Employment
Thank you for considering employment with Whatcom Conservation District. The Whatcom CD is a non-regulatory, political subdivision of the State of Washington, organized under Chapter 89.08 of the Revised Code of Washington.
Job Openings
Habitat Restoration Technician (full-time, salaried)
The Whatcom Conservation District (WCD) is looking for an enthusiastic entry-level natural resource management technician to assist with habitat restoration planning and implementation. The Habitat Restoration Technician works in collaboration with land managers and residents and assists F&W Habitat Improvement Program team members with planning, designing, installing, and maintaining riparian restoration projects to improve riparian conditions in private and public properties. The Technician also helps implement the District’s Annual Native Plant Sale, performs grounds maintenance, and assists the Education and Outreach Program team with general District community engagement events. This announcement will remain open until the position is filled.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit a resume and cover letter highlighting your experience, accomplishments, and skills relevant to the Habitat Restoration Technician Role, along with three professional references.
Submit all materials as PDF via this application portal.
Application Deadline: February 3, 2026, 4:30 p.m. (first pull date)
Interviews: February 17-19, 2026
Anticipated Start date: March 9, 2026
POSITION CONTACT
Emily Hirsch, Fish and Wildlife Habitat Restoration Manager
Email: ehirsch@whatcomcd.org
Phone: (360) 526-2381 x114
Whatcom Conservation District, 6975 Hannegan Road, Lynden, WA 98264
Whatcom Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its policies or programs.