Job Postings

The District Manager is responsible for overall management of the District, supervision of district employees and satisfaction of district clients. The District Manager provides administrative leadership to assist the Board of Supervisors with the coordination,management and administration of conservation programs throughout the District. The District Manager ensures that all District functions are managed, and services provided in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and policies.

Find the full job description and application instructions here.

The District Manager is responsible for overall management of the Conservation District, supervision of District employees, and technical assistance to District clients.  The District Manager assists the Board of Supervisors with coordination, management, and administration of conservation programs throughout the Jefferson County Conservation District.  The District Manager ensures that all District functions are managed, and services are provided in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies. For first consideration, application packets must be received by the District on or before 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2020. This position will remain open until filled.

You can find the full job description and application instructions here.

Seven Puget Sound conservation districts (PSCDs) are collaborating to build and deliver a new Regional Forest Stewardship Program (Program) that seeks to promote and conserve resilient forests for multiple benefits through forest stewardship services. Forest stewardship services will be delivered by a corps of three Forest Stewardship Program Coordinators working at three separate duty locations each serving an area comprised of multiple conservation districts.  The goal of the Program is to improve forest health and reduce the risk of conversion by empowering communities and forest landowners to become knowledgeable and successful stewards of forest resources.   Stewardship priorities include forest and watershed health and resilience, water quality and riparian and fish and wildlife habitat,contiguous areas under active management and in proximity to surface waters and publicly held open spaces and conservation sites, and profitable working forest lands. This is a 2-year program with potential for extension depending on funding. Individuals occupying the forester positions will help build and make the case to secure long-term program funding. This position announcement is open until positions are filled, but priority will be given to applications received by 11:59 pm, Sunday,October 4, 2020. 

 A full position description and application instructions and materials are available here.

The Projects Coordinator position is responsible for project development and coordination between the Mason Conservation District, landowners, partner organizations, and investors. The position supports the District’s mission by developing, funding, and implementing habitat restoration projects in Puget Sound watersheds. The successful candidate will demonstrate the proven ability to manage complex environmental projects involving diverse partners and stakeholders on private and public lands. This position is supervised by the Habitat Program Manager. View the full job description in the attachment provided below, and apply by emailing a Cover Letter and Resume to accounting@masoncd.org.

Anticipated Start Date: Early October

Applications will remain open until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to completed applications received by September 20, 2020.

The holder of this position will focus their efforts in sub-basins of the Puyallup Watershed in Pierce County specifically selected as priority areas for improvement.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with landowners to solve natural resource concerns using creativity, best practices, and through long-term relationships with these clients.  This is an exciting opportunity to work on some of the most pressing natural resource challenges related to water quality, soil health, and endangered species recovery in a growing region.  The person hired for this position is directly responsible to the District’s Farm Planning and Agricultural Assistance Program Director. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on September 21.

Find the full position description and application instructions on Pierce Conservation District's Website.

The part-time Accounting Assistant works directly with the Accountant to record, process and report on the District’s finances and budgets. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for the administrative, clerical and data-entry activities related to accounts payables and receivables, grant invoicing, payroll and human resources, account reconciliation, financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and State and Federal filings. Find the full job description and application instructions here.

View the job posting on Thurston Conservation District's page.

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The position could be based out of either office, which will be discussed during interviews.The Engineer-In-Training will assist conservation district planners and engineers in the field and in the office. This position will directly support the work of staff at Skagit and Snohomish Conservation Districts. Professional Engineers in each of these two offices provide engineering support to multiple nearby conservation districts, so tasks may extend into surrounding conservation districts within the greater Puget Sound area. This position will aid conservation district staff to develop project designs and work with landowners to implement various projects. Funding for this position is currently provided by a grant awarded to Snohomish Conservation District for the purpose of implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) on private properties.

Applications will be open until position is filled. However, priority will be given to applications received by 8:00 am, Monday, September 21, 2020. 

A full position description and application instructions areavailable at: https://snohomishcd.org/employment.

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Clark CD is the lead agency on a new project – Poop Smart Clark.  Poop Smart Clark is an innovative Pollution Identification and Correction (PIC) program leveraging local, state, and federal funds and partnerships to address a primary source of bacteria pollution limiting water quality in Clark County.  This position will act as the technical lead on livestock planning for this program.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with residents, landowners, and land managers to solve natural resource concerns using best management practices, creative thinking, and long-term relationships with clients.  This is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing region on some of the most pressing natural resource challenges related to water quality, soil health, and endangered species recovery.  The person hired for this position will report directly to the District Manager.

Visit the Clark CD employment page to learn more.

This position acts on behalf of the District Board of Directors and represents the District to public and private customers and partner organizations.

The General Manager provides overall leadership for personnel, technical and program planning, finances, public outreach, project management, and implementation. The successful applicant must be a highly motivated self-starter with demonstrated ability to successfully lead a productive and talented team.

If you have a bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study (see the job description) and five years of management experience within a natural resource organization, agency, or business (or ten years of comparable management experience within a natural resource organization, agency, or business), please consider applying for this position. Additional required qualifications will be found in the job description.

Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is a regional leader in conserving natural resources in Oregon and offers a competitive wage schedule and excellent benefits package. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A full position description and application form are available at https://conservationdistrict.org. We will accept electronic or regular mailed submissions only. No faxes will be accepted. A complete application packet will include a cover letter, resume, and complete application form. This position is open until filled. Applications will be evaluated every two weeks.

Submit to:
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District
Attn: Lisa Kilders, Assistant District Manager
PO Box 830
Beavercreek, OR 97004

Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Salary: $50,000.00 -$60,000.00 annually (depending on qualifications)

Benefits:

• Retirement plan including employer match through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Medical insurance premiums through the public Employee Benefit Board paid at a rate of 60%.
• Premiums for a single membership to the Camas Center for Community Wellness paid at a rate of 100%.
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time will accrue after a probationary period.

Due Date: July 31, 2020

General Description of Duties/Responsibilities:

The District Manager is responsible for overall management of the Conservation District, supervision of district employees and satisfaction of district clients. The District Manager provides administrative leadership to assist the Board of Supervisors with the coordination, management and administration of conservation programs throughout the Pend Oreille Conservation District. The District Manager ensures that all District functions are managed, and services provided in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and policies.

The measure of success is the proactive delivery of services to private landowners and the general public in a professional, efficient and productive manner leading to the conservation of local natural resources consistent with the mission and goals of the District. The successful candidate must be able to work productively with a diverse community of clients, community organizations and government agencies. The position reports directly to the Board of Supervisors.

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Cascadia Conservation District (CD) is seeking an experienced team member to carry out the mission and policies of the Board of Supervisors, direct technical staff, and work with partners to implement the District’s programs.

• Full time
• $31.19/hr + DOQ and benefits
• View full job announcement here

See the detailed job description for minimum qualifications, or contact the District directly at: (509) 436-1601 or www.cascadiacd.org. Please send a cover letter, resume and at least three references to Peggy Entzel, Cascadia Conservation District by mail at: 14 N Mission St, Wenatchee, WA 98801 or email to: peggye@cascadiacd.org. Application deadline 5 pm August 7, 2020; EOE