Reports to:   Director of Conservation 
Location:   Jackson, Lander, Ft. Washakie, or Cody, WY. 
Supervises: Intern(s), Associate(s) and/or Contractor(s) 
Status:  Full-Time, Exempt 
Last Update: September 2026 

Scope of Organization 
For more than 40 years, the Greater Yellowstone Coalition has been “America’s Voice for a Greater Yellowstone.” As the only on-the-ground conservation group working solely to protect the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, we strive professionally and strategically to protect the lands, waters, and wildlife of this remarkable area. Greater Yellowstone’s 22 million acres comprise one of the last and largest intact temperate ecosystems on Earth. It is also home to vibrant communities with varied economies and unique 
cultures in the three states of Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. and Montana.  

As a place-based conservation organization, GYC uses the full range of tools available to achieve durable conservation outcomes. We believe in the power of working together. We are creative thinkers and aren't afraid to think big when it comes to achieving our goals and advancing our mission. We build authentic and trusting relationships. We believe in what we do. 

Scope of Responsibilities 
The Wyoming Conservation Manager is a senior level position that provides strategic leadership for GYC’s efforts to protect lands, waters, and wildlife within the Wyoming portion of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The WCM develops and implements programs that achieve GYC’s long-term conservation goals. Specifically, the WCM leads GYC’s work to protect and defend public and private lands, protect and sustain water resources, and conserve iconic species in Greater Yellowstone. The WCM is expected to 
build and maintain strategic relationships with agency staff, elected officials at all levels, landowners, communities, organizational partners, and GYC supporters to advance conservation priorities and influence local, state, and federal policy and decision making. The WCM collaborates and coordinates across the organization’s departments (conservation, communications, development) to ensure programmatic priorities in Wyoming align with GYC’s overarching strategic priorities. The position provides direction to and supervises Wyoming-based staff and contractors responsible for campaigns and projects.  

An essential duty of the WCM is to work collaboratively to develop conservation goals and strategies across GYC's land, water, and wildlife priorities, working closely with fellow managers and leadership. The WCM contributes to a culture of shared leadership by prioritizing organizational outcomes over individual programs or geographies and exercising sound judgement about when to lead, support, or defer. This includes overseeing activities related to agency planning processes, legislation and policy making at the state and federal level, participation in local collaboratives and partnerships, and implementing on-the ground projects. The WCM represents GYC with government agencies and elected officials, the media, with funders, supporters, and within communities. Teamwork is a core competency at GYC, making close coordination between the organization’s other offices and departments an essential duty of this position. The WCM works under the supervision of the Director of Conservation and is a thought-leader and critical member of GYC’s senior conservation team. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Work collaboratively with organizational leadership and fellow managers to develop conservation goals and strategies that advance land, water, and wildlife priorities that align with GYC’s strategic plan. Bring a Wyoming perspective and expertise to organization-wide strategy while prioritizing shared conservation outcomes over individual programs or geographies and exercising sound judgment about when to lead, support, or draw the expertise and leadership of others.   
• Lead and support the implementation of programs and campaigns that achieve conservation goals through a broad range of tools including policy adoptions, legislation, legal avenues, advocacy, collaboration, incentive-based approaches, and other innovative strategies.  
• Coordinate effectively across GYC teams and with external partners on conservation priorities, including public and private land conservation, reducing human-wildlife conflict, enabling natural processes like wildlife migration, and protecting water resources. 
• Build and maintain strategic, respectful, and effective relationships with agency staff, elected officials at all levels landowners, partner organizations, community leaders, GYC supporters, and other stakeholders to advance conservation priorities and influence local, state, and federal policy and decision-making.   
• Work with communications staff to develop and implement outreach and media strategies that advance conservation goals and campaigns.  
• Assist the Development Department in achieving GYC’s fundraising goals through grant writing, foundation solicitations, donor cultivation, and other activities as needed.  
• Supervise associate-level staff, interns, and independent contractors in implementing priority campaigns and on-the-ground projects, providing clear direction, support, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth.  
• Represent and be a spokesperson in Wyoming while effectively communicating organization-wide conservation priorities and positions.  
• Participate actively in organizational goal setting, strategy development, planning, and coordination across teams and programs.  
• Commit to GYC’s mission, core values of integrity, collaboration, innovation, excellence, and inclusion; and professional growth. 

Qualifications 

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study, advanced degrees preferred (experience can substitute if highly relevant).  
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience working in non-profit, advocacy, or political organizations, preferably on conservation or natural resource management issues (familiarity with Idaho, Montana, or Wyoming preferred). 
• At least 3 years of experience successfully managing people and supervising, evaluating, and training direct reports. 
• Proven ability to set goals, develop plans, and implement advocacy campaigns to influence public processes, such as agency rulemaking, or legislation.  
• Experience working in a dynamic political environment and representing an organization with elected officials and other key players. 
• Proven ability to build relationships and find consensus with stakeholders holding diverse perspectives such as landowners, agency representatives, Indigenous communities, and legislators on controversial issues. 
• High aptitude for reviewing and synthesizing best available science and other sources of knowledge and information to craft strong policy positions. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and one-on-one. 
• Demonstrated project management skills in taking strategies from plans to successful completion.  
• Excellent strategic/critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment and ability to make sound, timely decisions.  
• Experience managing and tracking operational expenses and budget. 
• Experience using Microsoft Office and willingness to use shared project software/programs (GIS skills a plus, but not necessary). 

Work schedule and travel obligations 

• Willingness to travel, primarily in the region (valid driver’s license required).  
• Ability to occasionally work weekends and nights as needed. 

Compensation 
Salary range is $83,000-94,000 depending on experience.  

• Employer-paid health premiums for employees and contributions for dependents, spouses, and domestic partners 
• Employees can elect to have additional premiums for vision, dental, life, and accident policies 
• Employer-paid long-term disability 
• Generous time-off: vacation, sick, personal, paid holidays, and sabbatical 
• Tuition reimbursement program  
• Paid parental leave 
• Paid volunteer hours 
• Annual lifestyle spending account  
• Employer contribution and match to 401k retirement plan. 
• Hybrid work model 

Physical Working Conditions  
GYC is committed to honoring and improving accommodations within our existing infrastructure.  

• Business office environment with moderate noise.  
• Will sit or stand at a desk and move between offices. Accommodations can be made.  
• Work on a computer, use a telephone, and other general office equipment.  
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds. The use of a dolly, cart, etc. is available. Accommodations honored and assistance from other staff are strongly encouraged.  
• This position will require up to 30% travel, mostly by car, within the region.