Are you excited to help Washington State evolve our approach to wildfire toward “good fire” and fire-adapted communities? If yes, this may be the job for you! The Forests, Fire, and Communities Senior Program Manager leads WCA’s work on ecological and community resilience to wildfire by promoting beneficial fire, Indigenous fire stewardship, science-based forest health treatments, and community resilience work driven by the needs of Washington’s communities. The position pursues these goals through collaborative work in external coalitions, communications, coordination with the Department of Natural Resources, legislative advocacy, and engagement with local and Tribal governments.

Washington Conservation Action is a statewide environmental advocacy organization advancing environmental policies and pushing for actions that equitably address climate pollution, restore healthy salmon runs, sustain our state’s forests, and protect our democracy. For Washington to remain a national leader on environmental issues, we need environmental champions in elected office and to hold them accountable on our issues. To keep our environment protected, healthy, and vibrant, we are committed to supporting Native candidates, candidates of color, and environmental leaders.

Washington Conservation Action is a 501(c4) nonprofit organization. Washington Conservation Action Education Fund is our 501(c3) nonprofit partner organization. Together, we advance a shared vision for Washington state where nature and people live in balance for the flourishing of all.

This is a full-time, salaried non-exempt position with a set annual salary of $73,000.

We offer a generous benefits package which includes medical and dental insurance plan options with 100% employer paid premiums, a 401k plan with an organizational match of up to 3% of your annual salary, a Flexible Spending Account, ample paid vacation and sick leave, thirteen paid holidays per year, an unlimited ORCA transit pass, budgeted funds for professional development, and if you work for five consecutive years you are eligible for a two-month paid sabbatical. We welcome new and diverse people to a great team who together shape environmental protection in Washington.