TU seeks to hire a highly motivated, self-directed and capable person to identify, plan, and implement stream and valley bottom restoration and other fisheries conservation measures in the Lower Bear River Basin in Utah and Idaho, a Trout Unlimited Priority Water. The project manager will be responsible for working cooperatively with a variety of partners, with an emphasis on the Forest Service, to plan and implement restoration projects. This work will focus on reconnection, restoration, and protection activities for Bonneville/Bear River Cutthroat Trout and other native species.
The position requires an individual who works well with diverse stakeholders, is action oriented, and can problem solve to accomplish restoration work. Competitive candidates for this position will have technical abilities and knowledge related to river restoration, fisheries, hydrology, ecology, working agriculture, and partnership-building. The Project Manager will be expected to coordinate projects from conception to completion and be a leader for habitat restoration and conservation in this area.
The successful applicant will manage grants and project budgets. The Project Manager must have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and audiences, and will supervise seasonal staff.
This position requires frequent day travel, occasional overnight travel, and will be required to have a home office based within the Lower Bear River area.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate conservation efforts with federal, state, and local partners
Work closely with Forest Service staff on the assessment, identification, and prioritization of streams and watersheds for coldwater conservation and restoration opportunities
Construct priority habitat restoration, connectivity, and floodplain reconnection projects including low-tech process-based approaches
Conduct pre- and post-project effectiveness monitoring and analyze fisheries, ecological, and hydrological data
Implement fisheries, hydrology, and habitat surveys and studies and coordinate with agency and academic partners
Work with TU grassroots members and other volunteers on restoration project activities, education programs, and outreach
Identify, develop, secure, and manage funding from a variety of sources
Obtain stream alteration permits and other project requirements
Communicate conservation efforts to a variety of audiences using several different outreach means, including social media
Work with supervisor and other staff on program strategies, project priorities, and outreach and communications
Perform administrative duties including contracting, grant reporting, invoicing, and budget management
Complete field work in often remote and rugged settings
Attend, participate, and represent TU in meetings and on committees relevant to TU's mission
This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.
Requirements
Bachelor's and Master's degrees in fisheries, hydrology, fluvial geomorphology or similar natural resources field(s)
Knowledge and experience with coldwater fisheries conservation, ecology, hydrology, and watershed processes in the Intermountain West
Experience working constructively with a wide range of partners and personalities
Knowledge and experience with low-tech process-based restoration principles, methods, and practices
Experience with media, outreach, and community engagement, including ecological education
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Fisheries research and analytic skills
Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize workload, to be highly motivated and self-directed
A passion for fisheries conservation and for protecting and restoring rivers and streams
Ability to communicate with the angling community
Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork
Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds and hike over uneven terrain.
Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle (use of personal vehicle is reimbursed at government rate).
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