Southwest Jobs
Arizona
Project Manager, Arizona Open Land Trust
Deadline: open until filled
The Arizona Open Land Trust is seeking an experienced Project Manager (PM) to implement the protection of water as part of the Trust's land conservation work through its Desert Rivers and Riparian Heritage Initiative. The PM supports land and water protection projects; conducts water rights research; builds stakeholder interest and community support; and drafts grant proposals. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about water rights in Arizona; has a Bachelor's degree in Water Resources, Landscape Architecture, or related field; and a Master's degree. Relevant work experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits available. EOE. Full description at www.aolt.org. Submit cover letter and resume to Arizona Open Land Trust, 3127 North Cherry Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719. (posted 8/1/08)
Colorado
Director of Conservation, Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust
Deadline: open until filled
CCALT seeks Director of Conservation to coordinate the agricultural land conservation program and stewardship/monitoring of CCALT's protected properties. Key requirements: work independently with initiative and flexibility. Requires extensive experience/background in agriculture, resource management and land conservation and the ability to interact with the public, ranchers, government agencies and donors. This position reports to the Executive Director, oversees staff, interns, volunteers and contractors. Full description at www.ccalt.org. Please send cover letter and resume to bdowdy@ccalt.org or 8833 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80002. No phone calls, please. (posted 8/1/08)
Deputy Director for Programs, Colorado Conservation Trust
Deadline: open until filled
Seeking an experienced professional with proven land conservation, fundraising, and management skills for a position in Denver, CO. The Deputy Director is responsible for designing, developing and delivering all program functions of the Colorado Conservation Trust. Primary responsibilities include: 1) managing CCT programs and program staff, 2) raising funds for program activities, and 3) serving as a member of CCT's management team. Detailed announcement and application instructions available at www.coloradoconservationtrust.org. Deadline: open until filled. (posted 7/25/08)
Land Protection Specialist, Black Canyon Land Trust
Deadline: August 31, 2008
The Land Protection Specialist is responsible for conducting many of the land trust's conservation easement transaction from start to finish, and for managing procedures and systems to coordinate project applications and transaction tracking. The LPS also supervises the Monitoring Program and Land Steward. As part of stewardship management responsibilities, the LPS coordinates and participates in responses to many easement enforcement issues. Undergraduate degree in natural resources, land use planning, alw, business, reals estate or other related field; master's degree preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience. To see full job description go to www.blackcanyonlandtrust.org. Send a hard copy of your resume and cover letter to Black Canyon Land Trust, 1500 East Oak Grove, Suite 201, Montrose, CO 81401, and email a copy to robin@blackcanyonlandtrust.org. Salary approximately $38,000 - $43,000, depending on qualifications. (posted 7/25/08)
Project Manager, Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust
Deadline: open until filled
CCALT seeks Project Manager with experience in natural resources and/or agriculture. Duties include stewardship/monitoring of CCALT's protected properties, landowner communication, drafting easement documentation and baseline inventory reports, assisting with fundraising and event planning. Requires regular travel around Colorado. Position located in Arvada office. Full description at www.ccalt.org homepage. Send cover letter and resume to bdowdy@ccalt.org or 8833 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80002. No phone calls please. (7/11/08)
Executive Director, Continental Divide Trail Alliance
Deadline: open until filled
The Continental Divide Trail Alliance seeks an Executive Director to provide overall vision and management for the CDTA. The Executive Director has primary responsibility for leading CDTA, working closely with the 13-member board of directors and staff. S/he is a proven leader who develops and implements the strategic goals and objectives of the CDTA, builds partnerships to achieve the CDTA's mission, and meets annual goals and objectives. The Executive Director builds a team of professionals and support staff to achieve CDTA's mission and its annual and long term goals. The headquarters office for the CDTA is currently located in Pine, Colorado with the intent to move the office to Denver within the next 9-12 months. To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter describing your interest in the position and qualifications, and your salary requirements to: Carolyn McCormick of Peak HR Consulting, LLC at carolyn.mccormic@peakhrconsulting.com. Visit www.cdtrail.org. (7/11/08)
Deputy Director, Montezuma Land Conservancy
Deadline: August 29, 2008
Seeking experienced professional with passion for land conservation to protect agricultural, natural, and scenic lands in southwestern Colorado. This person works closely with Executive Director to oversee development, outreach marketing, and business operations. Some supervisory responsibility. Deputy Director works as part of team responsible for MLC's successful land protection program. Qualifications: at least a Bachelor's degree related to natural resources or administration, fundraising experience, excellent communication skills, and ability to work well with a variety of people, independently, and in a team. At least 2-4 years experience with a land trust or in conservation preferred. Salary plus benefits. E-mail info@montezumalandconservancy.org for job description or visit www.montezumalandconservancy.org. (7/11/08)
New Mexico
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Oklahoma
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Texas
Conservation Director, Connemara Conservation Foundation
Deadline: September 1, 2008
Connemara Conservancy seeks an experienced leader with vision and passion in land conservation. The Conservation Director's primary responsibilities are: cultivation and management of land conservation transactions; management of land committee, contractors, and volunteers; development and implementation of land stewardship programs; management of partner relationships with landowners, agencies, non-profits, and donors. Qualifications: bachelor's degree in a conservation related field with one to three years of land conservation; availability on occasional nights and weekends required; flexibility to travel throughout North Texas, offices are in Allen and Leo, Texas. Please email info@connemaraconservancy.org for full job description. (posted 8/1/08)
Program Director, Native Prairie Association of Texas - NPAT
Deadline: August 31, 2008
Job description: hires and oversees prairie survey contractors/volunteers, creates property management plans/coordinates implementation, monitoring activities; works with ED to facilitate community partnerships with diverse stakeholders; conservation support for land owners. Qualifications: demonstrated experience in prairie management practices including: prairie restoration/ecology, farm/ranch land protection, and migratory bird conservation; knowledge of agricultural operations and federal farm programs related to prairie management/restoration; ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders; willingness to travel and work weekends/evenings; degree from an accredited school in range sciences, natural resource management, wildlife biology, environmental sciences, or related field with five years field work experience; proficiency in Microsoft word, excel, database software, arc map. Compensation: $48,500 + benefits. To apply send resume and cover letter to Kadaleth@aol.com. (posted 8/1/08)
Land Conservation Program Manager, The Galveston Bay Foundation
Deadline: open until filled
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in environmental, natural resource management, or related is required with three or more years of professional experience. Responsibilities: responsible for management of GBF's current properties and easements and for initiating and completing new land conservation transactions. The Program Manager will interface with the GBF Land Committee, staff, volunteers, and contractors to provide for the effective management of a network of protected lands. Acquisition efforts will include both conservation easements and property in fee title. Duties include implementing land management plans, conservation easement and baseline documentation, acquisition program outreach, and other land protection and stewardship activities as needed. Please visit our website at www.galvbay.org. Please e-mail resume and supporting materials to: Bob Stokes at bstokes@galvbay.org. (posted 7/25/08)
Utah
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