“Our state is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation,” said Newmark. “I look forward to helping preserve this legacy for future generations through implementation of the Wildlife Action Plan.”
Nevada’s Wildlife Action Plan was created to help guide the actions of wildlife managers to prioritize efforts towards those species of greatest conservation concern. Through sound science, data management, innovative partnership and implementation of the plan, the Wildlife Diversity Division is working to maintain healthy, diverse populations and habitats.
Newmark holds a Master of Science in Biology from Boston University and a Bachelors of Science in Conservation Biology from the University of Nevada, Reno. Additionally, she is the US Section Council Representative for NatureServe, a network connecting science with conservation, consisting of natural heritage programs and conservation data centers found across the United States, Canada and Latin America.
The Nevada Department of Wildlife protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, and promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. Go here for more information.
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