Job Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Salmon River Restoration Council - Forks of Salmon, California
Pay: $25-$30/hour
Application Deadline: March 18, 2026; open until filled
Description:
30-40hrs/week Flex Time (dependent upon workload and funding)
Permanent Position (Grant Funded)
Reports to: SRRC Fire, Fuels & Forestry Program Manager
Pay Rate: $25-30/hr depending on experience
Location: Forks of Salmon, California (applicant should be willing to reside within commuting distance – Salmon River, Scott Valley, Mid Klamath)
The Fire, Fuels and Forestry Program Assistant helps coordinate a dynamic program, with duties changing by the season and opportunities to work in the field. The Assistant will help manage forestry contracts and contractors, develop environmental compliance documents, utilize GIS to create project maps, and participate in regional collaborative efforts. This position is a good fit for someone adept at working in both the office and field, who can apply local knowledge of forest and fire ecology to funding proposals, grant reports, and collaborative regional efforts.
General SRRC Program Assistant Duties:
Assist in the development of grant proposals to secure program funding.
Be familiar with grant agreements and take responsibility for completing grant tasks, including reporting.
Attend staff meetings and be aware of general SRRC requirements, policies, and reporting and administrative details.
Work collaboratively with other SRRC programs where programs and projects overlap or align.
Keep program outreach products up to date, contribute to annual newsletter, and distribute educational materials at local and regional forums.
Help organize community assessments, education activities, workshops, workdays, field trips and trainings appropriate for the program.
Contribute to the upkeep and operation of SRRC’s off-grid Watershed Centers (this includes operating power system, starting fires/splitting wood, office cleaning tasks, etc.)
Specific Fire, Fuels, and Forestry Program Duties:
Assist with the planning and implementation of fuels reduction and prescribed fire activities, including the following:
Contact and coordinate with private landowners, Klamath and Six Rivers National Forests, Tribes, and partner organizations to develop fuels reduction and prescribed fire activities on and adjacent to private lands, including through TREX and All-Hands-All-Lands training exchanges.
Completion of environmental compliance (NEPA, CEQA, ESA etc.) for fuels reduction activities.
Conduct field layout, photo monitoring and GPS mapping of fuels reduction and prescribed fire activities.
Maintain Geographic Information Systems (GIS) products for Fire, Fuels and Forestry Program.
Prepare RFP/bid packages for contract fuels reduction activities, prepare contracts and oversee contractors.
Coordinate Salmon River Fire Safe Council activities and assist with coordination of the Community Liaison Program.
Assist in landscape level fire and fuels planning efforts.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor of Science in related field and/or relevant experience in the field.
Sound understanding of fire ecology.
Comfort working in forested and brushy landscapes, on steep terrain, and around fuels reduction crews and prescribed fire.
Technologically literate with strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and other commonly used software.
Good organizational skills and record keeping (attention to detail is critical).
Positive attitude, good people skills, and good oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter who can work independently and without direct daily supervision.
Skill in establishing priorities, managing workload, and balancing office and field work demands.
Ability to provide and follow thorough, detailed instruction.
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation (high-clearance and 4WD vehicle recommended).
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
Knowledge of local area.
Proficiency in Spanish or desire to improve Spanish speaking skills.
Experience overseeing contractors.
Current First Aid, CPR & AED training.
Experience using Garmin GPS and inReach devices.
Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or willingness to develop working knowledge of GIS, including Field Maps and Survey123.
How to Apply:
To apply, send cover letter, resume and two references to lyra@srrc.org. If you have questions, please contact Bona Fries at fire@srrc.org. For more information on our organization, please see our website: www.srrc.org
