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Finance & Grants Manager for Johnson Creek Watershed Council

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Finance & Grants Manager for Johnson Creek Watershed Council

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Application Deadline: Thursday,  July 30th will receive priority consideration.

The position will remain open until filled.

Salary:$32 - $35 per hour

Benefits: Prorated paid vacation and sick leave, and 10 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)

Location: Portland, OR

Hours: Part-time position (20hrs/wk)

Summary of Position: The Finance & Grants Manager oversees the organization's funding lifecycle, financial tracking, and

regulatory compliance. Core duties include grant accounting, budget monitoring, financial reporting,

donor revenue tracking, and audit preparation. This position serves as a key resource for the Executive

Director and the Board of Directors by providing timely financial information, maintaining effective

financial systems, and supporting informed decision-making. The ideal candidate is highly organized,

detail-oriented, and comfortable managing complex financial information in a collaborative nonprofit

environment.

Duties: ● Lead financial management and grant administration activities that support implementation of

JCWC's restoration, education, and community engagement programs.

● Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop the annual budget

and multi-year financial forecasts.

● Work closely with JCWC's contracted bookkeeping provider, Jitasa, to prepare monthly financial

reports, budget-to-actual analyses, and cash flow projections for organizational leadership.

● Collaborate with staff to develop pre-award grant budgets and forecast cash flow needs for grant

applications.

● In partnership with Jitasa, establish new awards in JCWC's financial systems and maintain grant

agreements, contracts, reporting calendars, and organizational financial records.

● Monitor grant expenditures, match requirements, and funding balances to ensure compliance

with public and private funding requirements.

● Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities through Bill.com. Prepare

invoices and submit reimbursement requests and cash draws in accordance with funder

requirements.

● Record, categorize, and reconcile all individual, corporate, and foundation donations in

Salesforce.

● Generate and distribute timely tax receipts and personalized acknowledgment letters for all

contributions.

● Coordinate audit preparation, financial reviews, and support for annual tax filings.

● Support organizational planning through financial analysis, sustainability planning, and the

development of financial policies and procedures.

Organizational Direction & Community Engagement (10%)

● Collaborate with the Executive Director to support implementation and progress tracking of

JCWC’s 10-Year Action Plan.

● Participate in annual strategic planning retreats with board and staff.

● Support key watershed engagement events, including Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, Watershed

Wide, Annual Celebration, Science Symposium, and Johnson Creek Cleanup.

● Build reciprocal relationships with local community members, including Latine communities,

local Indigenous communities, Black communities, working-class communities, and others who

have historically existed at the margins of local conservation work.

● Develop and strengthen relationships with allied organizations, nonprofits, agencies,

government entities, artists, and Tribes to advance long-term watershed goals.

● Provide presentations at partner events and conferences to promote watershed restoration and

community engagement.

Qualifications: ● Minimum of three years of experience in nonprofit financial management, grant administration,

budgeting, accounting support, or a related field.

● Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration,

nonprofit management, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

● Experience developing and monitoring organizational and project budgets.

● Experience preparing financial reports, budget analyses, or grant financial reports.

● Proficiency with common grants platforms and Microsoft-based tools

● Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and funding requirements with a

high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

● Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

● Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff, contractors, funders, and

board members.

How to Apply: Send by email a resume and a detailed cover letter that addresses required and desired qualifications to Jennifer Hamilton, Executive Director at jennifer@jcwc.org

Note:Please use PDF files when attaching the cover letter and resume.  No phone calls, please.

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Application Deadline: April 10th 2026 2026 Before 11:59 PM, Open Until Filled.

Salary: $62,000 - $67,000

Benefits: Medical & dental insurance, 401(k) match, paid vacation/sick leave/10

holidays (includes 1 floating holiday)

Location: Portland, OR

Hours: Full-Time 35hrs/Week

Summary of Position: The lead for day-to-day implementation and delivery of

restoration projects under the strategic guidance of the Conservation Director. This position advances

JCWC’s mission and 10-Year Action Plan by developing priority restoration initiatives, managing projects

from concept through completion, and ensuring work is grounded in sound science and strong

partnerships. This role requires a strategic, organized individual capable of managing complex projects

while maximizing ecological and community impact.

Duties: Lead the planning, implementation, and oversight of restoration projects, including fish passage

improvements, habitat enhancement, and stormwater management.

