About The position
The Bi-State Local Area Working Group (LAWG) works across jurisdictional boundaries to conserve Greater Sage-grouse and their habitats in the eastern Sierra region of California and Nevada. The LAWG was in need of someone to help the working group continue to grow and advance. In August 2018, they hired the first Bi-State Coordinator. Their duties include coordination, data management, and communications to review and report what has been accomplished in the Bi-State Action Plan, in addition to improving communication both internally and externally by updating the Bi-State website, developing success stories, leading field trips and volunteer events, facilitating meetings and coordinating among partners about current projects.
This position is hosted by the Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association, is based in the BLM Bishop Field Office, and is supported by BLM, the Nevada Department of Wildlife, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service Region 8, Humboldt-Toiyabe and Inyo National Forests, Carson City District, and the Bi-State LAWG.
BLM Offices Supported: Bishop BLM Field Office
Position Established: 2018
