Project Manager, Spokane Restoration

Trout Unlimited (TU) is a national organization dedicated to the conservation of rivers and streams. The Project Manager will oversee habitat restoration projects aimed at improving conditions for native fish in the Spokane River basin, managing all aspects from planning to 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 with project permitting related to aquatic restoration projects and in-water work windows (i.e., federal and state permits) desired
• Experience managing project budgets
• Demonstrable success working with diverse suites of landowners, agencies, and project stakeholders
• Demonstrable success building new project partnerships
• Experience working with non-profit organizations