Positions with our Partners
Permanent/Full-Time
- Geospatial Analyst - Headwaters Corporation, Lakewood, CO
- Director - Arthur Carhart National Wilderness Training Center Director (shared by member Steve Chesterton, February 26, 2024)
- Hydrologic Technician - US Geological Survey (MD, DE, DC)
- Membership and Development Manager - Water Education Colorado
- Faculty Research Assistant - Waterways and Bays Restoration Coordinator - University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (Annapolis)
- Fisheries Biologist - Stillwater Sciences (Arcata)
- Environmental Scientist: Riparian Ecologist/Watershed Scientist - San Francisco Estuary Institute (Richmond, CA)
- SW Montana Recreation Supervisor- MT State University, Bozeman - Full time. Assist with field-based graduate research studying recreational use and trout declines at a variety of sites throughout SW Montana. Full time with potential for continued employment through 2026. (Shared by member Liam Harry, February 20, 2024)
- Executive Director - Headwaters, Inc. (KY) (Source: SORP, February 17, 2024)
- Want to work for the EPA? The agency is preparing for a substantial hiring push in 2024 …leaning on a twin set of climate-related bills to restore its workforce. The EPA seeks to hire 1,000 new employees and interns this year as it attempts to continue growing its rolls after years of staffing reduction. (Source: E. Katz, Government Executive, February 8, 2024)
- Boating Safety Advocate - Oregon State Marine Board
- Salmon Habitat Restoration and Fish Passage Project Manager - Sound Salmon Solutions (Mukillteo, WA)
- Retail Fly Shop Position - Headhunters Fly Shop (Craig, MT) - Seasonal
- Stormwater Specialist - James Madison University (Harrisonburg, VA)
- Environmental Educator – Paddle Program Specialist - Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership (Portland, OR)
- Stormwater Program Specialist - Schofield Barracks, Colorado State University Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (Schofield Barracks, HI)
- Restoration Coordinator - RiversEdge West
- Membership and Development Manager - Water Education Colorado
- Kenai River Glamping Resort Cook/Chef - Kenai Riverside Resort
- Environmental Analyst /Aquatic Invasive Species Outreach Specialist - NEIWPCC (Warrensburg, New York)
- Native Seed Farm Field Technician - River Partners (Colusa, CA)
Seasonal, Internship, Temporary
- Student Trainee, Hydrology - US Geological Survey (MD, DE, DC)
- Retail Fly Shop Position - Headhunters Fly Shop (Craig, MT). Full time seasonal 4/15-10/31
- Mississippi River Green Team Site Supervisor - Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
- Aquatic Resources Field Technician - Trout Unlimited (Grand Rapids)
- Mississippi River Green Team Site Supervisor - Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
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Technician, Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Management Team - The Lakes and Ponds Program of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (Source: Northeast Aquatic Nuisance Panel and member Michele L. Tremblay, February 28, 2024)
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- Rafting, Kayaking, SUP, Rock Climbing Guides and Support/Sales Staff - New Mexico River Adventures
- Payette National Forest - Watershed Crew AmeriCorps Member
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Early Career Resources
We may not know you to see that you are an individual who finds passion in rivers and are considering rivers as the framework for your life's work. RMS is going to try to provide avenues for you to learn, get to know, and grow with one of hundreds of positions that support river health, protection and management. When you choose a role that resonates, you'll enjoy responsibilities that are challenging, exciting, and gratifying. Here are a few organizations that can connect you with river jobs and offer invaluable training and mentoring opportunities, as well.
- Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education represents a collection of all environmental education providers and supporters in the state of Colorado. Learn about them further at the CAEE website. Here's a recent annual report.
- The Environmental Stewards (ES) Program, a program of Conservation Legacy (previously Southwest Conservation Corps) offers land and water management agencies and non-profit organizations opportunities to accomplish specific projects and provides individual placements for young people “Stewards” interested in gaining experience in natural and cultural resource management. With support from ES Program staff, Stewards are placed with state and federal programs and non-profits (host sites) in 10-week to year-long positions through-out the United States. Visit the ES website.
- Transforming Youth Outdoors (TYO) is the first resource-based community for people committed to transforming youth outdoors. If you are interested in joining the community, check it out.
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