Conservation Projects Manager

~ The Eastern Shore Land Conservancy (ESLC) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable corporation in good standing with the charitable division of the office of the Secretary of State of Maryland. ~

ESLC has a full time staff of eighteen that includes an Executive Director, a Land Conservation Assistant, a Stewardship Manager, a Center For Towns Director, a Community Projects Manager, an Education Program Director, an Education Program Manager, a Director of Advancement, an Outreach Coordinator, a Communications Manager, a Policy Manager, an Office Manager, and an Administrative Specialist.

A 33-member volunteer Board of Directors manages ESLC with the following standing committees: Development; Finance; Leadership; Land Protection; and Governance. In addition to the volunteer Board of Directors, 50 other volunteers strengthen ESLC through a Volunteer Land Steward program, and through other duties, such as administrative help, outreach, special events, and trail maintenance.

Our work is guided by a five-year strategic plan. Each year, staff and board members develop a work plan based on the goals of the strategic plan. You may read our strategic plan here.

Position Overview

The Eastern Shore Land Conservancy seeks to hire a talented, energetic professional for the full-time position of Conservation Projects Manager. The Conservation Projects Manager is responsible for:

• Implementation of ESLC’s land conservation objectives with a focus on land protection through a myriad of tools including purchased programs and donated easement acquisitions.
• This position will provide coordination and support for Delmarva Oasis, an initiative to coalesce public and private partnerships to fund large-scale conservation to protect 50% of Delmarva’s critical habitat and farmland, improve rural prosperity, and enhance vibrancy of our towns, by 2030.
• Candidate should have relevant conservation or real estate skills/experience, a creative / entrepreneurial mindset, excellent communication and partnering skills, and a comfort level working with varied communities and partnerships.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 or more years experience in conservation, natural resources management, business or related field; Juris Doctorate and legal experience preferred.
• Experience with Land and Property transactions, including necessary due diligence.
• Professional interests that align strongly with ESLC’s vision and values.
• Outstanding verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Exceptional written communication skills.
• Disciplined self-starter, capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
• Desire and demonstrated ability to identify and address personal knowledge gaps; to learn on the job; and to cultivate sources of knowledge, expertise, and skill.
• Able and willing to travel (including a vehicle) frequently among the six counties in ESLC’s service area and occasionally beyond the service area.
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office.

To Apply

• Please click "Apply" below to email resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Theresa Miller.
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