CareerPlan

Klamath Project Manager

Etna, California, USFull-time$83k–$97k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Develops, manages, and advances innovative streamflow, agricultural water management, and riparian restoration projects to improve river flows and restore freshwater habitat across working agricultural landscapes in the Klamath Basin.

Role type

Senior IC project manager (water conservation & habitat restoration)

Builds

Conservation projects enhancing instream flows and aquatic habitat while supporting agricultural viability

Domain

Environmental conservation, water management, agricultural land use

Required skills

project management, budget management, contract administration, negotiation, grant proposal writing, stakeholder engagement, land management, water policy knowledge, scientific and engineering approaches

Preferred skills

cross-cultural experience, political savvy, habitat restoration expertise, water use efficiency project experience, coalition building

Technologies

Microsoft Word, Excel, Web Browsers

Responsibilities

Lead and manage conservation projects; establish performance standards and control costs; assist in raising public and private funds; negotiate and contract with vendors; communicate with diverse audiences; work independently to meet deadlines; build cooperation with external parties; ensure program compliance; make independent decisions based on analysis; work in variable weather conditions and remote locations.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC