Water Stewardship Program Assistant

Location: WSU Kitsap Extension, 345 6 th St. Suite 550, Bremerton WA 98337

Term: Expected to start Dec. 1st, 2025 – December 31st, 2026

Schedule: Part-Time up to 16hrs/week, Variable schedule

Position Summary: This is a part-time, paid position for up to 16 hours per week. Work hours and times vary depending on seasonal programming and events. Some weekends and evenings will be required for educational outreach events and volunteer trainings.

Assistant reports to Watershed Stewardship Program Coordinator and will primarily help with the coordination of the Stream Steward, Salmon Docent, and Kitsap Beach Naturalist Programs. Assistant must follow WSU Extension policies and guidelines. For more information about the Watershed Stewardship programs, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

Minimum Education al Requirement: A.A. or A.S. degree in education, sciences, environmental studies or natural resources.

• Passion for learning about the natural world and sharing it with others
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets and databases
• Flexible with daily changes in tasks and weekly work schedule
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Ability to work in collaboration with team members to accomplish tasks
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Strong communication skills via telephone, email, writing, and in-person
• Confidence in managing groups of volunteers and trainees
• Advanced computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Zoom) and ability to operate standard office equipment

• Social media, marketing, and/or graphic design experience
• Interest and experience in photography, videography and/or development of infographics or story maps
• Event planning experience, with a focus on educational workshops or field trips
• Familiarity with Kitsap County natural resources and the regional organizations and agencies that manage them
• Experience with maintaining records, files and statistical information

Compensation: This position is hired as a Program Assistant = $20.09 – $26.74 per hour.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.