The Downeast Salmon Federation (DSF), based in Columbia Falls, Maine, is seeking a Director, Habitat Restoration and Land Trust programs. This position will report to DSF’s executive director.
For thirty-five years, DSF has been working to restore the Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish to the rivers and streams of eastern Maine. DSF has coordinated numerous in-stream and buffer restoration projects and it was instrumental in removing dams on the Pleasant and East Machias Rivers. In 2000, we established a land trust to protect riparian lands that were essential to salmon habitat and watershed health. To date, DSF has protected 2,900 acres and 23 miles of lake and river frontage in Washington County.
The director will manage DSF’s habitat restoration projects. These projects generally last from one to two years and involve coordinating with state and federal agencies, scientists, land owners, and other stakeholders; writing permits; managing contractors and construction personnel; performing in-stream monitoring of water quality, fish health and populations, and other scientific measures; and reporting to DSF’s board and funders.
As director of DSF’s Land Trust, the position is responsible for completing our 35 Mile Campaign to protect 35 miles of riparian corridors on regional rivers; completing the Land Trust Accreditation process; and overseeing the Land Trust Coordinator who manages all activities related to the stewardship and monitoring of DSF’s lands and easements.
DSF is looking for someone with energy, enthusiasm, and a relentless drive to make big things happen.
Salary: Competitive
Start date: ASAP
Apply by: September 30, 2017
Photo credit: Downeast Salmon Federation