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Trails & Facilities Manager
North Coast Land Conservancy
Rippet Road, Seaside
NCLC is looking for a Trails and Facilities Manager. The Trails & Facilities Manager leads essential projects for the North Coast Land Conservancy, including trail creation and maintenance, facility infrastructure upkeep, and mechanical equipment repair/operation. This role collaborates extensively with staff, volunteer committees, and external contractors. The ideal candidate enjoys group problem-solving, possesses strong hands-on technical and mechanical skills, and is comfortable administering contracts, building budgets, securing permits, and working outdoors across all weather conditions to advance NCLC’s mission. More info.
For consideration, please email NCLC with your resume, list of three references and a cover letter with relevant experience attached to NCLC@nclctrust.org
Land Conservation Specialist
Piedmont Land Conservancy
Greensboro, NC
We're hiring: Land Conservation Specialist
$55,000–$70,000 | Full-time | Greensboro, NC
Piedmont Land Conservancy is looking for someone to join our Land Protection team and carry conservation projects from first conversations with a landowner all the way through closing - conservation easements, acquisitions, grant writing and management, and mapping.
The forests, farmland, and streams you'll help protect stay protected, forever.
What we're looking for:
• Bachelor's degree in natural resource management, forestry, botany, environmental policy/planning, GIS, or similar degree.
• 3+ years of conservation-related experience (legal/paralegal or real estate background a plus)
• Working proficiency in ArcGIS
• Strong organizational skills and real people skills - you'll work with landowners, funders, partners and colleagues alike
• Genuine commitment to protecting the land and water of Piedmont North Carolina
What we offer:
• $55,000–$70,000, depending on experience
• Employer-paid health insurance
• Generous paid annual leave (24 days!)
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer contribution
• Flexible workplace and scheduling
• Mileage reimbursement and continuing education support
Send a resume and cover letter to info@piedmontland.org by September 4, 2026. All inquiries kept in strict confidence.
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Full job listing:
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WY Director of Conservation Programs
The Nature Conservancy in Utah
Lander, Wyoming
What We Can Achieve Together:
The Wyoming Director of Conservation Programs oversees all aspects of a significant program area encompassing a large, complex geography. Provides strategic leadership and support for the Conservancy’s conservation planning work and establishes overall conservation priorities for one or more divisions or major initiatives.
The Wyoming Director of Conservation Programs serves as the principle contact to government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community. They may play a leading role in donor identification, cultivation and stewardship for the program. The Director of Conservation Programs disseminates best practices, provides training and analyses to best implement organizational measures of success, and develop key partnerships with public & private organizations in order to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions, innovative scientific methods, analysis, tools and frameworks to address the natural system needs. They establish the Conservancy as a major conservation partner within the area of responsibility, define conservation priorities in Wyoming, lead and manage team(s) which supports and improves conservation efforts, and builds strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field. They engage local community support for local conservation efforts, negotiate complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and landowners to conserve and protect natural communities, and develop and implement conservation strategies.
Responsibilities & Scope
Serve as a key member of the Wyoming BU’s Senior Leadership Team. Duties include strategic planning, resource allocation, employee engagement, and partnership building to increase awareness of TNC Wyoming’s work to internal and external audiences.
Create, execute and evaluate impact of Wyoming BU’s conservation program portfolio, ensuring strategies and tactics are aligned and effective enough to meet WUSCAN Division Priorities and 2030 Outcomes. Align and mentor staff to achieve programmatic goals. Direct mid-course corrections and decisions to transition out of work that is least impactful or can be successfully executed by others.
Ensure that the BU meets division expectations and deadlines pertaining to annual conservation portfolio review and division priority strategy reviews.
Serve as a natural partner and assist on donor engagement events; create and develop funding proposals for individual donors and foundation in collaboration with Development Team colleagues.
Serve as point person for all HUB metric development and reporting to Division Conservation Portfolio Director and NAR partners. Ensure that BU teams meet division expectations regarding Hub reporting deadlines.
Act as staff liaison to Wyoming Trustee Strategic Program Review Committee (SPaRC) and participate/engage Trustees to provide insights, ideas and resources to support TNC work.
Recruits, retains and manages high quality and effective multi-disciplinary staff with responsibility for performance management, training and career development.
Broad management and leadership responsibility for 10+ staff members, both internal and external to the organization.
Develops long-term strategies and achieves strategic goals and objectives.
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Makes independent strategic decisions frequently based on analysis, ambiguous information, experience and judgment.
May require frequent travel domestically and/or internationally and evening and weekend hours.
We’re Looking for You:
Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects.
We’re looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Our team in Wyoming is dedicated to developing credible, science-based, and compelling solutions that deliver transformative and sustainable solutions to our conservation and climate challenges … join us!
What You’ll Bring:
BA/BS degree and 10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fundraising experience, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
Experience directing a major program or project of strategic importance, including management/supervision of multi-disciplinary teams and meeting deadlines.
Experience working with current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and geographic regions.
Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/orgovernment agencies.
Experience negotiating.
Experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans at the state or country level.
