Rural Lands Senior Conservationist

East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking a program leader to manage restoration efforts that enhance the health of habitats and ecosystems in partnership with private landowners.
The Rural Lands Senior Conservationist will lead the Stream Care program to improve riparian areas and support enhancement of other priority habitats. Responsibilities include landowner engagement, restoration project design and implementation oversight, monitoring and reporting, and relationship management with contractors and partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has expertise in vegetation ecology, thrives in a team-oriented environment, and is passionate about our mission.
At EMSWCD we believe we are stronger together, and actively work to build a diverse, connected, and healthy staff and community. We are seeking someone to join our team who is passionate and motivated to help advance our strategic priorities of soil health, water quality, equity and climate action.

COMPENSATION

This position is offered within the Rural Lands program of the organization at the Senior Conservationist level. Pay is commensurate with experience within the $70,854 - $106,281 scale.

TO APPLY

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through December 19th, 2025.
Applicants will be contacted by mid-February if selected to interview. Please visit the job description page here to review the position and apply.

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