Director, Floodplain Restoration
Quick answer
American Rivers is hiring a Senior Director, Floodplain Restoration (Washington and Oregon-based) paying $77,100 to $86,800 annually to lead Integrated Flood Management program and policy development.
- Role
- Director, Floodplain Restoration
- Organization
- American Rivers
- Location
- Washington and Oregon
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $77,100 to $86,800 annually
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Director, Floodplain Restoration provides high-level leadership for Integrated Flood Management (IFM) program and policy development across Washington and Oregon. This role serves as a strategic advisor to local communities, delivering expert guidance on flood resilience planning, navigating complex funding landscapes, and fostering cross-agency collaboration.
What you'll do
- Provide high-level leadership for Integrated Flood Management (IFM) program and policy development
- Serve as a strategic advisor to local communities on flood resilience planning
- Navigate complex funding landscapes and foster cross-agency collaboration
- Coordinate with the NW River Restoration Director, NW Regional Director, and National Director of Floodplain Restoration
- Import effective resilience strategies from national community of practice
What it takes
- Advanced degree in environmental studies, biology, ecology, geology, hydrology, political science
- Five years of professional experience in policy advocacy, conservation, floodplain management, water resource management
- Demonstrated experience in coalition building and managing diverse interest groups
- Strong understanding of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and Oregon’s regulatory environment
- Working knowledge federal environmental regulatory frameworks
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Washington and Oregon with some remote work options.
What is the salary range?
The salary range is $77,100 to $86,800 annually.
What are the minimum qualifications required?
Minimum qualifications include an advanced degree and five years of professional experience in policy advocacy or related fields.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Rivers's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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