Ambitious. Inclusive. Hard-working.
Be part of one of the most ambitious restoration projects in North America. Our team of 30 employees and 30 AmeriCorps members are ready to welcome you into the next phase of your learning or career.
The Conservancy has an inclusive, positive culture that values work-life balance and growth opportunities. With offices in Yerington and Reno, our generous benefits package further separates us from other non-profits and local employers. From fully-paid health insurance to generous leave and employer contributions to your retirement, we work hard to take care of our team.
Check out our job postings and AmeriCorps positions below.
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Current Staff Position Opportunities
Farm Manager
Updated November 15, 2024
WBC is recruiting a Farm Manager to join our team.
Sustainable Agriculture delivers consistent results in agricultural production and conservation. This role is pivotal and leads haying, grazing and specialty crop production within a leading environmental organization.
Nursery Tech I
Updated November 15, 2024
WBC is recruiting a Nursery Tech to join our team.
The Nursery Tech I is responsible for assisting Nursery management in the collecting, growing, shipping and harvesting of the Shadehouse and Greenhouse operations at the Smith Valley nursery location. The primary focus is on executing greenhouse production practices and substrate nutrient applications while maintaining high sanitation protocols for the Shadehouse (SH) and Greenhouse (GH).
Current AmeriCorps Opportunities
No open positions at this time.
Enjoy Amazing Recreation Opportunities
LOCATION:
Our field offices are located in Yerington and Smith Valley, Nevada, beautiful rural farming communities right in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, just over an hour south of Reno. The communities are deeply rooted in agriculture, mining, railroads, and gaming, adding to the rich cultural, natural, and native history of the Walker Basin. Enjoy access to a diversity of historic, entertainment, and recreation destinations.
Camping, biking, hiking, backpacking and paddling
Lake Tahoe (1.5 hour away)
Lahontan Reservoir (30 minutes away)
Walker Lake (45 minutes away)
Topaz Reservoir (30 minutes away)
Yosemite (via Tioga pass, 1.5 hours away)
Fishing, hunting, boating and OHV trails
Flat and white-water boating (1 hour away)
Rock hounding and climbing
Ghost Town Exploration
Ski Resorts (1.5 hours away)