Field Manager

Field Manager Position Title: Field Manager Location: Imperial Valley FLSA Status : Full-time, Exempt Reports to : Director of Field Restoration Pay Range : $77,000.00 - $95,000.00 A thriving future for California's environment and communities requires bold vision, creative problem -solving, and relentless determination. This is a critical decade for action and River Partners is growing our team of talented, dedicated change- makers to meet the challenge head on. Join us! Who We Are A tenacious nonprofit founded in 1998; River Partners brings life back to California rivers. We advance an innovative model of conservation that harnesses the power of restored riverways to create a thriving future for the state's environment and communities. Blending modern farming practices, cutting-edge science, and diverse alliances, River Partners reforests and reconnects river landscapes and critical wildlife corridors at an unprecedented pace and scale. We've restored more habitat along impaired Californ ia rivers than anyone else in the western U.S., having led hundreds of projects across nearly 20,000 acres throughout California. Our efforts result in a suite of tangible wins for struggling wildlife, flood safety, climate resiliency, water conservation, healthy communities, and strong local economies. We are growing fast and looking for passionate team members to help us increase our pace and scale of restoration. Why We Do It Healthy rivers are essential for a vibrant California. They provide fresh water for growing our food, economy, communities, and wildlife found nowhere else. Rivers support more species and in greater numbers than any other ecosystem in California -making ou r state a worldwide biodiversity hotspot. Yet just 5% of our native riverside habitat remains. What's left needs reviving. The actions we take during this decade will decide Californias future. With their exponential benefits for wildlife, natural resources, and communities, healthy rivers are critical for a flourishing Golden State for generations to come. Position Description: The Restoration Field Manager successfully implements riparian habitat restoration projects. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory responsibilities. Essential Functions and Responsibilities of Th is Position Include: • Supervise and train entry -level field technicians, youth conservation labor crews, and interns. • Direct staff and allocate resources to meet contractual obligations and deadlines. • Oversee project budgets. • Purchase equipment, supplies, and services to support project implementation. • Ensure that safety is the top priority and all of our field equipment is in good operating order. • Develop and maintain productive relationships with project partners, neighbors, venders and community stakeholders. • Maintain a working knowledge of all project documents including design specifications, contractual obligations, funding restrictions, and regulatory compliance requirements. • Direct agricultural practices for field preparation, irrigation installation, planting and on -going plant maintenance activities. • Set-up and calibrate agricultural implements. • Inspect fields and perform timely maintenance activities to optimize plant growth and minimize expenses. • Observe all labor laws. • Accurately tract expenses and prepare invoices. • Collaborate with the River Partners' Restoration Science Team to implement specific designs and develop field research activities. • Support River Partners' Development Team in budgeting new projects. • Attend public events, fairs and meetings to promote the organization and its mission. • Travel to and work on multiple project sites . • Other duties as required. Essential Knowledge Skills and Abilities: • Enjoy working with diverse people and organizations to get things done. • Ability to solve problems and learn new skills. • Possess knowledge of and experience with standard agricultural techniques in the Central Valley including, tractor and gator operation and maintenance, herbicide application and reporting, irrigation, drill and broadcast seeding, seed collection and proces sing, tree planting. • Possess knowledge of or willingness to learn California plants, riparian ecology, hydrology, soils, and wildlife. • Understand basic contract and labor laws. • Proficient in budgeting, negotiation, purchasing, reporting, and vendor relations. • Possess the ability to work both in a team environment and independently. • Good organizational skills - ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. • Ability to maintain composure under changing priorities and challenging conditions. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Commitment and enthusiasm to carry out River Partners mission. Qualifications: • BS in agriculture, biology, ecology, environmental science or related science. • Five years of agricultural management experience. • Certification in pesticide application (Pest Control Advisor preferred, Qualified Applicator License required). • Valid California driver's license with clean DMV Record. • Knowledge of agricultural equipment and practices. • Ability to install, operate and schedule irrigation systems. • Proven budget management experience. • C-27 Landscaping Contractor's License (preferred but not required). • Possess the ability to communicate in basic Spanish (preferred, but not required). • Proficiency with Microsoft Office. • Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Compensation & Benefits Exempt position. Pay Range Annually $7 7,000.00 to $95,000.00 River Partners offers a generous benefits package including ample holidays and paid time off, an alternative work week schedule, flexible location and hours, health insurance, and up to 4% 401(k) match on your contribution. To Apply Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to the link belo Careers at River Partners For any questions regarding your application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@riverpartners.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until this position is filled. River Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. River Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non -job-related characteristic as directed by law. Working Conditions/Physical Effort: Does this job have any travel requirements? Yes No Percentage of time spent traveling: 10-25% 26-50% >50% Travel is by (check all that apply): Car Airplane Other:____ Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below. Amount of Time --% of Work Week None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds More than 100 pounds How much on -the-job time is spent in the following physical activities? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Amount of Time --% of Work Week None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Stand Walk Sit Use hands to handle or feel Reach with hands and arms Climb or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Talk or hear Taste or smell How much noise is typical for the work environment of this job? Check the appropriate level below. Very quiet (examples: forest trail, isolation booth for hearing test) Quiet (examples: library, private office) Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic) Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth- moving equipment) Very loud (examples: jack hammer work, front row at rock concert) How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require? Show the amount of time by checking the appropriate boxes below. Amount of Time --% of Work Week None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Wet or humid conditions (non -weather) Work near moving mechanical parts Work in high, precarious places Fumes or airborne particles Toxic or caustic chemicals Outdoor weather conditions Extreme cold (non -weather) Extreme heat (non -weather) Risk of electrical shock Work with explosives Risk of radiation Vibration Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus) No special vision requirements Describe the specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above: - Working on a large restoration site (>100 acres) with agricultural -type equipment. - Working at a computer, using a copier, and reading documents.