Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator

GREAT BASIN INSTITUTE•Reno, NV

3d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator will play an integral role in overseeing the coordination and execution of a restoration implementation project in the California portion of the Amargosa River watershed, funded through the California Wildlife Conservation Board Desert Conservation Program. This position will coordinate with grant partners across following actions: Assist with restoration and stewardship projects, including volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision. Support the creation of a cultural seedbanking program alongside Indigenous partners. Execute hydrological monitoring of critical alkali wetland habitat. Act as a community liaison, connecting with key community members and landowners through direct outreach and community events. Engage with neighboring community members, business owners and other stakeholders about proposed restoration activities. Develop educational materials including social media and blog posts, newsletter articles, and interpretive displays. Oversee management of relevant equipment, and supplies. Oversees associated data entry and mapping for field projects. Assists in preparation of reports and other documents for submission to project partners and government agencies. Collaborate with and assist the California Botanic Garden on botanical projects in the Amargosa River watershed including inventory, seed collection, monitoring, and outplanting. Other duties as assigned. This position will work directly with grant partners to execute project actions, plan and promote community education and engagement activities, and coordinate all necessary grant invoicing and reporting in accordance with agreements and deliverables for the duration of the grant term.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or a related field
Previous experience in ecological restoration or conservation project management.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental conditions is required.
Must have physical strength and endurance sufficient to carry field equipment and supplies and hike over sometimes steep, and uneven terrain.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred.
Working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics of major plant families and California flora preferred.
Familiarity with GIS and/or other mapping software (Field Maps, Survey123)
Familiarity with public lands management and regulations is a plus.
Experience in managing grants and agreements is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with restoration and stewardship projects, including volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision.
Support the creation of a cultural seedbanking program alongside Indigenous partners.
Execute hydrological monitoring of critical alkali wetland habitat.
Act as a community liaison, connecting with key community members and landowners through direct outreach and community events.
Engage with neighboring community members, business owners and other stakeholders about proposed restoration activities.
Develop educational materials including social media and blog posts, newsletter articles, and interpretive displays.
Oversee management of relevant equipment, and supplies.
Oversees associated data entry and mapping for field projects.
Assists in preparation of reports and other documents for submission to project partners and government agencies.
Collaborate with and assist the California Botanic Garden on botanical projects in the Amargosa River watershed including inventory, seed collection, monitoring, and outplanting.
Other duties as assigned.
Coordinate all necessary grant invoicing and reporting in accordance with agreements and deliverables for the duration of the grant term.