Job Title: Watershed Restoration Project Manager


Job Description: ​This position serves as the project lead for the Watershed Restoration Program and will report to the Executive Director. The salary is negotiable and will be based on experience. This position is based in Patagonia, AZ. Employee must be close enough to be physically in Patagonia during the work week, this includes the possibility of commuting from Tucson. Work will require travel throughout SE Arizona and Northern Mexico.

The Project Manager will be responsible for project development, implementation and reporting including: planning and leading landowner outreach and meetings to develop community support for new projects; identifying and seeking funding for restoration projects; completing grant applications; developing project materials such as maps, site photos, work and site plans; creating cost estimates and project budgets; securing project permits and clearances, supervising other staff, contractors, interns and volunteers, executing project plans in a timely and cost-efficient manner; and developing contracts; working with administration on grant invoicing; tracking grant and project budgets; writing progress and final reports. 

In addition this position will: develop maps, site photos and site plans for Network partners projects, proposals, communications; 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.

Desired  Education and Experience Qualifications: 
  • 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.
  • Experience designing and implementing restoration projects.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills.
  • Proficiency with GIS and other mapping software.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Experience supervising staff and volunteers.
  • Grant writing experience.
  • Knowledge of AZ habitats and ecosystems.
  • Knowledge of watershed/erosion-control restoration techniques.
  • A current passport or the ability to obtain one.
  • Ability to work out doors in varied weather.
  • Spanish language skills a plus.

​How to apply: Email a cover letter and resume to kvaughn@borderlandsrestoration.org
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