HABITAT STEWARDSHIP COORDINATOR (NFWF RESTORE)
About Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) is North America’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife. With chapters across the United States and Canada, BHA works to ensure the outdoor heritage of hunting and fishing through advocacy, education, and stewardship. As a nonpartisan group of sportsmen and women, we stand up for public access, outdoor opportunities, and the untamed spaces that offer solitude, challenge, and a connection to the human spirit. To learn more, visit backcountryhunters.org.
About the Position
BHA is seeking an individual with the talent, passion and initiative to collaborate with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) staff, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and two identified public land grazing permit holders in transitioning to virtual fencing. BHA and partners will install five Vence signal base stations and collar 400 head of cattle to manage the Oley and Midland allotments on BLM and ANWR property. The implementation of virtual fencing will result in a more efficient and cost-effective rotational grazing system.
In addition to the virtual fencing project, this position will also be responsible for mobilizing volunteers to assist with fence removal efforts in high priority big game and greater sage grouse habitat.
The ideal candidate will work with a high level of autonomy and be flexible and organized in a fast-paced work environment. They will be able to quickly analyze and solve problems, collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders, assist with public land stewardship fundraising efforts, prepare professional reports that accurately document activities, adhere to standards of confidentiality and communicate effectively. The successful candidate will represent BHA with integrity and champion BHA’s mission and values in all facets of their work.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Participate in virtual fencing training alongside grazing permit holders and assist with placing collars on cattle.
• Throughout the season, provide ongoing support for, and schedule regular check-ins with,participating ranchers.
• Assist participating ranchers in identifying additional funding sources for future years.
• Remove and modify appx. 10 miles of obsolete fencing.
• In coordination with BHA staff and chapters, inspire, mobilize and support volunteers to assist with the implementation of grant and partner-funded public land stewardship projects. Organize and recruit volunteers and partners to participate in field days.
• Deliver volunteer support and training to increase efficiency, ensure volunteer safety and compliance with BHA and partner policies, and empower volunteers to meaningfully contribute.
• Assist in creating and/or gathering engaging media and stories to amplify the value of BHA’ boots-on-the-ground stewardship work.
• Support BHA involvement and comment writing on public land management planning processes and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) processes, as directed by supervisory staff.
• In coordination with BHA staff and volunteers, foster positive partnerships with state and federal agencies, nonprofit, and other conservation-based organizations.
• Gather photo and video content to showcase the unique value of this project as part of our expanding stewardship program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Preferably a hunter and/or angler.
• Willing to work flexible hours and travel across the region up to 50% of the time, including periodic extended travel to project sites.
• Previous experience with public land management agencies and/or nonprofit volunteer management strongly preferred.
• Proven understanding of state and federal land management agency planning and project management processes.
• Previous experience managing grant funding for stewardship work preferred.
• Previous experience managing contracts preferred but not required.
• Previous experience with NEPA encouraged but not required.
• Must conduct work with integrity and a collaborative spirit, while focusing on developing partnerships, building trust and fostering strong professional relationships.
• B.S. in natural resources or wildlife-related degree preferred.
• A minimum of three years of relevant experience required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work and interact with sportsmen and women and have a general knowledge of current and historical conservation issues, economics and the current political landscape.
• Must be an innovative and resourceful self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Must believe in and demonstrate a commitment to BHA's mission and values (please address this in cover letter).
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and have a valid U.S. driver’s license.
BHA offers a stimulating and fun work environment, health insurance and a generous leave package including annual time off for backcountry hunting/fishing, and discounts with BHA corporate partners.
Starting Salary: $55,000; position is limited to a one-year term, with the opportunity for extension, dependent upon funding.
Location: Preference will be given to applicants in or close to Northern Colorado.
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to the hiring committee at [email protected] with the subject line, “Habitat Stewardship Coordinator NFWF Restore.”
Please attach your cover letter and resume as a single PDF document. The cover letter should outline both your interest in, and qualifications for, this position.
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.