David Cooper

As a BLM AD, I have had numerous wildfire assignments every year as Logistics Section Chief 2, Supply Unit Leader and Facilities Unit Leader. Currently on the Roster (2023-2025) with Great Basin Team 6 as Supply Unit Leader.

1st NCA Manager for the Black Rock Desert - High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area.

• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes such as completion of the NCA Resource Management Plan meeting congressional deadlines.
• Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
• Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
• Collateral duties included wildlandfire assignments as Logistics Section Chief 2, Supply Unit Leader, and Facilities Unit Leader

• Managed recreation programs for the District.
• Mentored, trained & coached 4 Resource Area outdoor recreation planners.
• Developed recreation and maintenance plans for District programs.
• Developed, implemented and tracked multi million dollar budgets.
• Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
• Collateral duties included wildlandfire assignments as Logistics Section Chief 2, Supply Unit Leader and Facilities Unit Leader

• Manage District recreation and wilderness programs with oversight in for 3 resource area offices.
• During this time period, Collateral duties included wildlandfire as Firefighter 2, Medical Unit Leader, EMT, Supply Unit Leader, Facilities Unit Leader, Type 2 Logistics Section Chief, Receiving Distribution Manager and Ordering Manager.