Watershed Restoration Manager

Eagle River Coalition (ERC) seeks a Watershed Restoration Manager to oversee the logistics, budgets and timelines for our stream restoration projects and volunteer events. These restoration projects are varied, but frequently entail revegetating streambanks, installing erosion control features, improving habitat, protecting native fish and mitigating noxious weeds. The Restoration Manager serves as the point of contact for volunteers and contractors, who are utilized to expand our capacity and engage the community. Our projects support us in meeting our mission through boots-on-the-ground initiatives. The Watershed Restoration Manager reports directly to the Director of Watershed Restoration.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with the Director of Watershed Restoration (DWR), Projects Committee, ERC Board of Directors and others to support implementation of the Eagle River Community Water Plan
Manage restoration projects to accomplish organizational goals within budget constraints while ensuring project completeness and grant reporting where necessary
Serve as the primary point of contact for project volunteers, contractors, partners, and collaborators for restoration projects managed by the Watershed Restoration Manager
Oversee and coordinate ERC’s RiverWatch water quality monitoring sites
Oversee the Operations Coordinator on logistics, equipment/supplies and volunteer management in advance of the annual Community Pride Highway Cleanup and annual Eagle River Cleanup
Draft requests for proposals (RFPs), provide feedback relating to the bids and seek approval, as outlined in the ERC Procurement Policy
Recruit, manage, coordinate and recognize project volunteers
Work with the Community Engagement Manager (CEM) to incorporate educational elements within projects where appropriate
Work with the team to work to write and secure necessary grant funding and federal funding agreements to move projects forward
Work with the CEM, DWR, and Development Director to promote restoration work and cleanup efforts
Support management of the Eagle River Community Water Plan Advisory Council
Represent ERC on community groups, boards and committees related to projects as assigned
Provide support as needed to the Board of Directors and staff/consultants
Share in the responsibility of maintaining the office/workplace
Take on other duties as assigned

How to Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to jobs@eagleriverco.org. Fill out the online application form on our website. Applications must be received no later than March 25th. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For more information about Eagle River Coalition, please visit eagleriverco.org