Project Manager, Spokane Restoration

Trout Unlimited (TU) is a national organization dedicated to conserving rivers and streams. They are seeking a Project Manager to implement habitat restoration projects in the Spokane River basin, managing project development, partnerships, funding, and implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage on-the-ground watershed restoration/reconnection projects, including project planning, permitting, implementation oversight, and monitoring
• Perform project-specific administrative duties, including drafting RFPs/RFQs/bid documents, contracting, grant reporting, invoicing, and budget management
• Manage and collaborate with hired consultants/construction contractors on technical design, development, and implementation of projects
• Attend regular Lead Entity meetings, Spokane Salmon Restoration Collaborative (for salmon recovery and other meetings related to habitat restoration in the Spokane River basin)
• Participate in WA TU Council and Spokane Falls TU Chapter meetings and collaborate with TU grassroots on projects
• Execute media work to highlight project success, including collaboration with TU’s Communications staff and coordinating with partner organizations
• Work with local/regional partners and TU staff to fundraise for both program and project support, including identifying potential funding sources, drafting grant proposals, and developing relationships with funders
• Participate in WA TU Council meetings and periodically participate in regional WA TU Chapter meetings or events with grassroots volunteers
• Coordinate with TU staff and TU members to support science-based advocacy for salmon and steelhead conservation, as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in fisheries, natural resource management, or ecological habitat restoration
• At least 2 years of professional experience managing projects from concept through implementation
• Strong understanding of natural resource management issues related to conservation of salmon and steelhead in Washington State
• Experience with river restoration principles, methods, and practices, including a solid understanding of engineering design and construction concepts is required
• Experience managing project budgets
• Demonstrable success working with diverse suites of landowners, agencies, and project stakeholders
• Demonstrable success building new project partnerships
• Experience with project permitting related to aquatic restoration projects and in-water work windows (i.e., federal and state permits) desired
• Experience working with non-profit organizations is preferred