Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER

About Long Live the Kings (LLTK)

Long Live the Kings (LLTK) was formed in 1986 with our continuing mission to restore wild salmon and steelhead and support sustainable fishing in the Pacific Northwest. Our salmon recovery work seeks to advance the science needed for evidence-based recovery solutions, provide decision makers with the latest information and practices to improve salmon management, and implement on-the-ground solutions at key sites in Puget Sound and beyond. We envision a sustainable Northwest culture with a growing human population, a thriving economy, and flourishing salmon runs.

Our 18-member Board of Directors and 19 full-time staff members seek broad involvement to help us accomplish our goals. Our core values are stewardship, collaboration, results, and learning. Our staff are in Seattle, Hood Canal, and Orcas Island, and work throughout western Washington and the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about us in our 2025 Strategic Roadmap and on our website.

LLTK's Staff and Board are committed to authentically embracing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as a core value that drives the success of our people, our partners, and our work. We have been engaged in this work formally since 2021. We seek team members who are committed to advancing this work and are excited to join us on this journey.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director of Science, the Project Manager will begin their LLTK career focused on projects in South Puget Sound watersheds related to habitat restoration and stormwater management. From this launching point, the Project Manager will think creatively and strategically to advance other integrated, multi-benefit projects that align with LLTK’s unique value to the salmon recovery community. This position requires significant experience in habitat restoration planning, process facilitation, community engagement, collaborative problem-solving, contractor relationship management, project development, and project management in the natural resources management and conservation fields.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management (Habitat and Stormwater)

• Innovate to advance multi-benefit habitat restoration projects that prioritize salmon recovery.
• Manage project contracts, subcontracts, budgets, schedules, and associated reporting and deliverables.
• Coordinate with diverse project partners to ensure alignment on project priorities and timelines.
• Assist with the design and execution of technical studies, including field data collection.
• Identify and obtain appropriate scientific and regulatory permits to conduct work.
• Communicate project progress and results to diverse technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, reports, interviews, and public-facing communications materials in conferences, webinars, or public forums.
• Participate in regional restoration, stormwater, and salmon recovery conversations, including attending and presenting at relevant workshops, conferences, symposiums, and holding positions on working groups.
• Facilitate discussions and decision-making processes, including multi-party, collaborative meetings; technical work groups; stakeholder outreach sessions; and workshops.
• Build and maintain relationships with state, federal, tribal, local, and nonprofit project partners around the region.

Project Development

• Develop new projects and opportunities that align with LLTK’s mission, strategic plans, and skillsets.
• Secure project funding for existing and new priorities with support from the Development Team.
• Collaborate with staff and the Board of Directors to develop, advance, and communicate about LLTK’s projects.

Collaboration, Values, and Culture

• Collaborate as a member of the Projects team, providing thought partnership and support as needed.
• Contribute as the Projects team streamlines processes and develops project management templates and best practices.
• Contribute as the Projects team works to weave together indigenous and western science perspectives and apply a DEI lens to project work by:
• Fostering open and regular communication with tribes to encourage knowledge sharing and common understanding.
• Respectfully engaging with tribes in a manner that is appropriate to their status as governments, natural resources co-managers, indigenous people, and Washingtonians.
• Supporting the organization's efforts to continue to learn and apply best practices for tribal relations.
• Participate fully in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
• Contribute to LLTK’s fundraising efforts as needed.
• Contribute broadly to LLTK’s organizational development and evolution through participation in committees, clubs, organization-wide trainings and/or discussions.
• Contribute to organizational culture by participating in team building activities to help build a fun, welcoming, and productive workplace.

Minimum Skills & Qualifications

• 3 years of project management experience in the field of fisheries biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental science, conservation science, or closely related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree or an additional 3 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with ecosystem processes, salmon recovery efforts, and willingness to grow this knowledge.
• Experience managing a collaborative campaign/project/program, including management of project budgets, contractors, schedules, associated deliverables, and involvement of multiple partners.
• Ability and enthusiasm to innovate, think critically, overcome challenges, and solve known problems with new solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience sharing information on technical projects to diverse technical and non-technical audiences through presentations, reports, interviews, and public-facing communications materials.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to manage timelines on multiple activities simultaneously.
• Ability to plan and execute work independently and remotely while still functioning and collaborating as an integral member of a team.
• Ability to effectively leverage technology to connect with geographically dispersed team members and project partners, including using cloud-based collaborative tools such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook, SharePoint (Word and Excel), Zoom, and Slack.
• Commitment to the mission of Long Live the Kings and a desire to be a part of LLTK’s diversity, equity, and inclusion work as it moves forward.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• An advanced degree in fisheries biology, ecology, natural resources management, environmental science, conservation science, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing Puget Sound salmon recovery and related processes, habitat restoration, and solutions to promote salmon recovery.
• Experience developing, implementing, facilitating, and managing multi-party habitat restoration, environmental assessment, or infrastructure-related projects.
• Experience writing or assisting with funding proposals.
• Experience procuring professional services and goods in accordance with state and federal law.
• Experience with project management principles and software (e.g., Asana).
• Experience working with diverse partners and stakeholders.
• Experience working directly with Tribal fisheries and natural resource staff.
• Experience with all levels of government and sovereign relations, including Tribal governments.
• Experience working on innovative and complicated projects that require calculated risks, creativity, leadership, and ambition to create successful outcomes.
• Experience planning and executing studies related to fish ecology, habitat restoration, stormwater management, or related fields.
• Competencies in R, GIS, and/or equivalent data analysis platforms.

