Director of Land Conservation
The position supervises the deputy director of land conservation and the land stewardship manager, who, together with the executive director and other staff, coordinate the successful implementation of CRLC’s mission, vision and strategic plan throughout its expanded service area.
Primary duties:
Land protection: Lead the Conservancy’s conservation easement acquisition program from application to recordation and oversee ongoing stewardship and enforcement.
Stewardship: Oversee and fulfill the conservancy’s policies for responses to landowner notices, reviews and approvals including notices of potential violation.
Management: Supervise, manage, and coach subordinate staff.
Administration: Work closely with Executive Director to ensure compliance with CRLC’s policies, Land Trust Alliance’s Standards and Practices, accreditation requirements, and all federal, state, and local laws.
Outreach: Public outreach and direct engagement with landowners and broader community to educate about conservation easements and the breadth of CRLC’s work.
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Land Planning, Real Estate or related field.
Master’s degree (preferred).
7-10 years of successful experience at a land trust (preference for accredited organizations), in land protection, natural resource conservation, land use planning or similar disciplines, or a combination of education and experience in these areas.
Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle.
Live within the Richmond region.
Skill requirements:
Advanced knowledge of conservation best practices and principles including but not limited to agriculture, forestry, botany, conservation biology, or similar fields.
Passion for natural resource conservation and improving public access to nature, and commitment to developing strong working relationships with landowner, partners, and funders.
Advanced knowledge of conservation easement deeds and their governing laws
Strong understanding of various types of real estate transactions.
Experience in reading title policies and exceptions or superior rights of the landowner and other interests (preferred).
Familiarity with Land Trust Alliance’s Standards and Practices.
Experience with property management software Landscape (preferred).
Proficiency with ArcGIS (preferred), Microsoft-based applications, and GPS technology.
Successful managerial experience overseeing a remote staff.
More available at the full job description link.
Work environment:
Office work at 1512 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond VA 23230 with an expectation to be in the office at least 3-4 days per week depending on field work needs.
Regular field work in a variety of environments and exposure to irregular terrains.
Some weekend and evening work expected.
Compensation:
This is a full-time position with an expected salary range of $75,000-90,000 annually, depending on experience. CRLC provides a benefits package including 10 holidays, 10 days paid time off, $600 per month health insurance stipend, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, $100 per month phone and computer stipend, and up to 3% Simple IRA retirement match after 1 year.
CRLC is committed to building a team that embraces our diverse community and appreciates the different lived experiences and backgrounds of everyone in the Richmond region.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
To apply:
Position is open until filled, with priority given to applications received by Aug. 7. Questions may be directed to 202-302-0153.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to executivedirector@capitalregionland.org
