Stewardship Coordinator: Field Habitat & Volunteers

Whatcom Land Trust; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

3% retirement contribution

12 floating holidays

Sick time

Vacation hours that increase with tenure

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

A conservation organization in Bellingham is seeking a Stewardship Coordinator to conduct field monitoring and manage land stewardship activities. The position requires environmental expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead volunteers. Candidates should be capable of performing physical tasks and using mapping software. Benefits include competitive health coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• At least one year’s relevant work experience, or at least two years’ relevant work experience.
• Ability to walk up to eight miles in a single day over rough terrain.
• Basic map orientation skills and willingness to learn GIS data entry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on‑ground annual monitoring and report creation.
• Implement ecological and land management projects.
• Co‑lead seasonal Stewardship Technician crew and lead volunteers.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Data entry and computer skills

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to work with diverse people

Education

Degree in environmental or related field

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

GPS applications

Job description

A conservation organization in Bellingham is seeking a Stewardship Coordinator to conduct field monitoring and manage land stewardship activities. The position requires environmental expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead volunteers. Candidates should be capable of performing physical tasks and using mapping software. Benefits include competitive health coverage and retirement contributions.