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Each Headwaters Initiative Program (HIP) cohort consists of a team that is committed to their experience, to showing up, and seeing it through. We look for individuals who embrace an ethic of social, cultural, and ecological community, and who are open to learning, exploring, and sharing. This is a social and interactive experience that requires physical effort. We encourage you to ask questions, share ideas and take advantage of the opportunities that we hope will contribute to each participant's life direction. 

Please email a résumé with education and work experience along with any trainings and/or certifications that demonstrate your experiences and knowledge to Adam Bulla Zamastil adam@h2oprogressive.com  

For questions or additional information about the program please contact Adam. 

day to day

Participants will report directly to the Installation Supervisor or designated project lead.

  • Participants will be based out of Groveland, CA

  • You may be required to travel, including multi-overnight stays.

  • You must be comfortable working in all weather conditions. Project work will require physical effort with varying degrees of intensities. You will be expected to perform the required duties in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions. 

  • Schedules consist of Monday – Thursday project installation and Friday all-staff meetings.

  • Trainings and development conducted remotely and in person unless schedule is adjusted for project need.  

  • Those who perform at a high level and desire to explore even deeper into Watershed Progressive may find opportunity to extend their participation with the Headwaters Initiative into full time employment with WP and continue to make a difference while discovering all WP has to offer.  

the basics

HIP program dates will be mid-August through mid-November (exact dates TBD).

  • Pay is $18.00/hour.  

  • Housing is not provided. Watershed Progressive is prepared to offer discounted long-term camping at Red Tail Ranch in one of their private, more developed campsites, or at one of its less developed campsites for near no cost. Bathrooms, showers, kitchen, and Wi-Fi are provided. Red Tail Ranch is conveniently where the Groveland installation crew is based. You can live wherever you want of course, and Groveland is the closest community about 10 miles away. Short-term rentals are hard to come by, especially during peak tourist season. You can explore more about Red Tail Ranch here.

  • Worker’s Compensation is provided.  

  • Travel may be required in which case housing and/or travel per diem reimbursement will be provided.  

general job dutes

Assist with installation of greywater, stormwater, rainwater, and other appropriate Low Impact Design (LID) and ecological design landscape projects at residential, commercial, schools, and public spaces. 

  • Data collection and file sharing management. 

  • Provide training and support to volunteers and community groups, co-op, California and other Conservation Corps organizations. 

  • Perform education and outreach activities for clients, public and peer groups at various scheduled events such as Localizing California Waters Conference (LCW), community school functions, local youth corps and volunteer events.  

  • Tool management and safety. 

  • Team building and communication development. 

  • Participate in training and education opportunities. 

desired skills & abilities

Creative, integrative, and constructive positive approach to work ethic, time management, team building, and client output. 

  • Detail-oriented, self-organized and motivated, and able to meet deadlines. 

  • Must be a team player and willing to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic, creative environment. 

  • Good listener, able to receive and follow directions, as well as communicate clearly and give and receive feedback.