Whitman CD Conservation Project Planner – Riparian Focus

All original content is; Colfax (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 50,282; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid annual leave and holidays

Job summary

A regional conservation organization in Colfax, Washington is seeking a Conservation Project Planner to develop and implement conservation plans. The role involves technical assistance, data management, and outreach to support habitat restoration projects. Candidates should have experience in conservation planning and the ability to coordinate field activities. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits after a probationary period.

Qualifications

• Experience with voluntary conservation planning.
• Ability to collect, manage, and document data.
• Skills in outreach and technical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement voluntary conservation plans.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate habitat projects.
• Assist with monitoring programs for conservation effectiveness.

Job description

Overview

The primary focus of the Conservation Project Planner is to work closely with local landowners, district staff, and conservation partners to develop and implement voluntary conservation plans and to plan, organize, and coordinate stream, wetland, and riparian habitat projects.

This position provides technical assistance; collects, manages, and documents data; operates tools and models; assists with permitting, grant development, grant administration, and contract-related tasks; maintains equipment; and conducts outreach in support of voluntary conservation on private lands. The Conservation Project Planner supports the development and implementation of monitoring programs to assess the effectiveness of conservation practices implemented by the District.

Work is performed both in the field and office and focuses on riparian buffer restoration projects and the installation of in-stream bio-engineered structures. The Conservation Project Planner serves as an integral member of the district team and assists with planning, organizing, and coordinating crew members and field activities to complete project work.

Compensation

Position Type: Full-time, Regular (40 hours/week)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Compensation: $25 – $36.50

Reports To: District Manager

Work Location: Colfax, Washington

Benefits

After a successful completion of a 6 month probationary period, Whitman Conservation District offers benefits for regular employees that include:

• Medical/dental/vision, basic life and long-term disability insurance through the Washington State Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB)
• 100% of the premium cost for the employee is covered by WCD
• 50% of the premium cost for spouse and dependents is covered by WCD

Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)

Optional participation in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)

12 days paid annual leave per year

13 paid holidays

80 hours annual Sick Leave.

Employees are eligible for full-time benefits after a 6-month probationary period.

Application Information

Please visit our web page to see the full job description and to fill out a job application.

Send a cover letter and resume to the district manager at [e-mail].