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The Asotin County Conservation District is seeking a Resource Specialist to join our team.
+ More about this positionThis will be a full time, hourly position. The person in this position will work closely with local landowners, coworkers, and conservation partners. The primary responsibility for this position is the district’s riparian restoration program and general cost-share program. This including the development of voluntary conservation plans specific to each landowner’s needs and natural resource concerns. Starting compensation will be $19.00 per hour DOQ/DOE plus a competitive benefit package (Wage Range 3).
Job description and ACCD application instructions are available on our website at www.asotincd.org.
Skagit Conservation District is hiring for a Habitat Stewardship Coordinator to provide technical, educational, and administrative support on climate-adaptive projects for land-owners in Skagit County.
+ More about this positionThe Habitat Stewardship Coordinator is full-time position that provides technical, educational, and administrative support on climate-adaptive projects for land-owners in Skagit County. A successful candidate for this position is a strategic and creative thinker with excellent communication skills who is efficient and dedicated to helping our local environment and community thrive. Candidate must have relevant education or experience in environmental science, and should be proficient in Microsoft Office products. The ability to successfully work independently with excellent organizational and time-management skills is necessary for this position.
Pierce Conservation District (PCD) is seeking a full-time Grants and Contracts Program Manager. The role will ensure proper fiscal oversight, compliance with state and federal regulations and efficient post-award grant and contract administration.
+ More about this positionPierce Conservation District (PCD) is seeking a full-time Grants and Contracts Program Manager. The role will ensure proper fiscal oversight, compliance with state and federal regulations and efficient post-award grant and contract administration. To view the full job description, click the link below.
The Conservation Project Planner (Agriculture) at Whitman Conservation District works with staff, producers, and partners to develop and implement voluntary conservation plans, manage programs like the Direct Seed Program and Equipment Cost Share, provide technical assistance, oversee projects, and conduct outreach to promote sustainable agriculture while adhering to NRCS practice codes.
+ More about this positionThe primary focus of the Conservation Project Planner (Agriculture) is to work closely with Whitman Conservation District (WCD) staff, local agricultural producers, and conservation partners to develop and implement voluntary conservation plans. This position manages various projects, including the Direct Seed Program, conservation plans for producers, the Equipment Cost Share Program, and the installation of watering wells. All projects will adhere to NRCS practice codes. The planner will provide technical assistance, collect data, run tools and models, help write and manage grants, maintain equipment, oversee projects and conduct outreach to promote sustainable agricultural practices on private land. This role involves both fieldwork and office tasks and serves as an integral member of the team, coordinating efforts to enhance agricultural sustainability. This position will report directly to the District Manager.
To view the full job listing, download the PDF or click the link below.
Pierce Conservation District is Hiring! Seeking a Tacoma Habitat Stewardship Program Manager to join the team!
+ More about this positionPierce Conservation District (PCD) is seeking a full-time Tacoma Habitat Stewardship Program Manager. This position will support the restoration of critical areas across the City of Tacoma with a community volunteer Habitat Stewardship model.
How To Apply?
Apply at: https://zfrmz.com/7bHKoVOMlZepynD2vEjW
First Review of Applications: February 14, 2025*
Applications open until: Position is filled
Full Job Description is attached below, and can also be found here:
The Natural Resource Planner is a full-time, non-exempt hourly, benefited position that reports directly to the Executive Director and is mentored by the Senior Natural Resource Planner for adherence to technical standards associated with the conservation planning process.
+ More about this positionThis position must be able to build and maintain trusted relationships while working productively with our diverse community of landowners, land managers and partners including but not limited to farmers, forest landowners, residential homeowners, community organizations, tribes, and government agencies.
The primary function of this position is to deliver one-on-one technical assistance, education, and resources to land managers, as requested, including writing conservation plans that address soil, water, air, plant, animal, and energy considerations on properties, as well as designing conservation practices, assisting land managers in applying for financial assistance opportunities to implement these practices, managing contracts, and performing education and outreach tasks with various partners.
The planner will also assist with grant research, grant writing, and project management.
The work will span the natural resource priorities relevant to our island. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of water resources issues such as stormwater, shoreline, and/or water quality issues, as well as some experience with agronomy, forestry, and/or on-the-ground experience on working lands like farms and forestlands.
