Program and Operations Coordinator

Northwest Land Conservation Trust


The Program and Operations Coordinator (POC) is a new position with NWLCT and will be the first and only employee. This person will play a critical role in establishing, documenting, and maintaining core administrative, outreach, and program functions within the organization. The POC will lead the development and execution of systems and procedures essential to providing an efficient, effective, and compliant organization. This role will be a key pillar of support for the Board of Directors. The position is 18 hrs/wk, remote with flexible work hours. The pay is $25-$28/hr paid monthly.  After a 6 month probationary period, there is a possibility for an increase in hours and/or pay rate, and the possibility of benefits.

Core Responsibilities: 

Support Board of Directors in making progress towards fulfilling our Mission and implementing our Strategic Plan, which was completed in 2026. Build and maintain the reputation and profile of the NWLCT in the community. Provide a consistent, timely, and reliable organizational presence to government agencies, other conservation organizations, and the general public.  Increase frequency and quality of organizational contact with landowners, volunteers, donors, and other stakeholders. Improve public-facing communications, increase visibility of organization, and strengthen public understanding of NWLCT’s conservation impact. Align administrative and operational policies with Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices to prepare for future accreditation. Strengthen record-keeping and compliance systems to meet professional standards for long-term stewardship. Increase fundraising activity and donor participation to create diversified revenue streams that support long-term organizational stability.

See www.nwlct.org for complete job description


How To Apply

<div class="job-frame__how-to-apply__content" id="how-to-apply-content-279448" job_id="279448" event_label="jid-279448-b-n" aid="aid-89849" location="oregon" categories="admin-leadership-general-stewardship-land-trust" tags="outreach-volunteer-coordinator" experience=”entry-level” job_type=”permanent” company=”northwest-land-conservation-trust” level_name=”basic” screen_size=”mobile” position=”” list_name=””>

We are seeking an individual with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills. If that describes you, we encourage you to apply even if your background does not match every item on the above list.

Please email a cover letter, resume, and three references (name, email, phone, how they know you) to [email protected]

Position open until filled. We aim to hire for this role by mid October.  The hiring team will begin reviewing applications on October 1st.

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on environmentaljob.net Job Board.


How To Apply

We are seeking an individual with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills. If that describes you, we encourage you to apply even if your background does not match every item on the above list.

Please email a cover letter, resume, and three references (name, email, phone, how they know you) to [email protected]

Position open until filled. We aim to hire for this role by mid October.  The hiring team will begin reviewing applications on October 1st.

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on environmentaljob.net Job Board.

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where (environmentaljob.net) you saw this job posting.