Land and Watershed Restoration Director - Remote

Overview

The National Forest Foundation (NFF) is pleased to offer a regular, full-time position that will lead the national land and watershed restoration enterprise program. The Land and Watershed Restoration Director will spearhead innovation, manage complex funding mechanisms, supervise program staff, and advance NFF’s program of work focused on restoring every degraded National Forest ecosystem back to health.

In Short

• Lead the national land and watershed restoration enterprise program.
• Manage funding mechanisms and supervise program staff.
• Coordinate with U.S. Forest Service and other partners.
• Develop and implement programs for ecosystem resilience.
• Oversee budgets and project management.
• Build relationships with various stakeholders.
• Communicate with the public about conservation initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in ecosystem restoration.
• Travel regularly throughout the U.S.
• Work in a remote capacity with reliable internet access.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in a natural resources-related field or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of experience in ecosystem restoration.
• Experience managing remote staff teams.
• Familiarity with land and watershed science and policy.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel regularly.
• Commitment to NFF’s mission.
• Knowledge of community-based conservation.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% for employees and dependents.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% employer match.
• 35 days of annual leave and flexible time off.
• Professional development reimbursement up to $1,000/year.
• Employee assistance program at no cost.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost.
• Opportunities for travel and work in spectacular locations.