Southern Sierra Conservation Project Lead (Remote)

Society of American Foresters; United States; A distancia; USD 75.000 - 98.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

National Forest Foundation is seeking a Southern Sierra Project Coordinator to build partnerships and manage conservation projects across the California National Forests, focusing on the Southern Sierra region. The role oversees contract management, program development, and collaboration with the U.S.

Forest Service and NGOs. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of conservation program experience; candidate must be authorized to work in the United

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in conservation, forestry, 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.

Responsabilidades

• Identify new projects with U.S. Forest Service partners related to forest health and resilience.
• Lead the advertisement, negotiation, and awarding of multiple contracts for on-the-ground projects.
• Coordinate with contractors and partners to implement fuel reduction, habitat restoration, and community resilience projects.
• Help develop and manage Stewardship Agreements and Challenge Cost Share Agreements for restoration projects.
• Pursue funding opportunities and write grants to grow private and public-sector support.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Travel willingness

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in conservation/forestry/related field

Descripción del empleo

National Forest Foundation is seeking a Southern Sierra Project Coordinator to build partnerships and manage conservation projects across the California National Forests, focusing on the Southern Sierra region. The role oversees contract management, program development, and collaboration with the U.S.

Forest Service and NGOs. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of conservation program experience; candidate must be authorized to work in the United