We are currently looking for candidates interested in our Direct Contact Associate independent contractor position. This position may be either part- or full-time, depending on the selected candidate’s availability. As Direct Contact Associate, you’ll be promoting our River-Friendly Landscaping program by:

  • Canvasing targeted neighborhoods and explaining the program directly to the property owners;
  • Obtaining phone and email contact information from the owners and their verbal approval to have a Conservation Assistant contact them to schedule a site evaluation; and
  • Tracking the properties visited and the owner’s response.

The River-Friendly Landscaping program improves water quality by assisting residential property owners in voluntarily reducing or preventing soil erosion at older and established neighborhoods in the Truckee River watershed in the Town of Truckee, portions of Placer County and portions of Nevada County. If you love the river, come work with us!

Click here to view the River-Friendly Landscaping – Direct Contact Associate independent contractor posting and application requirements. Applications are due by 3/16/12.

It’s not too late! If you’re interested in applying for our part-time Program Manager position, please remember the deadline for submitting your application for this opening is next Friday, March 2nd. The Program Manager implements all aspects of our Weed Warrior program (volunteer events, land management agencies), oversees two-three urban-based restoration programs and will manage the update of watershed management plan/strategy.

Click here to view the Program Manager job posting and application requirements and pass it along if you know of a qualified candidate that may be interested!

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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