Sustainability and Stewardship Coordinator

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

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