Ambitious. Hard-working.
Be part of one of the most ambitious restoration projects in North America. Our team of 30 employees and 30 AmeriCorps members are ready to welcome you into the next phase of your learning or career.
The Conservancy has an inclusive, positive culture that values work-life balance and growth opportunities. With offices in Yerington and Reno, our generous benefits package further separates us from other non-profits and local employers. From fully-paid health insurance to generous leave and employer contributions to your retirement, we work hard to take care of our team.
Check out our job postings below.
Current Staff Position Opportunities
Chief Financial Officer
Updated April 11, 2025
The CFO will work with a high-performing organization, leading complex financial transactions and accounting in a mission-driven setting. The CFO must demonstrate rigorous ethical standards, impeccable attention to detail, and bring a business perspective to the nonprofit environment. They must serve as an example to the entire organization of our core values: Make a Difference, Ensure Excellence, and Own It.
Operations Manager
Updated April 11, 2025
The Operations Manager plays a critical role in supporting the Conservancy’s internal operations with a strong focus on compliant procurement processes, vendor coordination, office systems, and administrative infrastructure. Reporting to the CFO, this position ensures smooth day-to-day operations across facilities, IT support coordination, vehicle fleet management, insurance tracking, and staff logistics.
Development and Outreach Coordinator
Updated April 9, 2025
The Development and Events Coordinator supports the fundraising team and Conservancy events. This position supports administrative functions for major gifts fundraising, grants, and fundraising events. Additionally, this position assists with public events supporting the Walker Basin Restoration Program, staff events, and community engagement.
Nursery Tech I
Updated April 15, 2025
WBC is recruiting a Nursery Tech to join our team.
The Nursery Tech I is responsible for assisting Nursery management in the collecting, growing, shipping and harvesting of the Shadehouse and Greenhouse operations at the Smith Valley nursery location. The primary focus is on executing greenhouse production practices and substrate nutrient applications while maintaining high sanitation protocols for the Shadehouse (SH) and Greenhouse (GH).
Nursery and Seed Tech (I)
Updated April 15, 2025
WBC is recruiting a Nursery and Seed Tech (1) to join our team.
The Nursery and Seed Tech (I) will implement nursery and seed operations alongside the Nursery Grower Supervisor and the Native Seed Technician (II). The position will propagate plants in the nursery, as well as harvest, process, and store seeds. This job advertisement is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this job. All jobs include broad responsibilities for continually improving the processes we use to deliver the best quality native plants and seed to the restoration community.
Enjoy Amazing Recreation Opportunities
LOCATION:
Our field offices are located in Yerington and Smith Valley, Nevada, beautiful rural farming communities right in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, just over an hour south of Reno. The communities are deeply rooted in agriculture, mining, railroads, and gaming, adding to the rich cultural, natural, and native history of the Walker Basin. Enjoy access to a diversity of historic, entertainment, and recreation destinations.
Camping, biking, hiking, backpacking and paddling
Lake Tahoe (1.5 hour away)
Lahontan Reservoir (30 minutes away)
Walker Lake (45 minutes away)
Topaz Reservoir (30 minutes away)
Yosemite (via Tioga pass, 1.5 hours away)
Fishing, hunting, boating and OHV trails
Flat and white-water boating (1 hour away)
Rock hounding and climbing
Ghost Town Exploration
Ski Resorts (1.5 hours away)