Working Conditions and Location

The Project Manager reports to the Associate Director of Science and is based in downtown Seattle in our administrative offices. Long Live the Kings is currently using a hybrid workplace model:

• We ask all staff to work from our office in downtown Seattle at least one day per week. Our anchor days are currently Tuesdays. Office attendance is otherwise optional. Currently, the LLTK Projects team members work most of their days remotely, but some team members prefer to work from the office.
• When working remotely, you will need to provide a reliable internet connection, a quiet workspace, and be able to be reached by phone (LLTK provides a $60/quarter cell phone stipend).
• Frequent travel for in-person meetings and field work in and around Puget Sound and Hood Canal is an expectation as part of this position and physical location in Western Washington state is a must. This position is expected to have a valid driver's license and have access to a car for travel to fieldwork and meetings.
• Additionally, we have quarterly staff gatherings that require in-person participation, and there may be additional work location and travel needs specific to this position.
• Note that this may change as we continue to assess and balance public health guidelines with our continued desire to improve our collaboration and deliver our mission.

The physical requirements of this role listed below are representative of those that may need to be met by an employee in this role:

• Operating a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to work in an office environment with fluctuating noise level.
• Occasionally lifting up to 35 pounds; however, assistance with lifting or moving items can be provided.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork which may include walking on uneven surfaces, working in/around water and on boats, and travel which may result in irregular work hours.

How to Apply

We welcome and encourage qualified people of all identities and abilities to apply. Please apply via Asana. Your application packet should include a resume and a cover letter, which answers all the following questions:

1. Long Live the Kings has a unique approach to salmon recovery work that includes working across scientific disciplines, creating new strategies that address concerns across the entire ecosystem, and implementing innovative, scientifically sound solutions. People who thrive in this environment are often comfortable with uncertainty, excited by challenges, and driven to make a difference. Please describe your motivation for applying to work with us and what makes you confident that you would be successful in this organizational culture.
2. How have your previous experiences prepared you to be a Project Manager at LLTK? Please describe your experience with project management and the skills you possess that will help you succeed in the role.
3. Describe a challenging task or project and how you overcame that challenge. What things or people did you draw on to achieve success? How did you communicate or leverage your success?

Notes:

• We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to review applications or evaluate candidates. In turn, we ask that applicants do not rely on AI when creating their application packets, and especially when answering the questions above.
• We accept competency equivalences for education, job experience, and lived experience (e.g., athletics, volunteer experience, or tribal membership). Please let us know if you have specific competence or experience that may substitute for one or more of the minimum or desired qualifications listed above.

Timeline: We are opening the application process in November 2025. The Priority Application Deadline will be December 15, 2025, but we will keep the application open until the position is filled. Interviews will be held via phone as well as in-person. Our ideal start date is mid-January to early February 2026, but an earlier or later start could be possible in consultation with the final candidate. We look forward to learning more about you!

Accessibility: Long Live the Kings is committed to improving hiring practices to be more inclusive and anti-ableist. We have reviewed the job requirements and only include physical abilities when completely necessary. During the interview process, we email the panel questions ahead of time. We are also able to provide captioning and/or interpretation (e.g., ASL) if requested. If you need specific assistance and/or accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please let us know by emailing our People & Culture team at echen@lltk.org.

Long Live the Kings is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate in employment based on any individual’s race, socioeconomic status, national origin, color, disability, religion, gender, age, marital status, criminal background or arrest record, sexual orientation or gender identity and encourage all candidates to apply.

This is a full-time, exempt position. The salary range for this position is $84,000-$95,000. The range aims to accommodate those with varying years of relevant experience and/or education. Final salary offers are dependent on how candidates’ skills, abilities, and experiences align with LLTK's salary framework (Level: Manager II, Tier: 1-6).

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
  • Vacation accrued at 10 hours per month for the first 3 years of employment and 13.33 hours per month thereafter
  • Sick time accrued at 8 hours per month
  • 13 Floating PTO days (104 hours)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 401k with matching opportunities (after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked) at 5%
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Dependent Care FSA
• Quarterly Cell Phone Stipend ($60)
• ORCA Pass for commuting
• Dog Friendly Office

Long Live the Kings completes annual reviews and establishes multi-year employee growth plans so our staff have a clear vision for their future at the organization. We envision that the person who fills this role will, over time, grow into a Senior Project Manager position after 2-3 years.