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  Req#: 5316396
  Salary: $31.62 - $38.43 Hourly
  Location : Chelan County - Wenatchee, WA
  Job Type: Various Job Types
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2026-CCD RS2
  Department: Cascadia Conservation District
  Opening Date: 04/21/2026
  Closing Date: Continuous
  
  Description
  Typical FTE: 0.75 to 1.0 - 30-40 hours per week
  
  Hourly Rate Range: Resource Specialist 2 Wage Scale - Steps 1-10
  Cascadia Conservation District is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join the District in the role of Habitat Restoration Specialist II. This permanent, part-time or full-time position (30-40 hours per week) will be one of the primary staff responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining and monitoring habitat restoration projects to benefit salmonid species and water quality in Chelan County. This position will be responsible for managing grant funds, project logistics, will also serve on a variety of water resource and salmon recovery committees, and will work collaboratively with a dynamic team. Cascadia CD is located in Chelan County, Washington with physical office space located in the city of Wenatchee. Remote work is available with the candidate expected to work out of the Wenatchee office a minimum of 1-3 days per week. Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to the Cascadia CD office to meet workplace reporting requirements. Funding for this position is subject to the continuing availability of federal, state, and local grants and contracts. This position report directly to Cascadia CD's Riverscape Program Manager.
  About Us
  
  Cascadia Conservation District's mission is to encourage wise stewardship and conservation of all natural resources in Chelan County by:
  
  • Working to implement conservation best management practices on the ground.
  • Being an active advocate for wise land use and water management decisions.
  • Promoting a reasonable approach to environmental problems. Providing locally led, voluntary, non-regulatory solutions to local environmental problems.
  • Educating both adults and youth about natural resources stewardship.
  
  Cascadia CD consists of a small team of dedicated staff focused on providing technical assistance, cost share and building programs that serve our community and the natural resources in Chelan County. Cascadia CD is a non-regulatory political sub-division of Washington State and is governed by a 5-member volunteer Board of Supervisors.
  
  Service Area
  The quality of life in Chelan County is unsurpassed, evident by a steadily increasing population and a strong, diverse economy. The area's natural beauty and abundance of recreational opportunities are two of the many reasons people come to Chelan County. It's a place characterized by sparkling clear rivers, clean air, flowered hillsides, expansive views, spectacular mountains, brilliant skies, and productive orchards and farms.
  
  From the ridge tops to the valley bottoms, Chelan County is a spectacular place to live, work and play.
  Duties
  Typical Work
  The Habitat Restoration Resource Specialist 2 will serve as the lead for a suite of aquatic habitat restoration projects within Chelan County. Typical project types may include LWD installation, culvert replacement, riparian restoration and beaver dam analogs (BDAs). This position is responsible for the lifecycle of a project: concept, securing grant funding, planning and design, implementation logistics, post-project monitoring and reporting. They will regularly seek funding opportunities, work collaboratively within the Cascadia CD conservation programs and within the habitat restoration community within the North Central Washington region. A typical day in the office may include coordination of partners and team members, budget check-ins, grant reporting and status updates, collaboration with other Conservation District programs such as Forestry and Agriculture, coordination with local partners, and completing project management and permitting activities. A typical day in the field may include site visits to active or prospective project sites, assisting with project implementation in the field, meeting contractors and partners in the field and supporting logistics for implementation. This position will spend approximately 50% of their time in the office and 50% in the field. For a full list of duties for these positions, please see the job description posted at:
  Qualifications
  Minimum Qualifications
  A qualified candidate must have:
  • A Bachelor's Degree involving natural resources and/or habitat restoration related sciences and three years of professional level experience. An Associate's Degree may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree if the applicant has four years or more of applicable experience. Please address this in your cover letter.
  • Very strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills. Experience working with private landowners Demonstrated the ability to handle multiple projects
  • Capability of working with diverse individuals and small groups.
  • Ability to develop and manage contracts between agencies, landowners, partners and contractors.
  • Experience writing and managing grants
  • Experience applying for and receiving permits such as HPA, USACE Section 404, building permits, etc.
  • Experience planning and implementing conservation practices typical for habitat restoration, agriculture and/or forestry.
  • Able to work in remote and rugged locations under a variety of weather conditions, traverse difficult upland and instream terrain, and carry field equipment necessary to complete required job tasks.
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel are essential).
  • Valid driver's license.
  Desired Attributes
  • Experience designing and editing print and digital education and outreach materials.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the practical application of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies.
  • Competency with GIS software and GIS analysis Knowledge of WA native and non-native plants.
  • Experience working with conservation districts, and NRCS,
  • Experience participating/facilitating public meetings.
  • Planning and managing strategic meetings with community and partners. Spoken and/or written proficiency in Spanish
  
  Supplemental Information
  Benefits
  WA State Retirement (PERS)
  Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Holidays,
  Medical/Vision/Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Monthly VEBA Benefit, Optional Aflac, Short Term/Long Term Disability, and other optional benefits through Washington Counties Insurance Fund
  
  Job Description
  For a full list of duties for this position, please see the job description posted at:
  
  To Apply
  Submit cover letter and resume with at least three (3) references to Ryan Williams via this Smartsheet form:
  
  Open until filled.
  
  First review round will occur for applications submitted by May 4, 2026 at 5:00PM.
  
  Cascadia CD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
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  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026

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