Location: Bishop, CA (other Eastern Sierra locations considered)
Salary: $60,000-$80,000 DOE Duration: Fully-funded 2-year position
Position Overview:
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the Eastern Sierra Land Trust (ESLT), and the Intermountain West Joint Venture (IWJV) are seeking to fill a collaborative position to conserve working lands, wildlife habitat, and healthy watersheds in the Eastern Sierra region of California. This is a 2-year, full time position based in Bishop, CA with fieldwork throughout Inyo, Mono, and Alpine counties in the Eastern Sierra region.
The Rangeland Conservationist Partnership Position will add capacity and provide support to local NRCS and ESLT staff. This position will expand and expedite field delivery and partnership development capacity to strengthen and improve private land protection and rangeland improvement in the Eastern Sierra region. This partnership opportunity will leverage current and future conservation funds from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Farm Bill. The position will be hosted by the ESLT but daily instruction and leadership will be provided by local NRCS staff. The IWJV will provide support for the collective partnership.
Apply now:
Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with Rangeland Conservationist Partnership Position in the subject line. For more information, contact Land Conservation Program Director Amy Sturgill at [email protected].