Experience with financial management of a large program.
Desired Qualifications
Multi- lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
10-12 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives and experience conceiving and implementing strategic initiatives.
Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Politically savvy.
This position will require up to 40% travel.
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit the Auto Safety information page. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
Salary Information:
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $112,000.00 - $118,710.00. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are:
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring:
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Systems Director, Conservation
American Rivers
National (DC Headquarters Hybrid or Remote Option in 31 States)
Position Summary
The Director is responsible for the strategic ownership, governance, and continuous evolution of the core systems that enable American Rivers to deliver its mission. Serving as the internal product owner for the organization’s Conservation Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and project management platforms, this role ensures systems are integrated, scalable, user-centered, and aligned with organizational priorities. The position will lead trainings and provide ongoing coaching to support and enable consistent adoption across the organization. The position will support both day-to-day system administration and longer-term strategy, process design, and continuous improvement. As a highly cross-functional leader, the Director plays a critical role in strengthening the operational infrastructure that allows American Rivers to scale its impact and deliver on its strategic plan.
Executive Assistant
Vermont Land Trust
Vermont
Apply your relationship and organizational skills to help protect Vermont’s farms, forests, and natural areas!
We're hiring an Executive Assistant.
💰 Starting salary: $61,800
✅ Great benefits, flexible schedules, and meaningful work.
Apply now: vlt.org/employment
Position open until August 23, 2026.
Restoration Field Operations Manager
Big Sur Land Trust
Salinas & Monterey, CA
🌿 We're Hiring: Restoration Field Operations Manager
The smiles in this photo say it all.
On opening day at Ensen Community Park, our team celebrated years of collaboration, restoration, and community vision coming to life. Today, we're looking for the next person who will help care for and steward this remarkable place.
As our Restoration Field Operations Manager, you'll help lead the ongoing stewardship of 67 acres of restored wetlands, grasslands, and upland habitat in the heart of Salinas. Your work will directly support wildlife, ecological resilience, and meaningful access to nature for thousands of community members.
If you're passionate about restoration, enjoy hands-on field leadership, and want to see the impact of your work every day, we'd love to hear from you.
📍 Salinas & Monterey, CA
💰 $80,000-$92,000 annually
📧 To apply, send your resume and cover letter to:
employment@bigsurlandtrust.org
Want to learn more about the larger Ensen restoration effort and the vision behind Ensen Community Park? Visit: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gdSSKPjt
Come help us care for the lands and waters that connect people, wildlife, and community. 🌱
#NowHiring #BigSurLandTrust #HabitatRestoration
Program and Operations Manager (Part time)
ICOLT
Boise
ICOLT is seeking a dedicated and organized Program and Operations Manager to oversee the Coalition’s operations and member engagement. This part-time position serves as ICOLT’s sole staff role and functions as the organization’s central operational manager, responsible for managing the organization’s operations, coalition engagement, contractor coordination, grant administration, and implementation of Board priorities.
This is an opportunity to play a leading role in advancing private lands conservation across Idaho. The Program and Operations Manager has a direct impact on the effectiveness of conservation organizations statewide, helping to strengthen collaboration, leverage resources, and advance shared priorities. Position, preferably based in Boise, is open until filled.
Associate Director
Wood River Land Trust
Idaho
Employment Opportunities
Associate Director
The Associate Director serves as a central integrator across the organization’s conservation programs
and internal operations, helping ensure teams are aligned, priorities are coordinated, and work moves
forward effectively across departments. This is a program-centered leadership role requiring substantial
experience in land trust and conservation work, along with the ability to coordinate complex work
across teams, priorities, and operational functions.
Working closely with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team, the Associate Director helps
translate organizational goals into coordinated annual work plans, clear priorities, and effective systems
that support staff and programs across the organization. The role is responsible for strengthening
communication and coordination between teams, identifying operational needs and gaps, supporting
accountability and follow-through, and helping ensure programs are adequately resourced and
positioned for long-term success.
Reporting to the Executive Director, this position supervises Program Directors and operational support
staff and plays a key role in helping the organization function as a cohesive, mission-driven team.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please email a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to info@woodriverlandtrust.org.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, beginning July 15.
Conservation Lands Stewardship
Big Waters Land Trust
Osprey, FL
Big Waters Land Trust provides students with hands-on experience in managing and restoring protected natural areas across Southwest Florida. Interns work alongside land stewardship professionals to support habitat restoration, monitor conservation lands, manage invasive species, and engage with the public through volunteer events and outreach activities. This paid internship offers valuable field experience for students pursuing careers in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, and related fields while contributing to the protection of Florida’s unique landscapes and wildlife.
To view full internship description, download HERE. No longer accepting applications for Summer.
Please send a resume and cover letter to Ray Vinson, landprotection@bwlt.org. Positions will remain open until filled. Applicants may be required to attend one volunteer event as part of the interview process.
Executive Director
ACRES Land Trust
Indiana
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive leader of the organization. The Executive Director is responsible for advancing the organization’s mission, leading staff, developing long-term planning and vision and broadening support for ACRES’ mission within the community.
