Regional Director - North Coast
About The Position
CalTrout is seeking an experienced and strategic Regional Director to oversee conservation efforts in the North Coast region. The North Coast Director is responsible for leading regional initiatives, setting and achieving conservation goals, managing staff and partnerships, and delivering on CalTrout’s mission to ensure resilient wild fish in healthy waters. The Regional Director will spearhead the development and implementation of CalTrout’s Watershed and Salmonid Recovery Program to protect and restore ecological health across these critical landscapes. We are accepting applications until 2/16 and will begin interviewing candidates then.
Requirements
- Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in fisheries science, ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in conservation leadership, program management, or ecosystem restoration, preferably in California.
- Strong knowledge of CA North Coast watersheds, salmonid populations, and conservation opportunities and challenges.
- Demonstrated success in program development, fundraising, and partnership-building.
- Experience managing staff, budgets, and complex conservation projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a statewide team.
- Passion for CalTrout’s mission and a commitment to advancing conservation efforts for native fish and healthy waters.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage CalTrout’s conservation programs in the North Coast region.
- Develop and implement strategic plans, conservation priorities, and project funding opportunities for the region.
- Ensure successful delivery of conservation initiatives, restoration projects, and advocacy efforts.
- Supervise and support regional conservation and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
- Serve as a key representative for CalTrout in the region, strengthening relationships with stakeholders, agencies, and partners.
- Establish and track measurable conservation goals that align with CalTrout’s statewide initiatives.
- Oversee project development, implementation, and evaluation to maximize ecological impact.
- Secure and manage funding for regional conservation projects, including grants, partnerships, and philanthropic support.
- Advocate for science-driven conservation policies that support the region’s watersheds and salmonid population recovery.
- Oversee development of engineering designs and permits, bid solicitation and contracting, and project implementation for annual phases of landscape scale restoration projects.
- Seek public funding and oversee grant management and administration for multi-year projects.
- Work with marketing and communications staff to develop social media, short videos, short posts and long-form articles, and presentation materials highlighting work accomplished in the region.
- Build and maintain partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies, NGOs, and other conservation stakeholders.
- Represent CalTrout in public forums, stakeholder meetings, and policy discussions related to regional and statewide conservation efforts.
- Engage with local communities, tribes, and private landowners to promote sustainable water and fisheries management.
Benefits
- health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- retirement plan with matching contributions
- generous holiday and vacation benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
