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Description
~ Our mission at the Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) is to conserve the ecosystems and traditional heritage of the Georges River watershed region through permanent land protection, stewardship, education, and outdoor experiences. ~
Mid-coast Maine's 225-square-mile Georges River watershed is a unique and historic area of mountains, sea coast, lakes, tidal streams and inlets through which the beautiful Georges River flows. The watershed extends from Montville in Waldo County to Port Clyde in Knox County where the 51-mile-long river flows into Muscongus Bay.
Position Overview
GRLT is seeking a trails manager responsible for the design, construction and maintenance of trails within its service region, including the trails on its preserves and easements, the Georges Highland Path and other freestanding conservation footpaths. The trails manager will report to the executive director.
This position is seasonal (nine months); full-time (40 hours/week); exempt. Some weekend and evening work.
Qualifications
Essential knowledge, abilities and skills include:
- In-depth experience in hiking trail design, layout, construction and maintenance, as well as lands management
- An ability to steward 50+ miles of hiking trails and 17 preserves, including coordinating project list, motivating and leading volunteers, meeting deadlines and working within established budgets
- A working knowledge of the GRLT mission and local land conservation issues in the watershed, as well as an interest in the success of GRLT in meeting its goals
- An understanding of and creative approach to connecting people with the land in ways that develop a conservation ethic, including a working knowledge of Leave No Trace ethics and public access issues
- Advanced map-reading and mapping abilities, including proficiency in compass and GPS use; GIS proficiency desirable
- Ability to safely use and maintain a variety of hand and power tools
- Professional, outgoing, positive, energetic and people-oriented approach, including the ability to inspire and motivate action and success in others
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, including GRLT board members and staff, landowners, volunteers, the public, donors and other prospects
- Self-motivated and independent, as well as a team player
- Ability to think creatively and solve problems
- Patience and flexibility in adjusting to changes in task scheduling, priorities and weather
- Rigorous standards of confidentiality required in handling information about the GHP landowners
- A minimum of a Bachelors Degree or experience commensurate with the needs of the position
- A valid driver’s license and personal vehicle with evidence of insurance
To Apply
Please click below "Apply" to send a resume and cover letter to: Executive Director, Georges River Land Trust 8 N. Main Street Rockland, Maine 04861.