Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $28.88 - $35.00
VACANCY ANN#: STOI-26-010
TITLE: LEAD ENTITY COORDINATOR (SSRC)
DEPARTMENT: DNR - FISHERIES
SUPERVISOR: FISHERIES DIRECTOR
LOCATION: SPOKANE, WA
STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME
RATE OF PAY: $28.88 - $35.00
OPENING DATE: APRIL 21, 2026
CLOSING DATE: MAY 21, 2026
INTRODUCTION:
The Salmon Lead Entity Coordinator serves as the primary coordinator for the Spokane Salmon Restoration Collaborative (SSRC) responsibilities under Washington States salmon recovery framework. This position plays a critical role in advancing tribal priorities for salmon reintroduction, habitat restoration, and ecosystem recovery within the Spokane River watershed and associated tributaries.
The Coordinator facilitates a collaborative, science-based, and community-driven process that integrates cultural values, traditional ecological knowledge, and state and regional salmon recovery efforts. The position supports project development, prioritization, funding coordination, and partnership building to advance salmon restoration goals for the SSRC and its partners.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead Entity & Collaborative Coordination
- Coordinate and administer theSpokane Salmon Restoration Collaborative (SSRC), including planning, scheduling, andfacilitatingmeetings of theTechnical Advisory Group,Citizens Committee,and other collaborative forums.
- Ensure Lead Entity activities align with long-term salmon reintroduction and recovery goals.
- Implement andmaintaina transparent, inclusive, and science-based project prioritization process consistent with Washington State Lead Entity and Salmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB) requirements.
Project Development & Funding Support
- Continuethe development of the SSRC
- Solicit, develop, and support salmon habitat restoration, protection, and reintroduction projects within the Spokane River watershed and associated areas.
- Assistproject sponsors with project concept development, grant applications, budgets, timelines, and compliance requirements.
- Coordinate the annual submission of prioritized project lists and applications to theSalmon Recovery Funding Board (SRFB)
and other federal, state, and regional funding programs.
- Track project status, funding, and outcomes using required state and regional databases (e.g., Salmon Recovery Portal, Habitat Work Schedule).
Partnerships & Intergovernmental Coordination
- Serve as a primary liaison between the SSRCand itspartners, local governments, state and federal agencies, tribes, nonprofit organizations, and landowners.
- Foster collaborative relationships that respect sovereignty and promote shared stewardship of salmon and aquatic ecosystems.
- Represent the SSRC at regional, state, and basin-wide meetings, workshops, and forums related to salmon recovery and habitat restoration.
Cultural Integration & Community Engagement
- Integratetribal values, cultural priorities, and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK)into salmon recovery planning and project development whereappropriate.
- Support outreach and education efforts that build community understanding of salmon restoration, ecological health, and the cultural importance of salmon to theregion.
- Encourage participation fromthe public, local communities, and stakeholders in restoration and recovery efforts.
Administration & Reporting
- Administer LeadEntityoperational funding, including work plans, deliverables, invoicing, and reporting requirements.
- Prepare meeting materials, summaries, annual reports, and funding documentation for tribal leadership, partners, and funding agencies.
- Maintainaccuraterecords, agreements, and documentation in compliance with tribal, state, and funding agency requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION:
- A valid Washington Drivers License (or ability toattainone)andmust be eligible for the Tribes vehicle insurance.
- Must have (or ability toattain) a Washington Boater Education Card.
- Knowledge and capacity to implementappropriatehabitatmonitoringtechniques. Strong background in fieldsurvey andresearch methods, dataanalysisand statistics.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate andcollaborateeffectively with diverse co-workers, project partners, and public outreach organizations.
- Demonstrated scientific writing and communication background (e.g.published scientific articles, communications, presentation abstracts, etc.).
- This position requires work tooccasionallybe performed outside general business hours, including early morningsandevenings.
- Good employment history with references.
- Capable ofperforming andcoordinatingfieldworkwith internal and external partners.
- Follow established protocols and adhere to programmatic standards.Knowledge and capacity to implementappropriatehabitatmonitoringmethodologies.
- Operate vessels, motorized and human powered.
- Comfortable wadingin riversand performing work invariableweather conditions.
- Ability to work independently withlimitedto nosupervision, at times.
- Ability to use ArcGISor other geospatialsoftware.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree inEnvironmentalScience, Natural Resources, Ecology, Fisheries, Planning, Public Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Familiarity with Washington States Lead Entity Program, SRFB funding, or other salmon recovery grant programs.
- Experience coordinating complex projects or collaborative processes involving multiple partners and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of salmon ecology, watershed processes, habitat restoration principles, and salmon recovery planning.
- Strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively with tribal, state, and federalgovernments, agencies, and diverse community partners.
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel within the region.
- Occasionalevening or weekend work may berequiredto support meetings or outreach activities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working for or with Tribal governments, particularly in naturalresourceor fisheries programs.
- Understanding ofthe Spokane River watershed, upper Columbia Basin, or salmon reintroduction efforts above Chief Joseph and Grand Coulee Dams.
- Experience with grant writing, grant management, and project tracking databases.
- Knowledge of or experience incorporating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) into natural resource planning.
*Indian Preference Applies Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.
*Safety Sensitive Background Requires a higher standard of performance and behavior.
Confirmation receipt of on-line application submission and interview status will be sent to all applicants e-mail address used when applying. Applicants are responsible to regularly monitor their e-mail for interview notifications.
MUST APPLY:
Contact: Empero Corral or Kammi Rosenbaum
(509) 458-6527
E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com
Applications Must Be Received In The Human Resources Department No
Later Than 4:30 p.m. on the Closing Date
The Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Indian Preference Policy
Applicants May be Subject To A Pre-Employment Drug Test Positions
All Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A-90 Day Orientation