Enhancing The Truckee’s First 4 Miles

We’re on it! By Kincade Stirek, Conservation Assistant The first four miles of The Truckee River—which flows from Tahoe City to Bear Creek— draws rafters, kayakers, swimmers, anglers and more to it’s gentle waters. But because there are no formal… Read more

Taking Back Middle Martis Wetland

We’re on it! By Kincade Stirek, Conservation Assistant For the past 20 years, we’ve been transforming the health and resiliency of close to 200 sites like the Middle Martis Wetland. Year by year, project by project, TRWC has worked to… Read more

21st Annual Truckee River Day

  It’s that time of the year, so grab your gloves, shovels and boots. Bring family and friends to help restore our Truckee River at the on Sunday, October 16th. Volunteers have their choice of half or full day restoration… Read more

Happy Independence Day

  What a great time to get out and enjoy the rivers!TRWC wants to wish you a fun and safe Independence Day July 9th and 14th – Adopt-A-Stream ~ Aquatic Monitoring Field CollectionCome out and collect aquatic insects as we… Read more

June and July Events

River Friendly Landscaping ( RFL)Through River Friendly Landscaping water quality improvements are being made, one property at a time. Get a free site evaluation to identify erosion sources in your yard. A $1,500 rebate is available. River Friendly Landscaping June… Read more

June Events Update

  River Friendly Landscaping ( RFL)With no erosion control measures on your residential property, an average of one ton of soil may be lost per year, per lot. No matter where you live in the watershed, this sediment eventually finds… 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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