THE POSITION
The Conservation Programs Manager is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Director of Conservation Programs. The Conservation Programs Manager will manage the programmatic aspects of MALT’s community engagement work, contribute to MALT’s stewardship work and strategic initiatives, and support the monitoring of MALT’s conservation easements. The Conservation Programs Manager is actively engaged in the conservation team’s cross-departmental initiatives and represents MALT’s conservation program at MALT events and with speaking engagements, presentations, and participation in local stakeholder groups.
ABOUT YOU
- Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in agricultural or natural resource management, range management, environmental science, ecology, or related field preferred and as well as a minimum of 5 years of field experience or experience in a community outreach role that required speaking on topics related to agriculture and rangeland and natural resource management. Experience with events, volunteers, and public speaking is preferred
- Understanding of agriculture and rangeland management; including a familiarity with California flora and fauna, grassland ecosystems, and invasive species management.
- Familiarity with or experience in communicating scientific topics to non-technical audiences through written, visual, or verbal formats.
- Experience with public speaking, leading community engagement events on topics related to agriculture, rangeland management, biodiversity, and watershed health.
- Familiarity with or experience supervising volunteers/volunteer programs in docent, environmental education, or similar public-facing programs.
- Familiarity with conservation easements and land trusts.
- Ability to gain confidence in and work with agriculturalists and the agricultural community.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external partners.
- Experience creating maps and managing data with the current generation of ArcGIS software products (introductory experience with ArcGIS acceptable).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated proficiency in Google Workspace, Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), preferred experience with Monday.com and Slack.
- Must be able to hike up to 5 miles per day over steep and rugged terrain, and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required with acceptable DMV record and automobile liability insurance.
- Experience driving an off-road vehicle on steep and rugged terrain is preferred.
- Flexible schedule with occasional evening and weekend work during peak MALT event season—Spring and Fall.
- A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Engagement and Programmatic Event Management (50%)
- Works with Director of Conservation Programs, Associate Director of Events, and Development Coordinator to plan, support, and execute MALT events.
- Prepares mapping, promotional, and educational materials for public hikes and community events. Serves as a resource for planning donor events, and additional community engagement opportunities.
- Develops and maintains relationships and coordinates with landowners and partners to plan the programmatic aspects of MALT events and develop new community engagement opportunities.
- Supports Communications, Development, and Events teams by providing current and accurate information on MALT conserved properties, land protection efforts, stewardship grants, and other programmatic work.
- Manages and trains volunteers to assist with programmatic support for events.
- Leads other education and outreach representing MALT’s mission, programs, and information to the public.
Stewardship and Conservation Programs Support (50%)
- Supports the Land Protection Team in monitoring MALT conservation easements according to MALT policies and Land Trust Alliance (LTA) standards and practices.
- Collaborates with the Conservation Team to leverage monitoring data to drive outgoing stewardship grants and help inform new programmatic work, and assists with MALT’s strategic initiatives.
- Supports the implementation of new and growing areas of work that address conservation issues at a landscape-scale for natural and working lands.
- Establishes and maintains positive relationships and communications with landowners, agricultural producers, and organizational partners.
- Supports the implementation of outgoing stewardship grants, including the small grants program and stewardship assistance program.
- Supports the stewardship team in technical support and targeted monitoring initiatives, supports documentation of easement compliance matters and issues of concern identified in the field.
- Prepares easement-monitoring reports, including mapping, photo documentation, funding agency reporting, letters to landowners, and online database document retention.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Range: $98,000 – $109,500
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- FSA Child Care
- FSA Medical
- Paid Time Off
- 403 (b); 403 (b) Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program
How to Apply:
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