Climate & Environment Full-time

Utah and Great Basin Director

Trout Unlimited

Posted

Jun 24, 2026

Location

Remote (US)

Type

Full-time

Compensation

$110000 - $120000

Mission

What you will drive

  • Serve as TU's representative in Utah and the Great Basin, leading conservation, policy, fundraising, communications, and organizational development.
  • Set strategic direction and goals for conservation, oversee a team of 10 staff, and manage program budget.
  • Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, agencies, donors, partners, and volunteers to advance conservation outcomes.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role directly conserves, protects, and restores cold-water fisheries and watersheds in Utah and the Great Basin, ensuring healthy aquatic ecosystems for future generations.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Minimum 5 years leading an interdisciplinary and dispersed team in conservation or non-profit, or similar experience.
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in conservation-related field a plus.
  • Proven ability to build coalitions, engage policymakers, fundraise, and manage budgets.
  • Strong communication, organizational skills, and familiarity with aquatic conservation and water policy.

Benefits

What's in it for you

Starting salary: $110,000-$120,000 per year. Remote work with travel (20-40% within Utah). Equal opportunity employer.

About

Inside Trout Unlimited

Trout Unlimited is a national organization with 300,000 members and supporters dedicated to conserving, protecting, and restoring North America's cold-water fisheries and their watersheds.