Project Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Establish partnerships and connections to support conservation initiatives and programs throughout California National Forests, with a primary focus on the Southern Sierra National Forests.

• Provide support in project management, contract management, and program development.

• Design and execute conservation programs in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service, local communities, conservation NGOs, and private sector stakeholders.

• Identify projects concerning forest health, wildfire risk mitigation, community resilience, watershed enhancement, ecosystem restoration, and recreational improvements.

• Oversee the advertising, negotiation, and awarding of contracts for fuel reduction, commercial thinning, habitat restoration, access improvements, and community resilience projects.

• Coordinate the on-the-ground implementation alongside contractors, consultants, nonprofits, partners, and the U.S. Forest Service.

• Assist in the development, modification, management, and tracking of Stewardship Agreements and Challenge Cost Share Agreements.

• Seek funding opportunities, create development prospects, and write grant proposals.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships among the U.S. Forest Service, California NGO partners, and the National Forest Foundation (NFF).

• Support existing restoration and recreation projects, collaborations, and the establishment of new partnerships.

• Monitor trends in conservation programming, emerging issues, policy changes, and innovations.

• Act as the point of contact for NFF conservation activities within the Southern Sierra National Forests.

• Assist with California program initiatives, including the management of various short-term projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or professional certification in conservation, forestry, planning, landscape design, recreation planning, environmental science, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of professional experience in conservation programs, project planning, and/or coordinating project implementation, ideally on federal lands.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong and concise persuasive writing abilities.

• Excellent research and analytical capabilities, with a keen eye for detail.

• Creativity and initiative, with the ability to respond promptly to last-minute requests and shifting priorities.

• Proficiency in working with individuals holding differing and conflicting viewpoints while maintaining impartiality.

• Capability to comprehend and interpret conservation topics and project details.

• Ability to execute well-defined processes with limited supervision.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the Southern Sierra National Forest and beyond.

• Valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record.

• Reliable internet access.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Salary potential up to $97,500 based on performance over time.

• Opportunity for remote work from home.

• Flexible work schedule, including participation in weekend and evening events.