Ambitious. Hard-working.
Be part of one of the most ambitious restoration projects in North America. Our team of 40 employees 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 Smith Valley, Topaz, 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 below.
Current Staff Position Opportunities
Director of Finance and Administration
Updated July 1st, 2025
The Director of Finance & Administration will provide financial insight, modernize systems, elevate financial strategy, and guide business operations for a fast-growing, mission-driven organization. Partnering closely with the CEO and program leads, this position will translate real-time data into sound decisions and ensure we scale sustainably.
Tourism and Marketing Manager
Updated July 1st, 2025
The Tourism and Marketing Manager will lead our place-based tourism and marketing efforts in support of long-term conservation goals, including the restoration of Walker Lake. This position will manage regional tourism partnerships, direct content and outreach strategy, and help execute a multi-year marketing grant funded by Travel Nevada.
Nursery Tech I
Updated May 13, 2025
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).
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)