Conservation Futures Program Planner: Grants & Open Space

King County; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

King County's Water and Land Resources Division seeks a Conservation Futures Program Planner (Project/Program Manager I) to support grant administration and program operations. You will manage data, track investments, and prepare communications for diverse audiences, while coordinating advisory committee activities and field trips.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with hybrid onsite work at Seattle-area locations and opportunities to contribute to the Land

Qualifications

• Experience supporting conservation grant administration or other grant-related work.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication and proofreading abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Conservation Futures team with all aspects of administering the annual grant program.
• Maintain complex program data and workflows with high accuracy.
• Monitor progress on Conservation Futures-funded acquisitions and previous grants.
• Prepare reports, program materials, and presentations for varied audiences.
• Coordinate logistics and support for advisory committee meetings and field trips.
• Build partnerships with County staff, cities, nonprofits, and applicants.

Skills

Grant administration

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Data management

Education

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

King County's Water and Land Resources Division seeks a Conservation Futures Program Planner (Project/Program Manager I) to support grant administration and program operations. You will manage data, track investments, and prepare communications for diverse audiences, while coordinating advisory committee activities and field trips.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with hybrid onsite work at Seattle-area locations and opportunities to contribute to the Land