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
Smith Valley Area Manager
Updated September 23rd, 2025
WBC is recruiting a Smith Valley Area Manager to join our team.
The Smith Valley Area Manager is responsible for the management of multiple properties owned by the Conservancy in Smith Valley, NV. The focal property is an 850-acre working ranch that is managed for native plant and seed production, public access, and wildlife habitat. The ranch has a native plant nursery that produces hundreds of thousands of seedlings annually and several production fields growing native grasses, shrubs, and forbs. Two miles of the West Walker River meanders through the property, and the Conservancy’s Stewardship Program is working on improving habitat throughout the riparian corridor. This beautiful property supports diverse wildlife, and the Conservancy has plans to open public river access for the enjoyment of the community. At a second property just downstream, the Conservancy has similar goals for improving wildlife habitat and supporting public access in the future. The Smith Valley Area Manager is responsible for managing operations at both Conservancy owned properties. This includes supervising Nursery and Farm program staff and coordinating with multiple Conservancy programs and external contractors and technical experts to achieve goals and objectives for each property. This position requires strong leadership, administration, and management skills. Experience in a nursery or farm setting is a plus but not required.
Tourism and Marketing Manager
Updated July 1st, 2025
WBC is recruiting a Tourism and Marketing Manager to join our team.
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 Production Manager
Updated September 17th, 2025
WBC is recruiting a Nursery Production Manager to join our team.
The Nursery Production Manager plays a vital role in implementing grow plans and planning day-to-day nursery operations at the Conservancy’s native plant production site in Smith Valley. Working closely with the Native Seed Manager and Nursery Supervisor, the Nursery Production Manager performs production planning, procurement, shipping logistics, and customer fulfillment to meet strategic and contractual objectives. The person in this role will prioritize plant health, safety and quality standards, and operational efficiency.
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)