● Manage all phases of project delivery, including contractor selection and oversight, procurement

of materials and supplies, permit coordination, and regulatory compliance.

● Develop and monitor project budgets and timelines to ensure work is completed on schedule

and within approved funding parameters.

● Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with restoration agencies, nonprofits, and

community partners to strengthen collaborative project delivery.

● Develop short- and long-term restoration work plans, identify new project opportunities, and

track progress toward implementation goals.

● Receives programmatic supervision and technical guidance from the Conservation Director and

reports administratively to the Executive Director.

Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible project management experience, including leading

complex, multi-partner environmental or restoration projects from planning through

implementation and closeout.

● Bachelor’s degree in aquatic ecology, fisheries biology, hydrology, watershed science, or a related

field. Demonstrated equivalent experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree.

● Demonstrated success managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and delivering

high-quality results within budget and scope.

● Strong computer skills, including experience with GIS and project tracking or data management

systems.

● Demonstrated knowledge of watershed science and management, including analysis and

interpretation of environmental data.

● Knowledge of and commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in community-based

environmental work.

● Highly self-motivated, resourceful, and results-oriented with strong organizational skills.

● Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while maintaining accountability for

independent project deliverables.

● Willing and able to work occasional weekends and evenings.

● Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and

communicating effectively with watershed residents and partners from diverse backgrounds

How to Apply: Submit a resume and a detailed cover letter that clearly addresses the required and desired

qualifications to Noah Jenkins, Conservation Director, at noah@jcwc.org.

To learn more about this position and apply, Click here

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Johnson Creek Watershed Council * Discover. Restore. Connect.

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Application period: February 13 - March 26, 2024

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Restoration Project Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: 35 or 40 hours/week (your choice)
Starting Salary: $30.00-32.50/hour, depending on experience (equivalent to a full-time salary range of $62,400-67,600)
Benefits: Medical & dental insurance, 401(k) match, paid vacation/sick leave/10
holidays (includes 1 floating holiday)

The Johnson Creek Watershed Council-JCWC-is a community of staff, board, and volunteers committed to restoring Johnson Creek and its watershed. As a community organization, we accomplish our restoration by working and developing relationships with a diverse community. We embrace the principles of equity and inclusion in our work. Our staff currently numbers 8, our Board 11. The Johnson Creek Watershed Council was founded in 1995.

The staff currently consists of an Executive Director, a Volunteer Program Manager, a Riparian Program Manager, a Restoration Project Manager, a Community Outreach Coordinator, a Finance Manager, an Operations Manager, and an Americorps member. The Restoration Project Manager will work with all staff, but most closely with the Executive Director and the Restoration Team.

The Council's offices are located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Southeast Portland. This position has a hybrid work schedule: partly from our Council's office, partly from home, partly in the field. This Restoration Project Manager position requires at least 50% of work hours be in the office or in the field. We supply laptops and cell phones for staff members.

The Council's Action Plan maps out a restoration strategy for the ten-year period, 2015-2025. The Restoration Project Manager will lead the development and implementation of the restoration projects prioritized by this action plan, including beginning work on our next 10-year Action Plan. Visit jcwc.org for more details.
We encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ people, religious minorities, immigrants, and differently abled people to apply. Our office is on the second floor and is not ADA-accessible. We are open to reasonable accommodations to adapt for this.

OUR WATERSHED
The Johnson Creek Watershed is located on the east side of the greater Portland metropolitan region and is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse watersheds in Oregon. JCWC is committed to learning from and extending the benefits of our work to marginalized communities in our watershed. The successful candidate for this position will help JCWC achieve this goal.

Johnson Creek originates in Clackamas County and flows westward 26 miles to its confluence with the Willamette River in the City of Milwaukie. It provides habitat for threatened coho and chinook salmon, steelhead, and two species of lamprey. The Johnson Creek Watershed encompasses about 54 square miles. The drainage basin includes several partner jurisdictions including Portland, Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Gresham, Multnomah and Clackamas Counties, and the Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District and the East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District.

You are a dynamic Project Manager who has a demonstrated history of planning, developing, and implementing watershed restoration projects and building relationships with a diverse group of partners. The Restoration Project Manager-RPM-will work in a team environment with a talented staff, an active board, and a diverse group of volunteers to protect and restore one of the most densely populated watersheds in the state of Oregon.

POSITION SUMMARY
The RPM provides leadership and guidance to the Council's restoration programs and manages implementation of specific Council restoration projects. The RPM facilitates Council restoration planning processes, which includes coordinating with other restoration entities (jurisdictions, other non-profits) and identifying restoration priorities suitable to the Council's mission and organizational strengths. The RPM identifies and develops restoration projects to leverage the Council's strong partnerships as well as its volunteer resources.

Areas of Responsibility (Percentages are approximate. These areas include, but not limited to):

(55%) Project Management - Provides leadership and guidance to the Council's restoration programs and implements or manages implementation of projects, primarily in the areas of fish passage improvement, fish habitat enhancement, stormwater management, monitoring, and management of watershed data. Project management duties include managing contractors, tracking project budgets, obtaining permits, writing grant completion reports, and procuring project materials and supplies.

Explores and develops strategic partnerships with other restoration entities. Identifies new projects, developing short- and long-term restoration work plans, and tracking plan implementation.

(25%) Monitoring/Assessment - Leads development of our next 10-year Restoration Action Plan, including analyzing relevant environmental data. Coordinates with Inter-Jurisdictional Committee, organizes information so that JCWC is a clearinghouse of watershed data/reports, communicates results and progress through a variety of media. Organizes monitoring efforts, including those conducted by volunteers in our community science program. Conducts effectiveness monitoring on completed projects. Keeps abreast of ecological monitoring efforts in the Johnson Creek Watershed, and incorporates monitoring results into restoration planning.

(10%) Grant Writing / Fund Development. Works with the Executive Director and other staff to develop fundable projects consistent with the Council's restoration priorities. Actively researches potential funding sources (public and private). Develops grant applications, including project and program budgets.

(10%) Administration, staff planning, and miscellaneous - Attends and participates in weekly staff meetings. Writes a bimonthly staff report for the board of directors. Attends and participates at the yearly strategic planning retreat with the board and staff. Fills out timesheets, participates in staff chores (e.g. office cleanup). The RPM contributes to the Council's quarterly newsletter, monthly email bulletin, and website. Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge and desire to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community.

Bachelor's degree in aquatic ecology, fisheries biology, hydrology, or other watershed science or related field, and at least 3 years related experience. A related master's degree may substitute for two years of experience. Demonstrated equivalent experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.

Project management experience.

Strong computer skills, including experience with GIS.

Demonstrated knowledge of watershed science and management, including analysis of environmental data.

Self-motivated, resourceful, results-oriented.

Ability to multi-task and to work in a team.

Willing and able to work occasional weekends and evenings (comp time given to maintain work/life balance).

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with watershed residents of diverse backgrounds.

Professional skills, including work planning, team building, time management and organization.

Knowledge and experience with fish passage and fish habitat enhancement issues and solutions.

Knowledge and experience with stormwater pollution reduction and green infrastructure.

Knowledge of the Pacific Northwest flora and fauna, both native and non-native.

General knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental laws and demonstrated experience obtaining local, state, and federal permits for watershed restoration projects.

Grant-writing and grant administration skills and experience.

Transportation Information

The Restoration Project Manager must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to provide documentation. Ability and willingness to use your own vehicle to travel to work activities is essential (mileage reimbursement is provided by JCWC). JCWC owns a vehicle which is shared with other staff members and may not always be available. The Restoration Project Manager will be covered on the JCWC's vehicle insurance policy while driving the company vehicle.

To Apply
Send by email a resume and a detailed cover letter that addresses required and desired qualifications to Alison Perkins, Operations Manager ( alison@jcwc.org). Position closes at 9 a.m. Pacific time, March 26, 2024. Please use PDF files when attaching the cover letter and resume. No phone calls, please.

We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role. We list many qualifications. If you have many of them, please apply.

Click HERE to download a PDF of the full job announcement

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We’re Hiring a Restoration Project Manager • Johnson Creek Watershed Council

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WHO YOU ARE You are a dynamic Project Manager who has a demonstrated history of planning, developing, and implementing watershed restoration projects and building relationships with a diverse group of partners. The Restoration Project Manager—RPM—will work in a team environment with a talented staff, an active board, and a diverse group of volunteers to protect and restore one of the most densely populated watersheds in the state of Oregon.

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Application Deadline: May 1st 2026 Before 11:59 PM, Open Until Filled.

Salary: $52,000 - $57,000

Benefits: Medical & dental insurance, 401(k) match, paid vacation and sick leave, and 10

paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)

Location: Portland, OR

Hours: Full- Time 35hrs/Week

Summary of Position:JCWC’s mission and 10-Year Action Plan by building

community stewardship opportunities, ensuring equitable participation, delivering science-based

watershed education, and strengthening long-term support for restoration priorities. This role is highly

people-facing and programmatic, and serves as a key connective hub across the organization.

Duties:

Lead planning and implementation of JCWC’s largest volunteer events, including the Watershed

Wide Event and Johnson Creek Cleanup.

Oversee logistics for volunteers, including Creek Crew Leader Orientation, registration, site

coordination, supplies, safety planning, and communications.

Collaborate with staff to align volunteer activities with

Coordinate Land Tending events in partnership with jurisdictional agencies, neighborhood

groups, and community partners.

In partnership with the Leach Botanical Garden, support the Back 5 program to foster

environmental stewardship and workforce development pathways for young people.

● Opportunity to plan and implement additional youth and community education events as

funding becomes available.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date volunteer and contact records in Salesforce, including

volunteer hours, locations, and participation data.

● Develop and monitor program budgets and timelines to ensure work is completed on schedule

and within approved funding parameters.

● Represent JCWC at community events, partner gatherings, volunteer fairs, and other public

engagement opportunities as needed.

Support grant reporting by providing program data, outcomes, documentation, and narrative

updates as needed.

● Participate in fundraising and donor engagement activities, including attendance and support of

the Annual Celebration event.

Qualifications:

Minimum of two years of experience in community outreach, volunteer coordination, event

planning, or environmental education.

● Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural resources, biology, or an equivalent

combination of related education and relevant experience.

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and facilitation.

● Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and

communities.

● Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

● Experience planning and coordinating volunteer or community-based events.

● Comfort with databases and technology; experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems

preferred.

● Valid driver’s license and willingness to use a personal vehicle for work-related travel (mileage

reimbursed).

How to Apply: Send by email a resume and a detailed cover letter that addresses required and desired qualifications to

Jennifer Hamilton, Executive Director at jennifer@jcwc.org Please use PDF files when attaching the cover letter and resume. No phone calls, please.

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Position: Community Outreach Coordinator **UPDATED 7/12/19** Schedule: 32-40 hrs/wk (0.80-1.00 FTE), includes some evening & weekend time as needed to attend meetings and Council events. Compensation: $18/hr; Benefits include employee health/dental/vision plan paid for by JCWC; employer 3% match to company 401(k) retirement plan; 10 paid federal holidays; 18 paid vacation days; Current

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Salary: $19.00 an hour

Location: Portland, OR

Duration: March 10th- June 5th

Summary of Position: The internship is three days a week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

- On Tuesday we will be in class with both hands on activities and lecture/discussion.

- On Wednesday and Thursday we will be at various sites both private and public conducting hands on habitat restoration. We will learn how to remove unwanted plants from the soil, practice sustainable harvesting and learn to be in respectful community with each other.

- We will start at 8:30AM on Tuesday. We start at 7:30AM on Wednesday and Thursday. We are housed at Great Spirit United Methodist Church in NE Portland, Oregon.

- There will be the option to attend local events and learning opportunities outside of regular scheduled days.

Qualifications: Adult internship 18+

How to Apply: If you are interested in receiving updates about our internship, please contact dawn@wisdomoftheelders.org

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Paid internships in Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge (ITEK) and restoration, offering hands-on experience and career support.

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Application Deadline: Open until filled

Salary: $25-$28/Hour

Benefits: 100% paid medical/dental for employee, 1⁄2 premium for each dependent.

Paid life insurance and disability insurance (after waiting period).

Location: Portland, OR

Hours: Full-time

Summary of Position:

This position will be responsible for promoting energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in underserved communities in Multnomah County. The HEA Coordinator will oversee a variety of tasks aimed at raising awareness, providing education, and facilitating energy-saving opportunities, in alignment with the Program’s goals.

Duties:

In partnership with Energy Program Manager develop and maintain a comprehensive program roadmap to align with community needs assessments, resource planning, and contract milestones.

Ensure milestones are met and activities are carried out according to program goals and timelines.

Conduct targeted outreach to engage and build awareness about home energy efficiency and savings within local communities.

Create and distribute educational materials tailored to the needs of underserved communities, including guides and resources on energy efficiency.

Provide direct support to residents in determining eligibility for Community Partner Funding (CPF).

Conduct HEAs in residential homes to identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements.

Provide clear recommendations on energy-saving measures and assist residents in understanding the potential savings and benefits.

Coordinate the installation of energy-saving measures, ensuring that all installations meet Energy Trust

specifications.

Qualifications:

Must be detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines and complete extensive paperwork.

Must have a valid Oregon driver's license and be insurable under SEI’s auto coverage.

Must have effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to interact with people of varying social, economic and education levels.

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field highly desired. Significant training plus three (3) years’ work experience in a green workforce environment may be substituted for education requirement.

And more...

How to Apply:

Have a cover letter and resume promptly ready and submit with your information using this link here.

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Make a difference with SEI! Explore career opportunities in youth services, education & community outreach in Portland.

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Application Deadline: Open until filled

Salary: $25–$35/hour DOE.

Benefits: Limited part-time benefits included.

Location: Hybrid; remote work with regular travel to Wallowa County, Oregon

Hours: part-time, permanent position (20 hours/week); full-time during the Wallowa Gathering event period (approximately three to four weeks or more in late spring/early summer)

Summary of Position: Wallowa Land Trust seeks an Indigenous Community Liaison to support Indigenous-focused programs and strengthen relationships between tribal communities, private landowners, and partner organizations. This position operates within WLT’s broader organizational commitment to Tribal engagement and collaboration, grounded in respect for Tribal sovereignty, early and ongoing engagement, transparency of intent, and relationship-based decision-making.The Indigenous Community Liaison works closely with the Executive Director and other staff to plan, coordinate, and support culturally grounded programs, with particular responsibility for the annual Wallowa Gathering. This role requires the ability to work independently, communicate respectfully across cultures and communities, and help ensure that engagement is consistent, well-coordinated, and aligned with organizational values and policies. Much of the work may be performed remotely; however, regular travel is required to Wallowa County and to locations where descendant communities reside, including the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), the Nez Perce Tribe (NPT), and the Confederated Colville Tribes (CCT).

Duties: Serve as the primary point of contact for tribal members participating in the Wallowa Gathering

• Coordinate planning in collaboration with tribal participants, WLT staff, board members, landowners, and partner organizations

• Manage event logistics before, during, and after the Gathering, including food, lodging, transportation, supplies, accessibility, and record-keeping

• Conduct site visits, mapping, and assessments related to plant species, readiness, and accessibility

Provide on-site support for up to 200 participants from CTUIR, NPT, and CCT

Support the Executive Director, Conservation Program Manager, board members, and other staff in engaging respectfully and consistently with Tribal partners, including preparation, coordination, follow-up, and documentation

• Meet with private landowners to support access for Indigenous gathering and cultural practices

• Strengthen partnerships with organizations such as Nez Perce Wallowa Homeland and The Nature Conservancy, in coordination with WLT staff

• Recruit and engage tribal members in volunteer roles and board service, as appropriate

Qualifications: Experience planning and coordinating events or community-based programs

• Demonstrated success building collaborative partnerships across diverse cultural and community contexts

• Familiarity with Plateau cultures and communities, Eastern Oregon communities, and Indigenous root gathering practices

• Knowledge of Wallowa County native plant species preferred Community & Cultural Competence

• Existing relationships with CTUIR, NPT, and/or CCT strongly preferred

• Ability to work respectfully within Indigenous cultural protocols and community priorities

• Ability to work in ways that respect Indigenous knowledge holders’ time, consent, and boundaries, and to help avoid extractive or burdensome engagement practices Project Management, Communication & Logistics

• Highly organized and able to self-manage responsibilities

How to Apply: Email a single PDF with cover letter, resume and three references to kathleen@wallowalandtrust.org.

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We're hiring!

Please click here to read about the Development Director position.

And click here to learn more about our Indigenous Community Liaison role.

By the Numbers

Wallowa Land Trust is a local nonprofit, tax-exempt organization founded in 2004 by landowners and residents of Northeast Oregon's Wallowa County.

members supporting our mission

Maintain scenic beauty

Preserve Wallowa County's stunning vistas for future generations

Improve water quality

Protect our rivers, streams, and watersheds

Preserve cultural landmarks

Honor and protect sites of cultural significance

Protect wildlife habitat

Ensure diverse species continue to thrive

Sustain working landscapes

Support local agriculture and ranching heritage

Provide economic returns

Benefit from tax incentives and estate planning options

The East Moraine Community Forest

Securing one of North America's most iconic landscapes

The breathtaking beauty of Wallowa Lake's East Moraine forest and open space was permanently protected in January 2020 when almost 1,800 acres were transferred into Wallowa County ownership.

Read more about the moraine

Head to Heart Conservation

Discover how we're reimagining conservation through meaningful collaboration with Indigenous peoples, bridging traditional ecological knowledge with modern land stewardship.

Read our Executive Director's letter

Join our mission

Your support creates lasting change.

Our Mission

Wallowa Land Trust's mission is to protect the rural nature of Wallowa County by working cooperatively with private landowners, Indigenous people, local communities and governmental entities to conserve land.

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Application Deadline: Position open until filled.

Salary:$63,000–$68,000 annually, DOE

Benefits: Health insurance, vision, dental, retirement, vacation, and other benefits included.

Location: Enterprise, Oregon. Hybrid work is possible, with a minimum of 50% in-office presence.

Hours: full-time, permanent position (36 hours/week)

Summary of Position: Wallowa Land Trust is seeking a values-driven, strategic Development Director to lead and strengthen the organization’s philanthropy program. This role is responsible for building and managing the systems, strategies, and structures that support sustainable fundraising for a place-based conservation nonprofit

Duties: Serve on WLT’s Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy and aligning conservation, fundraising, and operational goals

• Lead the development and implementation of annual and multi-year fundraising plans with clear goals, deliverables, and metrics for success

• Design and maintain clear, documented fundraising systems, processes, and tools that ensure continuity, transparency, and organizational resilience over time

• Develop and manage the fundraising and outreach budget in coordination with the Executive Director

• Contribute to annual organizational planning, goal-setting, and budgeting processes Executive Director Fundraising Enablement

• Build and manage donor pipelines, engagement strategies, and tracking systems that support effective cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship by the Executive Director and Board

• Prepare donor research, briefing materials, talking points, and solicitation strategies to support Executive Director donor meetings

• Track donor engagement activity, follow-up actions, and next steps to ensure consistent and timely stewardship

• Coordinate scheduling, materials, and internal alignment to maximize the effectiveness of Executive Director donor interactions Board Engagement & Culture of Philanthropy

• Serve as lead staff liaison to the Board of Directors and Development Committee, supporting board engagement in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

• Foster a strong culture of philanthropy across staff and board, building shared ownership of fundraising success Donor Fundraising & Relationship Management

• Personally cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors and prospects, while prioritizing systems and processes that support long-term organizational fundraising success

• Develop and implement a Major Donor and Planned Giving Program appropriate to the organization’s size, capacity, and community context

Qualifications: helpful, but not required:

• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) credential

• Experience working for a land trust or conservation-focused organization

• Experience with inclusive and equitable fundraising practices, including community-centered or movement-based approaches

How to Apply: Email a single PDF with cover letter, resume and three references to kathleen@wallowalandtrust.org.

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We're hiring!

Please click here to read about the Development Director position.

And click here to learn more about our Indigenous Community Liaison role.

By the Numbers

Wallowa Land Trust is a local nonprofit, tax-exempt organization founded in 2004 by landowners and residents of Northeast Oregon's Wallowa County.

members supporting our mission

Maintain scenic beauty

Preserve Wallowa County's stunning vistas for future generations

Improve water quality

Protect our rivers, streams, and watersheds

Preserve cultural landmarks

Honor and protect sites of cultural significance

Protect wildlife habitat

Ensure diverse species continue to thrive

Sustain working landscapes

Support local agriculture and ranching heritage

Provide economic returns

Benefit from tax incentives and estate planning options

The East Moraine Community Forest

Securing one of North America's most iconic landscapes

The breathtaking beauty of Wallowa Lake's East Moraine forest and open space was permanently protected in January 2020 when almost 1,800 acres were transferred into Wallowa County ownership.

Read more about the moraine

Head to Heart Conservation

Discover how we're reimagining conservation through meaningful collaboration with Indigenous peoples, bridging traditional ecological knowledge with modern land stewardship.

Read our Executive Director's letter

Join our mission

Your support creates lasting change.

Our Mission

Wallowa Land Trust's mission is to protect the rural nature of Wallowa County by working cooperatively with private landowners, Indigenous people, local communities and governmental entities to conserve land.

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Wallowa Land Trust works to protect the rural nature of Wallowa County.