Jess joined Western Rivers Conservancy in 2022 as the Washington State Project Manager, based in Seattle, her hometown. Prior to WRC, Jess worked for over 10 years at Save the Redwoods League in California, protecting giant sequoia lands through acquisition projects and managing their California parks program, which focused on providing access for all. Jess holds a B.A. in Sociology from Whitman College and a Masters in Community and Regional Planning from the University of Oregon. Outside of work, Jess is happiest hiking with her family, working in her vegetable garden, and playing soccer.