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Trout Unlimited · 1 month ago

Beaver Coexistence and Relocation Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Greater Wenatchee Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$55K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

Trout Unlimited (TU) is a national organization dedicated to the recovery of rivers and streams, and they are seeking a Beaver Coexistence and Relocation Project Manager to oversee beaver relocation and coexistence efforts in Washington State. The role involves managing projects related to stream restoration and working collaboratively with various stakeholders to promote coexistence with beavers while enhancing aquatic habitats.

Non ProfitWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Conduct outreach and meet with community members and land managers managing conflicts with beavers and strategize coexistence and relocation opportunities

Obtain required permits, coordinate with partners, and implement coexistence measures

Implement conflict beaver coexistence and relocation work including tree caging, culvert protector and pond leveler construction, beaver live trapping, handling, processing and husbandry of captive beavers, hatchery maintenance, beaver release, site assessments, and post release site monitoring

Preparation, maintenance, and cleaning of acclimation facility and equipment

Foster and maintain positive relationships with landowners and managers, tribes, state and federal agencies and other partners with varying political and social backgrounds

Work with the Beaver Restoration Specialist to manage the beaver trapping and relocation program and seasonal crew schedule

Assist with leading Wenatchee-Entiat Beaver Project’s low-tech process-based stream restoration and beaver coexistence, trapping, and relocation projects in North Central Washington

Maintain the beaver acclimation facility in compliance with Washington State regulations

Attend, participate, and represent TU in meetings with project partners including community members and state, federal, and local agencies and organizations

Work with the Restoration Program Manager to identify and apply for funding opportunities

Monitor coexistence project effectiveness and develop maintenance schedules

Participate in public education, interpretation, and outreach opportunities

This is a non-supervisory position although the selected candidate will manage day-to-day activities of seasonal staff, make field decisions, and be the primary reporting contact for the Restoration Program Director

Support / manage the beaver trapping and relocation program

Communicate with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to ensure program compliance with beaver relocation regulations

In coordination with Restoration Program Director, identify funding sources, prepare grant proposals and reports, manage budgets, and secure funding for instream flow and habitat restoration projects as well as beaver coexistence and relocation

Depending the role level, this position may require grant and budget management responsibilities

Qualification

Beaver relocation permitWildlife handling experienceGrant writingProject managementLow-tech restoration methodsData analysisMicrosoft Office SuiteESRI ArcGISPublic speakingInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

3-7 years relevant work experience and a college degree in fisheries, wildlife, biology, natural resources, or similar field

Experience trapping, handling, and/or processing wildlife, particularly mammals

Superior interpersonal skills, comfort with public speaking and meeting facilitation, and ability to work constructively with a wide range of partners, personalities, and resource professionals

Understanding of restoration project construction and management, engineering design concepts, data analysis and management

Experience with project permitting for aquatic restoration projects and in-water work

Knowledge of low-tech process-based restoration principles, methods, and practices

Experience with project development, implementation, and management including projects that involve development, partner coordination, securing funding, managing budgets, and reporting

Capable of simultaneously managing multiple complex projects with multiple funding agreements, including strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including developed grant and technical writing skills, as well as data collection/analysis and analytical skills

Demonstrated experience indicating ability to prioritize workload, to think quickly and creatively in response to unanticipated challenges, to be highly motivated and self-directed, and possess advanced organizational and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and ESRI ArcGIS

Experience using GPS and mapping tools to navigate and develop project sites, and comfort working long hours in remote settings and under difficult conditions

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and experience with hand tools and power equipment

Must have a valid driver's license