A mission like ours needs people like you. We embrace an employee-first approach and value the talents and passions that a diverse team can bring. We hire great people and challenge each other to be an organization where everyone is respected and heard. We value diversity, belonging, accountability, collaboration, and innovation—all centered around our commitment to equity. Healthy, happy staff are an essential element of our success.
Open positions:
We have no open staff positions at this time but Columbia Land Trust is conducting a public search for volunteer members of our Board of Directors. We are seeking passionate board members representing the full diversity of the Pacific Northwest to guide our organization in conserving and caring for vital lands, waters, and wildlife in the Columbia River region! Serving on our board is an invaluable opportunity for personal and professional development and to learn from, connect with, and support a robust conservation community. If you have a new and curious perspective, practice big-picture thinking, embrace equity, and care deeply about conservation in the Northwest, please consider applying to become a Land Trust board member or sharing this opportunity with someone in your network. View the detailed position profile.
The search is being led by Potrero Group and you can contact Jena Kuznik (JKuznik@potrerogroup.com) with questions or recommendations.
Columbia Land Trust is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse workforce. We are committed to equity as a core organizational value. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a commitment to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, LGBTQ+ people, and people from groups who are underrepresented in conservation spaces to apply for this opportunity. We strongly encourage graduates from internship programs to increase racial and cultural diversity in the conservation movement to apply for these positions.
Columbia Land Trust offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and this role qualifies for overtime pay when required. Our benefits package includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. We pay 100% of health and dental insurance premiums for three-quarter to full-time employees; voluntary benefits include a Section 125 – FSA and long-term disability. We also offer a match (up to 5% of annual salary) to our 401(K) retirement plan.