Resource Specialist, Summit County Open Space and Trails

Responsible for land acquisition and conservation and recreation and open space management planning. Leads open space land acquisition processes, including due diligence and tracking. Collaborates with other land management and non-profit partners to preserve and enhance County Open Space and Trails facilities. Identifies, implements, and monitors projects associated with natural resource and recreation management of Summit County properties and trails. Assists with grant writing and administration, management plan drafting, review of land use proposals, GIS mapping, procuring and managing independent contractor agreements. Works to advance County Open Space protection and recreational goals. Involved in public outreach that includes drafting of press releases, social media posts, managing website content, and planning and leading public events.