Project Coordinator

National Forest Foundation

Central Sierra Project Coordinator managing partnerships and conservation projects for NFF with a focus on forest health. Leading conservation initiatives and coordinating project implementation in Tahoe and Eldorado National Forests.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeGrass Valley • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $86,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project planning and implementation within conservation programs, with a strong focus on building partnerships and securing funding opportunities. Proficient in managing multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and effective communication.

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Project PlanningConservation Program ManagementGrant WritingStakeholder EngagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ImplementationForest Health ManagementWildfire Risk ReductionEcosystem RestorationHabitat RestorationContract NegotiationStewardship Agreements ManagementCommunity Resiliency ProjectsFunding Opportunity PursuitResearch Skills

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsPersuasive WritingRelationship BuildingConflict Resolution

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Industry Keywords

U.S. Forest ServiceConservation ProgrammingCommunity-Based ConservationCalifornia NGO PartnershipsOutdoor Work Conditions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working closely U.S. Forest Service partners to identify new projects related to forest health, wildfire risk reduction, community resilience, watershed improvement, ecosystem restoration, and recreation enhancement projects.
Leading the advertisement, negotiation, and awarding of multiple contracts for services related to on-the-ground implementation of fuel reduction, commercial thinning, habitat restoration, critical access improvement, and community resiliency projects.
Working directly with contractors, consultants, nonprofit organizations, partners, and the U.S. Forest Service to coordinate on-the-ground implementation of fuel reduction, commercial thinning, habitat restoration, critical access improvement, and community resiliency projects effectively and efficiently.
Working with the U.S. Forest Service to help develop, modify, manage, and track Stewardship Agreements and Challenge Cost Share Agreements for new and existing stewardship projects.
Supporting the expansion of the base of private and public-sector supporters and partners by actively pursuing funding opportunities, creating new development opportunities, and writing grants.
Building and maintaining close and mutually beneficial relationships among the U.S. Forest Service, California NGO partners, and the NFF to implement effective community-based conservation partnerships.
Strengthening the NFF ability to support on-the-ground restoration and recreation projects by supporting activities that reinforce existing collaborations and help build new partnerships.
Maintaining a breadth of knowledge about current trends, emerging issues, policy interventions, and innovations in the field of conservation programming to enhance the NFF strategic efficacy.
Serving as a point of contact for the NFF conservation activities in the Tahoe area.
Assisting as necessary with the NFF program of work in the State of California, which may include the management of diverse, short-term projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, in conservation, forestry, planning, landscape design, recreation planning, environmental science or related field.
Minimum three years of work experience with conservation programs, project planning, and/or coordinating project implementation, preferably on federal lands.
You must be authorized to work in the United States.
A strong attention to detail with an organized approach to daily work.
Excellent research and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
Excellent communications skills, including strong and succinct persuasive writing.
Ability to cultivate new donor relationships.
Ability to effectively set priorities, while managing a variety of projects and tasks to successful completion.
Ability to work with a wide range of people with differing and sometimes conflicting opinions, and maintain neutrality.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the Eldorado and Tahoe National Forests and beyond.
Work in outdoor conditions.
Maintain a flexible work schedule, including participation in weekend and evening events.
A valid U.S. Divers License and clean driving record.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions between $1,878-$3,750 per year, predicated on coverage type.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost.
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost.
Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options.
Whole life insurance at a discounted rate.
Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays (annual leave accrual rates increase with years of service).
Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid.
Training & Development Programs.
Professional development reimbursement for up to $1,000 per year.
The opportunity to support an incredible mission and travel to / work in spectacular locations.