California Senior Field Representative

The Conservation Fund protects the land that sustains us all. We are in the business of conservation, creating innovative solutions that drive nature-based action in all 50 states for climate protection, vibrant communities and sustainable economies. We apply effective strategies, efficient financing approaches, and enduring government, community and private partnerships to protect millions of acres of America’s natural land, cultural sites, recreation areas and working forests and farms.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

The California Senior Field Representative will seek, maintain, and complete a portfolio of conservation real estate projects throughout California. Projects may include, but are not limited to, ecologically sensitive tracts, conservation easements on private lands, historically significant sites, recreational trails, and mitigation lands for federal, state, local and private partners. The California Senior Field Representative will work cooperatively with landowners, government agencies, and other partners to initiate projects, secure funding, and shepherd projects through the acquisition process.

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO HAVE:

• At least seven years of experience with or strong familiarity with conservation and environmental subjects, especially in the state of California.
• Experience with or strong familiarity with land trusts, conservation real estate work, and open space conservation.
• Familiarity with grant writing and experience with non-profit conservation organizations.

WHAT WE’D LIKE YOU TO HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in planning, environmental sciences, biology, natural resources management, forestry, political science, and/or natural resource economics.
• Experience in using ArcMap/ESRI GIS applications is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work within deadlines and under pressure.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, maintain own schedule in coordination with other staff, demonstrate flexibility and an ability to shift priorities quickly, and a dedication to teamwork.
• Ability to work positively and cooperatively with the public, TCF staff, conservation professionals and leaders, and private and governmental organizations.
• A commitment to conservation and the goals of The Conservation Fund.

SALARY:

The salary range for this position is $85,000 – $110,000, and the position is eligible for opportunities to earn performance-based bonus compensation.