Mason CD Habitat Program Manager​

Position Description

The Mason Conservation District seeks a Habitat Program Manager to join our team. The position supports the District’s Habitat Program team’s mission of efficient development, management, and execution of environmental restoration and conservation projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to 1) manage complex projects and budgets, 2) secure grants & permits, 3) effectively supervise a multidisciplinary team, 4) communicate effectively, and 5) collaboratively solve problems within the team.

This position has a broad pay range because we recognize the potential for finding applicants with a wide range of experience. If the appropriate candidate expresses interest, the position could be adapted to include management-level job duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Supervise and empower the daily operations of a multidisciplinary team in support of the District’s mission, while sustaining enthusiasm in and devotion to the team
  • Manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of multi-year, technically complex habitat restoration projects with diverse partners and funding sources.
  • Lead achievement of project milestones, reporting requirements, and other required deliverables.
  • Manage environmental and construction permit processes.
  • Write and develop fundable grant proposals in collaboration with the District team and advocate for proposed projects during the selection process to secure funding for priority conservation projects.
  • Manage environmental consultant contracts keeping projects on track and on budget.
  • Participate in developing annual and long-range plans, brainstorm project concepts, complete special projects, etc.
  • Develop and maintain amicable relationships with clients and partners.
  • Participate in workshops, tours, and educational opportunities as needed.
  • Perform work with the highest ethical standards and the District personnel policies, providing superior public service.
  • Enforce the standards of behavior as well as the policies and procedures of the District and ensure adherence to program goals and mission for both staff and subcontractors
  • Supervise subcontractors to ensure they are meeting contractual deadlines and quality expectations

The duties listed above are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the District as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Compensation

Type: Regular, benefits, FLSA exempt
Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Note: This position is supported by and contingent on available grant funding.
Pay Range: $83,820 – $107,295

Benefits: Mason Conservation District provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Vacation accrual begins at eight (8) hours per month and increases based on years of service.
  • The District recognizes twelve (12) holidays per year, which includes one (1) personal holiday.
  • Sick leave accrues eight (8) hours per month.
  • The District and its employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
  • The District currently covers 100% of employee health care coverage and 90% of dependents.

Application Information

Employment Application: Send a cover letter, resume, and references electronically to: accounting@masoncd.org

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Opening Date: September 17, 2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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