BLM welcomes new associate district manager for High Plains District
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CASPER, Wyo. – The BLM High Plains District is excited to welcome Nita Tallent as the new associate district manager. Tallent has ten years’ experience within the Department of Interior and over 25 years as a field ecologist. In her new role, she will help further the BLM’s mission of being a good neighbor in the communities we serve, where we provide opportunities for economic growth with space for traditional uses such as ranching, mining, logging, and energy development as well as hunting and fishing.
Tallent served as chief of Natural Resource Management and Science at the Cape Cod National Seashore, prior to which she served as program manager for the Mojave Desert Network Inventory & Monitoring Program, Pacific West Region in Boulder City, Nevada. Both positions were with the National Park Service.
"I am excited to continue my public service at the High Plains District, and it is a pleasure to work with such an exceptional team of natural and cultural resource and land management professionals. What an incredible opportunity and honor to participate in the sustainable use and protection of the natural and cultural resources of Wyoming," said Tallent.
"Nita brings a tremendous background in field science and resource management. In addition to her experience in the sciences and resource management, she has a passion for fostering high-performing teams to address the challenges that public land management are currently confronting." said High Plains District Acting Manager Lori Armstrong.
Tallent is thrilled to be living in Casper and is looking forward to exploring the outdoors, history, and natural resources of the western high plains.
For more information, contact Kathleen Lacko at (307) 261-7536.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.