PNW Biodiversity Logistics Coordinator (CA)

About the Organization

Adventure Scientists is a nonprofit organization on a mission to protect the planet by pairing scientists with individuals uniquely capable of gathering difficult-to-obtain data. Our team collaborates with scientists worldwide to solve pressing environmental challenges, from biodiversity to climate change. Every role here offers a chance to make an impact on a global scale!

About the Role

We’re looking for a part-time field-based Logistics Coordinator (contractor role) to be a part of a small team to support our conservation research across national forests across the Pacific North West. This is an exciting, explorative position designed for someone who loves logistics, thrives in the outdoors, and wants to contribute meaningfully to wildlife conservation.

You’ll play a vital part of keeping our Pacific Northwest Biodiversity project running smoothly by assisting volunteers with the equipment they need and managing the pick-up and return of audio recording devices.

This role involves meeting volunteers before and after their adventures, traveling to iconic forest locations to drop off and retrieve the recording devices, and providing hands-on support on the ground.

If you enjoy meeting new people and want your time outdoors to contribute to scientific research, this role could be a great fit!

Responsibilities

• Manage the collection and delivery of audio recording devices between designated hubs, volunteers, and pre-arranged remote locations.
• Make yourself reasonably available on a recurring weekly basis for volunteer handoffs, at times and locations you determine in coordination with volunteer needs.
• Maintain organization and tracking of equipment, ensure secure storage of equipment between uses and execute accurate handoffs and returns.
• Schedule and communicate with volunteers by phone, email, and text.
• Provide regular updates on equipment status and completed activities to support project tracking.
• Support volunteer meetups or events in coordination with the project team

Skills & Requirements 

• Reliable personal transportation
• Dependable phone and internet access for communication and route planning
• Comfort driving long distances and navigating varied road conditions
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and responsibly with minimal supervision
• Passion for conservation, wildlife, and spending time in natural environments

Extra Awesome Qualities

• experience with field logistics, transportation, or gear management.
• Comfort traveling solo in outdoor settings.
• Familiarity with local national forest terrain.
• Wilderness first aid, navigation experience, or backcountry safety experience.

Location

This role is location-specific, and we are hiring for x2 positions in Northern California.

Each Logistics Coordinator should be based within reasonable driving distance of that area.

Location

Close to Shasta-Trinity [Northern California]: Redding, Mount Shasta, Weaverville, Shasta Lake, Anderson, Red Bluff.

Please indicate in your Application which region you are closest to and able to support.

Compensation

• $25 per hour
• Contract duration is April to September 2026

During the first two months of the contract, the Logistics Coordinator should aim to work approximately 20 hours per month as project activity begins to ramp up.

As the summer field season progresses and volunteer participation increases (May – July), monthly hours may to rise to approximately 40–50 hours per month. During this period, you may need to travel greater distances, host additional office hours, and access more remote hex locations to support ongoing project operations.

• Hours fluctuate depending on volunteer activity and field schedules.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Values flexibility and seasonal intensity.
• May already work in outdoor, seasonal, or contract-based roles.
• Is excited about meaningful conservation work and understands that this is project-based, mission-driven field support.

We offer non-negotiable compensation to ensure fairness, transparency, and equity for everyone in the hiring process. This approach allows us to uphold our commitment to pay consistency, eliminate bias in the hiring process, and create a culture of trust and clarity for all team members.

Reimbursement:

• Mileage reimbursement rate is set project-wide and communicated in advance.
• Fuel expenses for longer-distance travel may be reimbursed with prior approval.

The contractor retains full discretion and control over the manner and means by which the work is performed, including scheduling, methods, and tools used, provided that agreed-upon deliverables and deadlines are met. Contractors are expected to exercise their own judgment and responsibility regarding travel, safety, and field conditions

Hiring Process

At Adventure Scientists, we believe in a transparent, enjoyable, and thorough hiring experience that ensures mutual alignment.

• Initial Conversation: A call with our People Operations team to get to know you.
• Final Interview: Conversation with the project team to align on expectations.