JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Education and Outreach Program Manager

Terms: Regular full-time position (40hrs/week), with benefits
Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 annually
Priority deadline: Initial review of applications will begin Monday, February 28, 2022. Applications
accepted until position is filled.
Position Summary
This position will provide programmatic oversight and staff supervision for the Snohomish Conservation
District’s (SCD) Education and Outreach Program. This innovative, creative team of community
engagement, adult and youth education, and media specialists provides support to all SCD programs –
including Agriculture, Habitat Restoration, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, and District Operations.
This position will report directly to the Executive Director and serve on the management team.
Primary Job Responsibilities
The Communications and Outreach Program Manager will lead the following tasks:

• Work with the Education, Outreach, Youth Education, and Management Teams to develop the

A bachelor’s degree in communications, natural resources, education, or related field; proven leadership
abilities; and five years of professional experience, preferably working in the environmental field.
Additional qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for the education requirement.

• Experience in program management and staff supervision
• Experience managing contracts and consultants
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and writing
• Ability to build relationships with diverse community members and partners
• Demonstrated skill in developing outreach and behavior change strategies for the public
• Ability to deliver strategic communications to elected officials and funders
• Experience in managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Knowledge of local and regional conservation issues
• Valid, unrestricted Washington State driver’s license

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Master’s degree in communications, natural resources, education, or related field
• 3 years’ experience in program management and/or staff supervision
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp, and other outreach/media software
• Experience in project management software (e.g., Smartsheet)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
This position requires the ability to:

• Sit or stand for long periods of time in a standard work-day
• Drive a vehicle for long periods when travel is needed. Must hold a valid, unrestricted

documentation of vaccination status.
Benefits
The District offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid holidays and vacation leave
time, low premium medical, dental, life and LTD insurance through Washington State PEBB,
participation in the State of Washington Retirement System (PERS), and coverage for WA Cares Fund.
Work Location
The position will work out of our Lake Stevens office with the option to work remotely part of the time.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at
https://snohomishcd.org/employment:

• Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position

• CV or resume detailing your related experience
• 1-2 page writing sample

If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact
Sarah Jones at sjones@snohomishcd.org or (360) 722-2679.
Applications will be reviewed beginning February 28th, 2022. Position open until filled.
We strive to work in partnership with all, to provide equitable and accessible programming on a
nondiscriminatory basis, and to continually improve how we do so. All programs and services of the
Snohomish Conservation District are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age,
disability, or genetic information.