Amargosa Conservancy Partner Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator

Amargosa Conservancy

is a 501(c)3 non‑profit organization with over 1900 members and supporters based in Shoshone, California, and has been the leading voice for the conservation of the Amargosa River watershed for almost two decades. The Conservancy is dedicated to standing up for the wilds waters and communities of the scenic Amargosa Basin and Eastern Mojave. The Conservancy engages in advocacy, education, science, on‑the‑ground conservation, and restoration to promote the long‑term health of the Amargosa River watershed.

Please note this position is not managed by Great Basin Institute. GBI is supporting Amargosa Conservancy with recruitment only.

The Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator will play an integral role in overseeing the coordination and execution of a restoration implementation project in the California portion of the Amargosa River watershed funded through the California Wildlife Conservation Board Desert Conservation Program. This position will coordinate with grant partners across the following actions:

• Assist with restoration and stewardship projects including volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision.
• Support the creation of a cultural seed‑banking program alongside Indigenous partners.
• Execute hydrological monitoring of critical alkali wetland habitat.
• Act as a community liaison, connecting with key community members and landowners through direct outreach and community events.
• Engage with neighboring community members, business owners, and other stakeholders about proposed restoration activities.
• Develop educational materials including social media and blog posts, newsletter articles, and interpretive displays.
• Oversee management of relevant equipment and supplies.
• Oversee associated data entry and mapping for field projects.
• Assist in preparation of reports and other documents for submission to project partners and government agencies.
• Collaborate with and assist the California Botanic Garden on botanical projects in the Amargosa River watershed, including inventory seed collection, monitoring, and outplanting.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position will work directly with grant partners to execute the project action plan, promote community education and engagement activities, and coordinate all necessary grant invoicing and reporting in accordance with agreements and deliverables for the duration of the grant term.

• Job Title: Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator

• Job Type: Full‑time, hourly; 3‑year term

• Compensation: Starting rate $25–30 per hour depending on experience. The position is grant‑funded for a three‑year term with potential for yearly raises and position extension based on future funding availability.

• Job Location: Based in Pahrump, NV (preferred); other nearby locations negotiable.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Previous experience in ecological restoration or conservation project management.
• Working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics of major plant families and California flora preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with GIS and/or other mapping software (Field Maps, Survey
  123).
• Familiarity with public lands management and regulations is a plus.
• Experience in managing grants and agreements is preferred.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental conditions is required.
• Must have physical strength and endurance sufficient to carry field equipment and supplies and hike over sometimes steep and uneven terrain.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact via the subject line “Restoration and Plant Stewardship Coordinator Application” for more information. If you are having issues with your application submission, please contact Kelly Barrett at

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