The Stewardship Director leads the Columbia Slough Watershed Council’s efforts to restore, enhance, and protect habitat and watershed health. This role oversees all aspects of the Stewardship Program, including long-term planning, project prioritization, contracting, community organizing, managing budgets, acquiring project funding, and project implementation.
Key responsibilities include managing on-the-ground projects such as riparian and wetland restoration, neighborhood rain garden installation, and naturescaping on public and private lands. The Stewardship Director creates and leads volunteer events, including the annual Stewardship Saturday series, with support from the Volunteer & Program Coordinator.
The Stewardship Director also maintains strong relationships with partner organizations, represents CSWC on local and regional committees, and leads the Council’s Land Use Committee. They serve as the team’s key resource on watershed ecology, providing updates and insights to inform the Council’s work.
To Apply: Submit the following materials by the closing date. Submissions that do not include all of these items, and follow the criteria below, will not be considered.
- Cover Letter: Include an introduction, your qualifications, and strengths most relevant to the position and organization. Not to exceed two pages.
- Resume: Not to exceed two pages.
- Three References: One must be from a current or previous work supervisor.
Application materials will be accepted in the following ways:
- Email application: [email protected] with subject line “Stewardship Director”
- Physical application (must be received by 5pm, September 16, 2025):
Columbia Slough Watershed Council Attn: Amanda Gallegos
7040 NE 47th Ave. Portland, OR 97218
Closing Date: September 14, 2025 at 11:59pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
