Project Manager, South Fork Boise River

Trout Unlimited • Boise, ID

389d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Project Manager for the South Fork Boise River at Trout Unlimited is responsible for advancing conservation and planning efforts in the watershed. This role involves coordinating a watershed group, managing restoration projects, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to achieve the organization's goals. The position requires strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for fisheries conservation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in fisheries, environmental sciences, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Self-motivated and energetic with excellent time-management skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills for collaboration with diverse partners.
• Professional experience in natural resource management or conservation project management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing and fundraising activities.
• Knowledge of conservation, hydrology, and water quality.
• Experience in meeting facilitation and community outreach.
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of the region and watershed is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and own vehicle required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with volunteer engagement.
• Knowledge of local fisheries and conservation issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a watershed group for the South Fork Boise River watershed.
• Maintain a network of agency, nonprofit, business, and community partners.
• Oversee project identification, prioritization, and development.
• Facilitate committee and collaborative meetings, field trips, and site visits.
• Conduct community outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Research and develop a stakeholder-driven watershed restoration plan.
• Manage the southforkboise.org website with relevant updates and documents.
• Identify, plan, and implement on-the-ground restoration projects.
• Pursue funding sources and write grant proposals for priority projects.
• Conduct project oversight and monitoring in coordination with partner agencies.
• Administer projects including grant applications, contracting, and budget tracking.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 based on experience and qualifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees