Job Type: Permanent
Salary Details: $70-85,000/year commensurate with experience
Deadline: Sep 27, 2021
Required Experience: 2 – 6 years

See full details at https://www.conservationjobboard.com/job-listing-project-manager-napa-california/2499030760

Organization

The California Land Stewardship Institute (CLSI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to planning and implementing environmental stewardship, restoration and enhancement programs and projects including educational activities, scientific studies, promotion of beneficial stewardship practices and resource conservation activities on private lands and waterways.

CLSI operates the award-winning Fish Friendly Farming (FFF) Certification Program in 15 California counties.  Over 200,000 acres are enrolled in the program.  The FFF program is a robust certification program that assesses the natural resources of individual farm parcels and includes slopes, soils and creeks and inventories management practices such as soil and water conservation, chemical use, water sources and other practices. We complete maps and a detailed farm plan which specifies Best Management Practices (BMPs) to improve water quality, reduce chemical use, conserve water, revegetate and restore habitats and other actions. In Napa over 90% of the vineyards are FFF certified. CLSI certifies over 15 crops including fruit and nut orchards, field crops, vineyards, cannabis and ranch land.

CLSI also operates the Climate Adaptation Certification, the first agricultural certification program. This program models greenhouse gas emissions and carbon sequestration for all activities on the farm – cover crops, tillage, nitrogen use, burning, diesel equipment use and other actions as well as carbon sequestered in hedgerow and native habitat plantings, existing open space and habitats on the property. Two future scenarios with changed practices are also modeled.

CLSI carries out its programs and projects by establishing collaborative relationships with landowners/managers and agricultural organizations. CLSI also completes scientific studies and monitoring in cooperation with agencies, environmental groups, landowners and other scientists. The organization’s offices are located in Napa, California. 

We are seeking a Project Manager to carry out a range of activities including implementation of the FFF program for both irrigated lands and rangeland, implementation of the Climate Adaptation Certification program, technical assistance with state soil health programs and implementation of erosion control and stream restoration projects. The Project Manager will work with other staff to coordinate programs and projects run by the California Land Stewardship Institute. The Project Manager will be an integral part of a small and collaborative staff who works together closely.

Responsibilities

  • Completion of outreach, farm plans and assistance with certifications for the Fish Friendly Farming Program. This program addresses water quality improvements and habitat restoration on irrigated farmland.
  • Completion of outreach and climate plans for the Climate Adaptation Certification Program.
  • Assistance with implementation of the Fish Friendly Ranching Program. This program addresses water quality improvements and habitat restoration on actively grazed rangelands
  • Coordinate workshops on invasive plant removal, native plant revegetation, demonstration projects, and other topics as needed.
  • Assistance with fire recovery and forest health projects
  • Process various types of monitoring data and analyze for various features and trends.
  • Assist other staff in completing stream flow gaging, discharge measurements and other field measurements.
  • Contribute to the expansion and updating of our website
  • Develop and manage other restoration projects as needed, including seeking permits and landowner approval.
  • Training in many field techniques and subjects as well as a variety of computer programs will be provided

This position reports to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative manner with private landowners
  • Educational background and experience in soil science, hydrology, geomorphology, aquatic or riparian ecology or agricultural science. Minimum requirements are a B.A. or B.S.; M.A. or M.S a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing environmental projects
  • Outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Maturity, integrity, and experience to gain the trust and confidence of private landowners, farmers, colleagues, and partners
  • Results orientation, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within budget and deadlines
  • Strong sense of ethics and respect for confidentiality of information
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to working in a mission-driven, fast-paced environment
  • Ability to operate with flexibility in times of change
  • Familiarity with North Bay and/or farming communities a plus
  • Ability to work effectively and respectfully with a variety of constituencies
  • Proficient with ArcGIS
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop preferred
  • Own a car with valid driver’s license and insurance with ability to travel when necessary: driving is required throughout the North Bay

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time position with medical and dental benefits and retirement plan. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and competitive for living expenses in the SF Bay Area.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply:

Please submit a resume via e-mail to Laurel Marcus, Executive Director at laurelm@fishfriendlyfarming.org by 9/27/21. Phone calls are discouraged.

The California Land Stewardship Institute is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We are committed to diversity and consider all applicants for all positions without regard to color, ethnic background, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, and disability status.