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POSITION: Green Cities Project Manager - South Sound
(Formerly Green Tacoma Project Manager)
REPORTS TO: Green Cities Director
LOCATION: TACOMA, WA
POSITION TYPE: Class III, Full-time, Salary-exempt
SALARY: Start at $40,000, D.O.E.
BENEFITS: Eligible
TO APPLY: Email: jobs@cascadeland.org
Subject Line: "Green Cities PM"
Or send cover letter and resume to:
Cascade Land Conservancy
615 Second Ave, Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98104
Fax: (206) 577-9956
ATTN: Operations Director
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
BACKGROUND
CLC fills a unique and important niche as the largest conservation and community building organization
dedicated solely to this region. As a national leader, CLC is shaping a future that will flourish
environmentally and economically. We partner with thousands of leaders and residents across the
region to create healthy, livable and prosperous communities. For over 20 years, CLC has led efforts to
conserve more than 172,000 acres of forests, farms, shorelines, parks and natural areas and restore
critical landscapes.
Cascade Land Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CLC actively seeks candidates from a variety of
backgrounds, who are committed to the mission and vision of the organization.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Cascade Land Conservancy (CLC) conserves lands and waters throughout the region, from urban
natural areas to remote wildlands, in order to help maintain healthy ecosystems and create vibrant
communities. Currently, CLC has five established Green City partnerships: Seattle, Tacoma, Kirkland,
Redmond and Kent. The South Sound Green Cities Project Manager is responsible for the
implementation of the partnership between CLC, the City of Tacoma, Metro Parks Tacoma and other
stakeholders to restore Tacoma's natural areas and develop community stewardship of these lands.
They will also assist with establishing new Green City Partnerships within the South Sound Region.
CASCADE LAND
CONSERVANCY
615 Second Ave Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98104
JOB ANNOUCEMENT The South Sound Green Cities Project Manager is responsible for day-to-day tasks, including
coordinating with agency representatives, developing long-term restoration plans, coordinating
community stewardship programs, oversight of volunteer management, as well as preparation of
program reports, budgets, and presentations. The ideal candidate has experience in urban natural
resource management or urban forestry; integration of community-based stewardship; excellent oral
and written communication skills; and a commitment to the vision and goals of Cascade Land
Conservancy and the Cascade and Olympic Agendas.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
1. Serve as key staff member responsible for implementation of the Green Tacoma Partnership.
o Staff, volunteer and intern management.
o Management of work flow, production, and reporting.
o Administrative tasks associated with federal appropriation award including adhering to
federal policy rules and reporting standards.
o Tracking and implementation of budgets and contracts.
o Grant writing and adherence.
o Recruitment of volunteers and partners.
2. Coordinate with city agencies on project planning and implementation.
o Participate in city agency planning and implementation processes.
o Help develop urban forest site restoration plans and best management practices, help write
and produce long-term restoration plans, and produce other deliverables as defined by
current and new scopes of work.
o Serve as liaison between CLC, city agencies, and community stakeholders.
o Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders.
3. Assist CLC and City staff with public outreach including: press events, fundraising events, and Green
City partnerships presentations to stakeholder groups, media, partners, and more.
4. Establish positive relationships with other municipalities in the South Sound Region and assist in the
development and implementation of new Green City Partnerships.
5. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Enthusiasm for and commitment to the implementation of the Cascade and Olympic
Agendas.
http://cascadeagenda.com/ourstory/picturing-the-cascade-agenda/the-cascade-agenda
http://www.cascadeland.org/the-olympic-agenda
2. Degree in natural resource management or related field.
3. 2+ years of experience as a leader in a team setting working with staff, volunteers, agency personnel,
resource user groups, and others to accomplish conservation/restoration objectives. Advanced
degree may substitute for up to one year of experience.
4. Knowledge of current urban forestry practices and Pacific Northwest forest, wetland and
shoreline ecosystems; Pacific Northwest native and common non-native plants; and
standard habitat restoration techniques covering a variety of habitat types.
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently in an office and field setting.
6. Ability to organize and manage diverse activities and set priorities. Flexible under pressure.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
8. Strong computer and organizational skills. 9. Ability to develop a positive working relationship with staff, volunteers, board members, donors,
and community supporters.
10. Must be able to work some non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends.
11. Ability to work under physically demanding conditions, including cold and wet weather.
12. Ability to lift 50 lbs. and operate hand and power tools and other mechanical equipment.
13. Valid, insurable drivers license/record.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Degree or other specialized education/training in urban forestry or urban natural area planning and
stewardship.
2. Experience as a consultant in natural resource planning and implementation.
For more information on Cascade Land Conservancy, please see www.cascadeland.org.
Cascade Land Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CLC actively seeks a diverse pool of
candidates from a variety of backgrounds, who are committed to the mission and vision of the
organization.
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