District Manager

About the job

Job Title: District Manager

Organization: Mesa Conservation District

Location: Hybrid: Office location – Grand Junction, CO

Job Type: Full-time

Salary and Benefits: The position offers a competitive pay rate of $26.25 per hour. Benefits

include paid time off, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. In addition, we

provide access to options for health, dental, and vision insurance.

About Us:

Mesa Conservation District (MCD) is dedicated to promoting sustainable land and water use

practices that protect and enhance our natural resources. We work collaboratively to support a

wide range of natural resource programs designed to preserve the health of our watershed and

build resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an energetic and organized District Manager to serve as a support contact

between the district, private landowners, agricultural producers, and the community. The DM

will play a key role in engaging stakeholders, managing communications, and supporting day-to-

day operations of the district. This position involves administrative duties, financial

management, community outreach, and supporting the Board of Supervisors (BOS) and district

staff in various initiatives.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Serve as the primary administrative and communications liaison for the Board of

Supervisors, district staff, partners, and the public.

• Coordinate and support board meetings, stakeholder meetings, workshops, and events,

including agenda preparation, minutes, and follow-up.

• Prepare regular reports and updates for monthly board meetings.
• Manage district bookkeeping and financial tracking using QuickBooks Online.
• Assist with grant and funding administration, including budgeting, tracking, reporting, and

compliance, in coordination with the Board Treasurer and District Programs Coordinator.

• Support fundraising and revenue-generating activities that advance district programs

and operations.

• Maintain organized, accurate district records and ensure compliance with state statutory

and reporting requirements (e.g., DOLA, CSCB).

• Lead district communications and outreach, including website and social media

management, email communications, publicity, and media relations.

• Support community engagement efforts and special events to increase awareness of

district programs and initiatives.

• Assist with program development, annual meetings, local work groups, and watershed-

level coordination with partner districts and organizations.

• Represent the district at relevant community, watershed, and CACD meetings, as

directed.

• Participate in approved training and perform other duties that support the district’s

mission.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of work experience in a related field or equivalent education in Accounting,

Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or Natural Resources.

• Ability to work both with a team and independently.
• Demonstrated proactive and self-motivated approach.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to develop rapport with diverse

stakeholders.

• Customer service-oriented with a willingness to help and engage the community.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn new software

platforms as needed.

• Experience managing content for websites and social media accounts,
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
• Familiarity with agriculture, day-to-day operations, and stakeholder communications.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience with state and federal funding.
• Experience with community outreach and education
• Experience with event planning and/or management

Why Join Us:

This role offers the opportunity to work a passionate team committed to conservation and

sustainable resource management. You will play avital part in shaping the future of Mesa

Conservation District, contributing to impactful environmental programs, and building

connections within the community.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to

mesaconservationdistrict@gmail.com. Application review will begin on June 1st, 2026,

and the position will remain open until filled.