Land Manager

Provides support to the Maryland/DC chapter by helping to plan and execute land management activities on TNC preserves and on partner lands, primarily in western Maryland. Supports ecological management on and off TNC preserves and leads preserve custodial management for 14 preserves in western Maryland. Collaborates with the Land Management and Stewardship Team to ensure the maintenance of preserve areas frequented by the visiting public, including trail maintenance, mowing, tree removal, invasive species control (including pesticide application), maintain equipment, posting boundary signs, and maintaining neighbor relationships. Works to build and maintain positive relationships with partners and local communities where the Conservancy works, and monitor preserves and conservation easements. Supports the advancement of TNC's Northeast Division Conservation Portfolio. Performs tasks with minimal supervision and makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context. May supervise contractors, seasonal crews, volunteers, or students doing burn unit preparation including fire lines, invasives control, and road/trail work to enable maintenance. Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Requirements Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience managing staff or volunteers. Relationship-building experience in working closely with a variety of partners, i.e., media, government officials, and internal scientists. Experience completing tasks independently concerning timeline(s). Experience with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages. Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc. Experience in training. Be able to pass wildland firefighter Pack Test (arduous level). Experience operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g., lawn mower, chainsaw, tractor, two-way radio). Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. 3-5 years’ experience in natural resource management, similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability and willingness to apply science to decision-making and guide activities. Qualification as a FFT 2 (Firefighter Type 2), and experience participating in prescribed fires or wildfires. Ability to identify eastern US native and invasive plants. Knowledge of ecological land management principles. Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and natural resource preservation. Experience or training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with the ability to design and produce field maps supporting land management operations and monitoring. Ability and willingness to obtain Remote Pilot Certification under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 rules. 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". Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in natural resource management, ecological land management principles, and relationship-building with diverse partners. Proficient in operating equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring compliance with conservation practices and policies. Highest-signal resume keywords Natural Resource Management Ecological Land Management Relationship Building Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Firefighter Type 2 Qualification ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Invasive Species Control Equipment Operation Trail Maintenance Pesticide Application Field Mapping Plant Identification Decision-Making Training Experience Compliance Monitoring Wildland Firefighting Soft Skills Independent Decision-Making Communication Skills Team Collaboration Community Engagement Supervisory Experience Certifications & Qualifications Remote Pilot Certification Valid Driver's License FFT 2 Qualification Industry Keywords Conservation Land Management Natural Resource Preservation Ecological Management Community Partnerships Tools & Technologies Word Excel Web Browsers Two-Way Radio Lawn Mower Chainsaw Tractor #J-18808-Ljbffr