Positions Available
Full-Time Employment
We have no full-time openings at this time.
Seasonal Employment/AmeriCorps Opportunities
Trail Crew Member (based out of the Reno/Sparks office)
Deadline to Apply: April 5th, 2021
Friends of Nevada Wilderness, in partnership with the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, is recruiting 6 full-time (40 hours/week) Trail Crew Members to maintain trails in eastern and central Nevada. The Trail Crew Member will be required to work cooperatively with other crew members and staff; and be responsible for the safety of fellow Trail Crew Members, volunteers, and Forest visitors. This is a seasonal position that begins in June and ends in September 2021.
Location: Lands managed by the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Position: Average 40 hours per week
Duration: June – September 2021
For more information and application instructions, click HERE
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Conservation Program Associate (based out of the Reno/Sparks office)
Deadline to Apply: April 15th, 2021
Assist and lead a variety of conservation projects throughout Nevada, mostly in back-country settings, manage volunteers, participate in volunteer recruitment and outreach activities, learn all aspects of volunteer coordination, assist in educational presentations throughout the community and online, and provide photos and written content for Friends of Nevada Wilderness email, social media, and newsletters.
300 or 600 hr AmeriCorps Service Member
Location: Reno, Nevada
Position: Average 40 hours per week/300 or 600 hours total
Duration: Mid-May/early June 2021 – August 2021 (300 hr) or Mid-May/early June 2021 - October 2021 (600 hr)
For more information and application instructions, click HERE.
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Sheldon Restoration Crew Member 300-hour AmeriCorps Position
Deadline to apply: April 1st, 2021
Disconnect from the digital world and spend your summer in nature! This once-in-a-lifetime experience will entail working directly on the ground to improve wildlife habitat by removing barbwire fence and unneeded, non-repairable developments within the spectacular Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. A significant amount of time will be spent living and working in a remote location with limited communication capabilities. As a bonus, housing and food will be provided; however, some camping will be required.
Location: Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge, Nevada
Position: 300 hour/40 hour/week for 10 weeks (3 available)
May 30-August 15, 2021
For more information and application instructions, click HERE.
Partner Employment Opportunities
Ventana Wilderness Alliance is seeking an experienced forward-facing public land conservation leader to serve as its Executive Director. For the full job description and more information, click here.
Working collaboratively with National Park Service at Lake Mead National Recreation Area (LAKE), the Outdoor Leadership Academy (OLA) is recruiting an Interpretation Technician to assist with the development and completion of resource interpretation and education programs and projects, including a wide range of formal and informal public and education programs and projects. For the full job description and more information, click here.
The US Fish & Wildlife Service is recruiting applicants for the Ash Meadows Visitor Services Specialist position. The position will coordinate the day-to-day operation of the Ash Meadows visitor center and lead its visitor services' volunteer program. This is a great position for someone who wants to build their skills in coordinating volunteers and visitor center management. Position will also take on other visitor services projects as time allows. These may include coordinating special events, conducting outreach, developing and presenting interpretive and environmental education programs, completing exhibit and brochure projects, and more. Position is through the Great Basin Institute. Applicants can find more information on their site.
This position will support, develop, and implement environmental education programs in coordination with federal land management partners at various sites in southern Nevada. Programs are tailored for the public, of all ages and backgrounds. Programs happen in person, on sites where the Conservancy has a presence which currently include Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area and also at various outreach events throughout the year. Programs also occur digitally, using social media platforms to extend reach into the community that may not be able to visit on site. See the employment announcement here.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access
Friends of Nevada Wilderness is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to being a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to do their best work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Read Friends' full IDEA Statement HERE.
Employer of National Service
We support service to community, with national and international impact, and the ability to make a difference. As an Employer of National Service, we encourage former AmeriCorps and Peace Corps service volunteers to apply with us.
