Summary Description BRN is seeking a motivated, organized, self-starting full-time Program Manager to lead, develop, manage, and implement the watershed and habitat restoration efforts of Borderland Restoration Network including grant writing, project management and managing staff. Since inception, the Watershed and Habitat Restoration Program has improved 500 acres of public and private land in southern Arizona retaining an estimated 1140 tons of soil, improving hydrologic and soil condition to enhance wildlife habitat, and recharge shallow groundwater tables. This position serves as the program lead for the Watershed Restoration Program at Borderlands Restoration Network.
Full-time Reports to: Executive Director Salary Range: $48,000-52,000, based on experience
Benefits: Two weeks paid vacation, one week of sick time, health insurance, short and long-term disability, and group term life insurance. Geographic Location This position is based in Patagonia, AZ. Program Manager must be located in Patagonia or close enough to be physically in Patagonia during program execution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Project Development
Lead landowner outreach to develop community support for new projects
Identify and seek funding for restoration projects
Complete grant applications
Develop project materials such as maps, site photos, and site plans
Develop project implementation plans
Develop cost estimates and project budgets
Project Implementation
Secure project permits and clearances (local, state, and federal)
Prepare contracts, hire, schedule, and supervise contractors and work crews
Lead hiring for directly supervised staff and participate in hiring other staff
Execute project plans in a timely and cost-efficient manner
Develop contracts
Grant Administration
Work with staff on grant invoicing
Track multiple project budgets
Write progress and final reports
GIS Technical Support
Develop maps, site photos and site plans for Network partners projects, proposals, communications
Other Duties
Represent BRN and partners at local and regional meetings and conferences
Participate in regular staff meetings and planning groups
Support BRN’s educational programs by participating in curriculum development and serving as instructor/teacher for components relating to this position’s skillset.
Assist with communicating and developing outreach materials
Deliver presentations to diverse audiences
Maintain strong working relationships with government officials, community leaders and other decision-makers to ensure ongoing support
Develop and execute a plan for evaluating all components within the scope of this position
Provide peer to peer mentoring and training in technical skills.
Requisite Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Ecological Restoration or closely related field
Three years experience in a closely related field, at least two of which included responsibility for program or project management and/or staff supervision. Master’s degree may be substituted for two years’ experience.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience designing and implementing restoration projects
Strong written and oral communications skills
Proficiency with GIS and other mapping software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Experience supervising staff and volunteers
Experience working with hand tools
Possess a current passport, or the ability to obtain one
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather including heat and cold
Knowledge of watershed/erosion-control restoration techniques
Knowledge of local habitats and ecosystems
Driver’s license and personal vehicle for reimbursed travel expenses