Hiring Now: Native Plant Scientist
About the role
Tillamook Estuaries Partnership (TEP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration of Tillamook County’s estuaries and watersheds through active stewardship, scientific inquiry, community engagement, and education. Our native plant nursery is a key component of this mission, providing genetically appropriate plant material that supports restoration efforts across the county and along the broader Oregon Coast.
Each year, the nursery produces over 50,000 genetically appropriate native plants distributed to restoration projects. We collect wild seed from approximately 40 species, partner with regional programs like Seeds of Success and the Coastal Native Seed Partnership, and work closely with partners in the Northwest Oregon Restoration Partnership (NORP) to ensure high-quality plant material reaches critical restoration sites.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the native plant propagation cycle, including field scouting, seed collection, propagation, transplanting, and distribution to partners.
- Serve as the nursery’s primary source of horticultural and botanical expertise.
- Develop and refine protocols to improve plant quality and production efficiency.
- Secure grant funding to support nursery operations and program growth.
Requirements
- Experience with plant propagation or wild seed collection (species, scale, and role in the process should be described in your application letter).
- Background in botany or horticulture.
Applications accepted until 5:00 PM (Pacific Time), Friday, July 24th.