Give Back to the Places You Love

by Phoenix Anthony, Office Manager & Michele Prestowitz, Development Manager   Living in a place surrounded by so much beauty, it’s hard to choose a favorite spot. Maybe it’s a walking trail winding through the forest or a swimming hole… Read more

Thank You from the Watershed Council

by Phoenix Anthony, Office Manager As the year is coming to a close and the celebration of Thanksgiving begins, we would like to take a moment to reflect on this past year and extend our sincerest gratitude to you. You… Read more

Collaborative Weed Control Along the Truckee River

by Jeannette Halderman, Program Manager In 2014, through a combination of numerous funding opportunities, the TRWC was successful in gaining approval from and cooperation of six landowners to treat several species of non-native invasive plants on nearly 300 acres along… Read more

The Silent Offender: Sedimentation

by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director At first glance, the Truckee River and its tributaries look pristine but in fact they are classified as impaired (polluted) from excessive sediment levels (Total Maximum Daily Load for Sediment – Middle Truckee River Watershed,… Read more

Good To The Last Drop

by Lisa Wallace, Executive Director Did you get a letter from your water supplier on emergency drought regulations? Most, if not all, suppliers are restricting watering of landscaping to one to two days a week. The watering limits come from… Read more

Keep Donner Lake Blue?

by Phoenix Anthony, Office Manager Often in the shadow of iconic Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake has finally gotten the recognition and support that it deserves. Beginning in 2014, watercraft inspections are now mandatory before launching into the lake. The Truckee… Read more

Johnson Canyon- Restoration In Action!

by Beth Christman, Director of Restoration Programs The Truckee River Watershed Council, in partnership with the Truckee Donner Land Trust, is implementing restoration work in Johnson Canyon (formerly known as Negro Canyon). Heavy equipment work on the project begins Monday,… Read more

WE'RE HIRING: Lead Philanthropy. Advance Watershed Resilience.

Development Director – Truckee River Watershed Council (Full description linked here)
Location: 
Truckee, CA
Salary:
 $105,000–$125,000 + benefits

The Truckee River Watershed Council (TRWC) seeks an experienced Development Director to lead our philanthropic strategy and strengthen long-term funding for watershed restoration across the region.

This senior role is ideal for a proven fundraising leader who excels in major gifts, donor strategy, and board partnership, and who is ready to help shape the next phase of TRWC’s organizational growth. 

About TRWC
TRWC is a trusted regional nonprofit dedicated to protecting, enhancing, and restoring the Truckee River watershed. Our work strengthens forests, meadows, and aquatic habitat to improve wildfire resilience, water quality, and long-term ecological health. 

With an $8M+ annual budget and a strong reputation among public agencies, funders, and community partners, TRWC is entering an exciting new chapter of organizational growth and philanthropic expansion.

What You’ll Lead

What We’re Looking For

Compensation & Location 

To Apply 

Send a single PDF (cover letter, resume, three professional references) to: mprestowitz@truckeeriverwc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by March 25.

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