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Riparian Grant Specialist (Program Specialist 3)

SCC is looking for a Riparian Grant Specialist.

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In this position, you will be responsible for building positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders and entities, including conservation districts and external partners. You will provide internal program administration and implementation assistance and will coordinate outreach to conservation districts and interested parties on the program. Additionally, you will offer support for updating program guidelines and adjusting reporting or improving delivery systems to better accomplish program goals.

Research and Monitoring Specialist

Palouse Conservation District

Palouse Conservation District is hiring a Research and Monitoring Specialist.

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The Research and Monitoring Specialist’s primary purpose is to assist Managers, the Director, and the Board of Supervisors in the development and implementation of monitoring programs that assess the effectiveness of conservation practices implemented by the District.

Serving as an integral member of a team of conservation professionals working both in the field and the office. The position will plan, organize, and coordinate stream,wetland, soil, habitat, and other monitoring programs and projects; organize and coordinate public events; and assist other staff in carrying out miscellaneous grant or contract-related tasks as part of the District’s annual plan of work. The successful candidate will become a member of the District’s team of conservation professionals working together to enhance and protect natural resources within the District’s boundaries.

Okanogan CD is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and skilled individual to join the district as a Finance Lead. Open until filled. First review August 20, 2025.

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Okanogan CD is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, and skilled individual to join the district as a Finance Lead focused on supporting district operations by performing the point person functions of financial operations, processing payments, and maintaining compliance with fiscal regulations. Current priority projects include:

· Develop, oversee, and implement district financial management, ensuring accuracy in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense tracking using Springbrook Express financial software.

· Act as the primary liaison between the district and external stakeholders to foster collaborative relationships.

· Develop program plans, delegate tasks, and oversee team workflows to ensure timely completion of financial deliverables.

Education Project Coordinator

King Conservation District

King Conservation District is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a term-limited Education Project Coordinator

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This two-year grant-funded position supports the delivery of education programs that connect local community members to conservation efforts across freshwater shorelines, marine shorelines, farms, forests, and youth natural resource education. The Education Project Coordinator works on King Conservation District’s (KCD) Education Team to develop and implement high-quality educational programming that supports stewardship and engagement with natural resource management. This role is highly collaborative, working with conservation professionals and technical staff to carry out high quality educational programming for the communities that KCD serves.

CBCD Conservation Planner

Columbia Basin Conservation District

Located in Moses Lake, Washington, the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) is a local leader in promoting and implementing on-the-ground conservation in Grant and Adams counties. CBCD is currently looking to for a Conservation Planner.

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CBCD is currently managing multiple grant awards totaling over $45 million through the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) for the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program (OGWRP).

CBCD is seeking an experienced Conservation Planner to primarily support the RCPP grant awards for the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program. The Conservation Planner will collaborate closely with CBCD staff, partners, and agricultural producers to manage projects and grants effectively. This role involves comprehensive project oversight, including tracking and reporting on timelines, budgets, progress, and outcomes; contractor evaluation and selection; contract management; and on-farm conservation planning and implementation.

Assistant Nursery Manager

Join a team that is growing native plants for environmental restoration! This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in nursery production to work in a beautiful location with top-notch people, producing plants that will benefit natural resources, wildlife, water quality, and so much more.

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The Washington Association of Conservation Districts’ Plant Materials Center (PMC) provides high-quality conservation-grade plants, shrubs and services that benefit natural resources. The 60-acre non-profit bareroot nursery, located in Skagit County, produces over 70 species of quality conservation seedlings and cuttings. The PMC is staffed by five full-time professionals and hires contract employees during the harvesting season and at other times of the year.

We are seeking a full-time, experienced grower/assistant nursery manager for our native plant nursery in Bow, Washington. This is a unique opportunity for the right individual to join an established operation serving the needs of conservation organizations throughout the Pacific Northwest. The ideal candidate will have a college degree in horticulture, at least 3 years or more of experience working in a bare root nursery, and demonstrated people management skills. Conversational bilingual Spanish is a plus. In addition, the candidate must be detail-oriented, organized, team-oriented, and an exceptional communicator. The Assistant Nursery Manager will report directly to the PMC Manager.

Natural Resources Director – Agriculture

Snohomish Conservation District

The Natural Resources Director – Agriculture serves on the executive management team and provides strategic leadership and oversight of agricultural natural resource management programs.

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This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural practices, conserve soil and water resources, enhance habitat, and support climate resilience. The Director works closely with farmers, ranchers, landowners, partner agencies, and internal staff to integrate conservation goals with viable agricultural operations.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be accepted until the position is filled. Priority deadline for applications is July 28th, 2025.

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

Natural Resource Planner - Whidbey Island Conservation District

Whidbey Island Conservation District

The Whidbey Island Conservation District (WICD) is seeking a Natural Resource Planner to deliver WICD’s conservation programs by providing technical assistance and conservation planning. WICD is an important part of Whidbey Island’s fabric of life and serves the population in important ways involving land management and natural resource conservation, both with individual land managers on properties throughout the island, as well as partner organizations and local government. This position serves a critical role sharing expertise and resources with our island community. It is based at the WICD office in Coupeville, Whidbey Island, Washington. We are excited to find an experienced self-starter who is energetic, with a great work ethic and strong interest in becoming part of our team!

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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. This 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, via site visits and land use plans. 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 forestry, agronomy, and/or on-the-ground experience on working lands like farms and forestlands. We recognize that no one candidate will likely have the full background we seek; we are searching for a candidate who brings some content knowledge paired with an eagerness to learn new disciplines to help us serve a wide range of natural resource concerns.

To view the job on Whidbey Island CD's website, click here.

District Manager - Walla Walla County Conservation District

Walla Walla County Conservation District

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The Walla Walla County Conservation District (WWCCD or District) is seeking a District Manager responsible for overall management of the WWCCD including supervision of district employees and execution of district programs and projects. The District Manager oversees day to day operations and the Board of Supervisors provide high level governance. As with all positions at the WWCCD, employment is contingent on grant funding and may change depending on state and federal budget allocations.

The District has a talented team of passionate and committed people who are mission-driven and care deeply about serving and improving our community. Our dynamic organization is comprised of volunteer board members and paid staff members who help landowners implement “on the ground conservation.” The incumbent will work closely with local landowners, coworkers, and conservation partners.

To read the full job description and learn how to apply, click on the "Job Description" link below.