Project Manager

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Wenatchee (WA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Conservation District in Wenatchee, WA is seeking a Habitat Restoration Project Manager to lead aquatic and riparian restoration projects across Chelan County. The role covers project management from concept to implementation and monitoring, including riparian restoration, large woody material installation, low-tech process-based restoration, and fish-passage projects.

You will also handle grants, contracts, and permitting, contribute to watershed planning and salmon recovery, and

Qualifications

• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Interest in getting restoration work accomplished on the ground.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage restoration projects from concept through implementation and monitoring.
• Oversee grants, contracts, and permitting activities.
• Coordinate watershed planning and salmon recovery efforts.
• Lead collaboration with diverse partners and committees (Entiat Planning Unit and Entiat Habitat Subcommittee).

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Curiosity

Willingness to learn

Job description

HABITAT RESTORATION PROJECT MANAGER

Location: Wenatchee, Washington | Hybrid Schedule: 30-40 hours per week

Starting Pay: $31.62-$40.32 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

Application Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23, 2026

Cascadia Conservation District (Cascadia CD) is seeking a motivated and collaborative Habitat Restoration Project Manager to help lead aquatic and riparian restoration projects throughout Chelan County. This position will manage projects from concept through implementation and monitoring, including riparian restoration, large woody material installation, low-tech process-based restoration, and fish-passage projects.

In addition to managing restoration projects, grants, contracts, and permitting, this position will play an active role in watershed planning and salmon recovery. A key responsibility will be coordinating and facilitating the Entiat Planning Unit and Entiat Habitat Subcommittee, working with agency, tribal, nonprofit, landowner, and community partners to advance watershed priorities and on-the-ground restoration.

We are looking for someone who combines strong project management and communication skills with an interest in getting restoration work accomplished on the ground. You do not need to be an expert in every aspect of restoration work. We value relevant experience, sound judgment, curiosity, collaboration, and a willingness to learn.

This is a permanent position working 30-40 hours per week based in Wenatchee, Washington. Hybrid work is available, with employees generally expected to work from the Wenatchee office 1-3 days per week depending on project and team needs. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the office.

The position reports to Cascadia CD's Riverscape Program Manager. Funding is subject to the continued availability of federal, state, and local grants and contracts.