Klamath Restoration Director

Trout Unlimited•Klamath Falls, OR

40d•Onsite

About The Position

TU is hiring a motivated and highly capable person to lead and manage our Klamath Restoration Program. This is an in-person position based in the Klamath Falls, Oregon office. This position will oversee 3-4 project managers and cover a geography from the headwaters of Upper Klamath Lake downstream to the former Iron Gate Dam. An ideal candidate will have prior experience leading and implementing aquatic restoration projects and managing a team, and will conduct work in a collaborative, professional, and effective manner. The Klamath Restoration Director will report directly to the Oregon State Director and will be required to travel frequently to project sites and to partner meetings throughout the Klamath Basin.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years’ experience in at least one of the following fields: leading an interdisciplinary team within the conservation sector, private lands restoration, fisheries biology, or watershed science and restoration. Candidates with other similar or relevant experience not listed are encouraged to apply and explain their experience in their cover letter
Understanding and experience in the following fields: aquatic restoration practices, watershed function, conservation/restoration with private landowners (especially agricultural), and anadromous and non-anadromous fisheries conservation.
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a field related to conservation highly preferred
Demonstrated success in building, leading, and managing interdisciplinary teams
Proven ability to fundraise and manage budgets
Experience managing contracts and funding agreements
Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
Ability to work with multiple and diverse partners in a highly collaborative and inclusive manner, even on contentious issues
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently
Understanding of the political context in which TU’s conservation work is executed to enable the informed selection of goals, strategies, and tactics
A personal vehicle for work-related travel. Travel costs are reimbursed at IRS rates
Passion for the outdoors and Trout Unlimited’s mission
Ability to conduct work outside in the field, which may include site visits, collection of monitoring data, and construction supervision

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the Klamath Basin and knowledge of existing conservation issues, partners, and projects is highly preferred but not required
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a field related to conservation highly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and guide priorities for TU’s Klamath Restoration Program, which includes supervision of 3-4 staff, a portfolio of over 70 active grants, and a budget of $2-4m per year
In coordination with the State Director and Klamath Program staff, identify and secure project funding from government, corporate, and philanthropic sources, which entails writing grant proposals and communicating directly with funders
Establish and maintain productive and strategic relationships with decision makers and partners, such as key elected officials, policymakers, members of the media, resource managers, property owners, donors, and conservation and sportfishing organizations
Manage habitat restoration projects from start to finish, including project planning, funding, permitting, design, implementation, and monitoring
Retain contractors through competitive bid processes, develop contractor scopes of work, and supervise contractors (engineers, construction contractors, etc.)
Prepare grant and permit reports summarizing activities, deliverables, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Develop and maintain accurate budgets, manage projects within budgets, and assist staff with annual budgeting. Work closely with the state grant accountant to track spending, invoice funders, and manage cash flow
Cultivate successful partnerships to implement restoration projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with TU’s members and grassroots leaders. Work collaboratively and coordinate with TU’s volunteer engagement staff on strategies and sharing of best practices