Remote Southern Sierra Conservation Project Coordinator

National Forest Foundation; Fresno (CA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

National Forest Foundation is seeking a Southern Sierra Project Coordinator to build partnerships and manage conservation projects across the California National Forests, with emphasis on the Southern Sierra. You will coordinate contracts, work with USFS and partners, and help develop program opportunities.

The role requires collaboration with California staff, field contractors, and NGOs to advance forest health, wildfire risk reduction, and community resilience while supporting strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in conservation, forestry, planning, landscape design, recreation planning, environmental science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience with conservation programs, project planning, and/or coordinating project implementation, preferably on federal lands.
• You must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Identify new projects with USFS partners related to forest health and wildfire risk reduction.
• Lead the advertisement, negotiation, and awarding of multiple contracts for on‑the‑ground implementation.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, nonprofits, partners, and USFS to implement projects effectively.
• Help develop, modify, manage, and track large‑scale Stewardship and Challenge Cost Share Agreements.
• Pursue funding opportunities, write grants, and expand the base of supporters.
• Build relationships among USFS, California NGO partners, and NFF for partnerships.
• Maintain knowledge of conservation trends and innovations to enhance program efficacy.
• Serve as a point of contact for NFF conservation activities in the Southern Sierra.
• Assist with the NFF California program including short‑term projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree or professional certification

Job description

National Forest Foundation is seeking a Southern Sierra Project Coordinator to build partnerships and manage conservation projects across the California National Forests, with emphasis on the Southern Sierra. You will coordinate contracts, work with USFS and partners, and help develop program opportunities.

The role requires collaboration with California staff, field contractors, and NGOs to advance forest health, wildfire risk reduction, and community resilience while supporting strategic