Stewardship Director

The Stewardship Director is responsible for a diverse workload and works closely with other RVCD employees, and provides support to other RVCD staff as needed.  This position in managed by the RVCD Board of Supervisors, but the ideal candidate can work effectively and efficiently with little day-to-day supervision.

The Stewardship Director will work with stakeholders to implement Ruby River WRP projects, oversee the Lower Ruby tributaries water quality-monitoring network, and manage outreach and education. Additionally, the Stewardship Director will work with landowners, agency personnel, and non-profit partners to identify conservation needs, as well as implement conservation projects and programs to address these needs. This includes various aspects of project management, fundraising and financial management, and community outreach and education. The Stewardship Director represents the RVCD in multiple partnerships and collaboration conservation efforts on the local, regional, and statewide scale.

Work Environment: This position requires 30% field work and 70% office work. The Stewardship Director works on average 40 hours per week. Occasional travel will be required for conferences, meetings, and trainings. This position is located in Sheridan, MT and is housed within the NRCS Sheridan Field Office at the USDA Service Center.