AJ Jones

As the Forest and Watershed Health Manager, AJ Jones leads the Rio Grande Water Fund (RGWF) in its mission to restore regional forest health to ensure habitat for biodiversity and water security for people in New Mexico. AJ has master’s degrees in community and regional planning and water resources from the University of New Mexico and has worked on environmental issues in various capacities over the years, including as a wildland firefighter and as deputy director for the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division. At UNM, AJ was also part of the Sustainable Water Resources Grand Challenges team, conducting a statewide study on issues that rural drinking water systems and their managers face. AJ is currently focused on growing the impact of the RGWF through enhanced program development, collaboration with partners and communications.