Description
As a non-profit mountain recreation area, Bogus Basin is committed to engaging the community in affordable, accessible, and fun year-round mountain recreation and education. Caring for the land and our natural resources is essential to sustaining that mission. The Sustainability & Stewardship Coordinator leads and coordinates the organization’s sustainability efforts, working across departments to reduce environmental impact and support long-term stewardship of the mountain.
This role focuses on three key areas: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving land health, and increasing community awareness of climate action and ecosystem stewardship. Success in this role depends on strong cross-department collaboration, clear communication, and shared ownership of sustainability initiatives.
Reporting & Collaboration
- Reports to the Community Impact Manager and is primarily based at the recreation area
- Partners closely with the Director of Mountain Operations on land management, restoration efforts, and other cross-departmental projects
- Works across departments to coordinate, align, and advance sustainability initiatives
- Engages internal teams and external partners to build shared ownership and support for sustainability efforts
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Projects (40%)
- Identify and support implementation of key greenhouse gas reduction projects with internal departments and partners
- Track and report on project progress and outcomes
- Train and supervise seasonal staff and volunteers to implement waste diversion systems
- Foster cross-departmental engagement and accountability for sustainability initiatives
- Support planning and implementation of solar development projects
- Conduct greenhouse gas emissions inventories and report progress in alignment with the NSAA Climate Challenge
- Coordinate participation in Idaho Power energy incentive programs and track outcomes
Land Management (40%)
- Manage noxious weed treatment in coordination with the Director of Mountain Operations
- Train and supervise seasonal staff and volunteers in weed management and habitat restoration
- Maintain treatment records in compliance with USFS policy
- Collaborate with Mountain Operations to reduce weed spread and monitor new populations
- Manage seed collection, propagation, and planting programs with regional partners
- Plan and implement reseeding and planting efforts on construction and restoration sites
Community Outreach (10%)
- Develop and maintain partnerships with universities, agencies, and community organizations
- Represent Bogus Basin at sustainability and conservation events
- Support development of marketing and educational materials
- Plan and execute community sustainability events, including National Public Lands Day
Other Job Duties (~10–15%)
- Apply for and manage grants
- Track program metrics and outcomes
- Manage the department’s operating budget
- Regularly report on sustainability initiatives to leadership and at staff meetings
Requirements
Education & Experience Requirements
- Required: Degree in sustainability, ecology, biology, botany/horticulture, natural resources, environmental sciences or similar field preferred.
- Required: Minimum of two years managing projects and staff in the sustainability or conservation space
- Required: Working knowledge of habitat restoration best practices
- Required: ISDA Pesticide Applicators License, or willing to obtain within 60 days of employment.
- Required: Valid driver’s license and has maintained a safe and clean driving record.
- Preferred: Wilderness First Aid, or similar certification
Additional Requirements
- Passion for the Bogus Basin Mission
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
- Proficient computer skills and experience using, but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Earth, etc.
- Work effectively with internal teams and partners with varying priorities to advance shared goals
- Excellent data collection and organization skills
- Desire to care for open spaces and the environment
- Excellent ability to articulate concepts related to ecosystem services, climate action, and related topics
- Strong plant identification skills
- Able and willing to design and create education resources to communicate with the public about stewardship and sustainability initiatives
- Ability to navigate mountainous terrain with or without GPS or maps.
- Background check required.
- Must be at least 25 years of age
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays
Physical
- Consistently travel 2-12 miles per day on foot while transporting backpack sprayers weighing up to 50 lbs. on steep and uneven terrain (on and off trail) in all conditions
- Operate vehicles including vans, trucks with trailers, four-wheelers and side-by-sides.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel
- Ability to perform essential duties efficiently and accurately, with or without supervision, and without injury to incumbent or others
- Ability to stand, balance, walk and reach with hands and arms
