Thurston CD Habitat Programs Manager
Position Description
This position supports Habitat Programs at the district in a team-focused role that prioritizes 1) coordinating, mentoring, and training habitat team members, their projects and workloads; 2) managing multiple concurrent grants, budgets, projects, and deadlines; 4) coordinating TCD responses to requests for assistance, habitat cost-share projects, project implementation, and complex, diverse habitat technical assistance scenarios; 5) collaborating closely with the Conservation Program Manager to develop and lead habitat grant and program development. This position also collaborates regularly with other Thurston CD Program Managers to maintain a vibrant, effective, and passionate habitat team and Conservation District.
Compensation
This position is budgeted for an annual salary starting between $80,000-$95,000 depending on the applicant’s qualifications. The Thurston Conservation District observes seventeen (17) paid holidays (including six personal holidays). Employees also accrue sick and vacation leave. The District offers medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees, with an option to cover 75% of spouse or dependent coverage. Additional voluntary supplemental insurance opportunities are also available. Participation in regular professional development opportunities are strongly encouraged and supported. Thurston CD employees participate in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Staff also has access to an additional voluntary retirement savings programs within the State of Washington’s 4 Department of Retirement Systems – Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees, AFSCME Council 28. The current Collective Bargaining Agreement was just updated and is available upon request as well as being posted to our website shortly.
Application Information
Priority application deadline is February 3rd and applications will be reviewed upon receipt. This position is open until filled. Please note, TCD is hiring a Restoration Projects Manager position concurrently. These positions are different with different duties and experience levels required. We encourage applicants to review both descriptions and apply for the position that best matches their experience and interest.
Please include the following in your application package:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter
3) Three (3) professional/educational references
Be sure to describe your interest and unique qualifications for the position and the skills that you bring to the Conservation District team. Your cover letter is not to exceed one page. Letters of recommendation may be included. Send electronically (please no paper copies) to: job-applications@thurstoncd.com Please include Habitat Programs Manager – YOUR NAME in the subject line.
A full copy of the job description can be found here.