Sonoma Land Trust is seeking a Community Outreach Manager to develop, implement, and grow the Land Trust’s volunteer, internship, and community organizing efforts around open space and parks. This role, housed in the Community Engagement and Education Department, is a key contributor to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan, and facilitates ways for community members to get involved and support …
Executive Officer – San Joaquin River Conservancy
The Executive Officer (EO) is responsible for carrying out the mission, responsibilities, and authorities established by the San Joaquin River Conservancy Act Serving under the policy direction and delegation of authority of the board. The incumbent exercises a high degree of judgement to oversee projects, programs, property, personnel, operations, budgets, and administration. The EO will lead the development and implementation …
Senior Vice President & Chief Program Officer – Irvine Ranch Conservancy
Irvine Ranch Conservancy seeks a strategic, transformative Senior Vice President and Chief Programs Officer to lead, manage, and steward the organization’s programmatic vision, goals, and implementation. Irvine Ranch Conservancy (IRC) was founded in 2005 with the simple, bold vision of elevating the stewardship of urban wildlands to the highest possible standards. We work on a large, protected, highly biodiverse landscape …
California State Director – American Forests
About Us American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to wilderness, that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal and economic benefits …
Access & Infrastructure Program Manager – Big Sur Land Trust
Join Big Sur Land Trust (BSLT) as our full-time Access & Infrastructure Program Manager (AIPM), where you’ll play a key role in safeguarding and enhancing the physical infrastructure across incredible preserved landscapes in Monterey County. With your expertise, we will maintain a diverse range of assets, including historic buildings, rugged mountain roads, captivating trails, and other vital infrastructure, such as …
Finance and Operations Manager – Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
THE SITUATION For more than three decades, Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (PVPLC) has been acquiring, preserving, and restoring undeveloped land to its natural state on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula for the education and enjoyment of all. PVPLC is currently on the cusp of launching an ambitious ten-year plan to accelerate restoration of critical habitats while expanding its education …
Manager, Major Gifts – Catalina Island Conservancy
SALARY RANGE 81K – l00K POSITION SUMMARY The Manager, Major Gifts will develop a portfolio of donors through personal visits and regular phone and written contact. This position will work collaboratively with the Conservancy executive leadership and staff to identify and cultivate major gift prospects and solicit and close a range of five-figure plus gifts. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND …
Finance and Operations Director – Elkhorn Slough Foundation
Elkhorn Slough is an extraordinarily rich tidal wetland located at the geographic center of the Monterey Bay shoreline on the central California coast. The Elkhorn Slough Foundation (ESF) is a mature non-profit organization and a nationally accredited Land Trust dedicated to conserving and restoring the Elkhorn Slough and its watershed. ESF has directly conserved over 4,200 acres of land and …
Learning Among the Oaks Program Manager – Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County
The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is a local, private, non-profit land trust working to conserve and care for the diverse wildlands, farms, and ranches of the Central Coast. We connect people to the land and to each other. The organization strives to create a fun, inspiring, and family–friendly work environment, a team-oriented structure, and good benefits. Learning Among the …
Project Assistant – Better World Group
Southern California, Sacramento, Bay Area This is a hybrid position (partially in-person). Most work can take place remotely from home and via video conferencing. Some meetings and activities will take place in-person. About Better World Group Better World Group (BWG) has been behind some of the nation’s boldest climate policies and environmental strategies. We work across all sectors to develop …
Associate, Level I, II or III – Better World Group
Southern California, Sacramento, Bay Area This is a hybrid position (partially in-person). Most work can take place remotely from home and via video conferencing. Some meetings and activities will take place in-person. About Better World Group Better World Group has been behind some of the nation’s boldest climate policies and environmental strategies. We work across all sectors to develop forward-thinking, …
Land Acquisition Program Manager (Rising Waters) – Sonoma Land Trust
Ready to apply your skills or interest in habitat protection and restoration, program management or regional planning? Want to be part of a talented, deeply committed, and national award-winning conservation organization? Then please read on! Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) is looking for a person with experience in managing regional conservation programs in coastal or bay environments. This program is focused …
Restoration Field Manager – Ojai Valley Land Conservancy
The Ojai Valley Land Conservancy (OVLC) is seeking a Restoration Field Manager to lead a restoration field crew and manage restoration field operations. The ideal candidate will have a background in ecological restoration and experience implementing restoration projects and supervising teams in the field. The Restoration Field Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily restoration activities of OVLC’s field …
Stewardship Specialist – The Sacramento Valley Conservancy
Background The Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) was established in 1990 as the first local land trust in Sacramento County, CA. SVC preserves open space for agricultural, scenic, recreational, and habitat purposes. SVC has protected over 18,000 acres of land including regional trail systems, farms, vernal pool preserves, and oak woodlands. SVC is governed by a ten-member Board of Trustees and …
General Manager – Great Redwood Trail Agency
Salary $120,000-140,000 The Great Redwood Trail Serve as the General Manager of the Great Redwood Trail Agency (GRTA), a local agency that is managing the development of the Great Redwood Trail. The Great Redwood Trail will be a 320-mile, world-class, multi-use rail-to-trail project connecting California’s San Francisco and Humboldt Bays. The trail will be constructed along the former rail corridor …
Community Relations Assistant – Ventura Land Trust
The Community Relations Assistant reports to the Outreach Director and supports outreach efforts on behalf of the organization. The Community Relations Assistant manages and trains docents and volunteers, and provides event support. The Community Relations Assistant works collaboratively with fellow VLT staff, board members, committee members, and volunteers in all outreach endeavors. This position will be paid $20-$22 per hour, …
Land Stewardship Associate – Sempervirens Fund
Would you like to help conserve and restore redwood forests, wildlife habitat, and watersheds in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Are you interested in innovative land management that will protect forests and other natural habitats and build climate and fire resiliency? If so, consider being a part of Sempervirens Fund’s dynamic, collegial, fun, and growing team. As the Land Stewardship Associate, …
Preserve Manager Coachella Valley – Center for Natural Lands Management
Location: Coachella Valley, Central Riverside County Position: Permanent / Full-time (1.0 FTE); Exempt (Salaried) Compensation: $64,480 – $74,480 with benefits including, but not limited to, 11 paid holidays annually; three weeks of vacation annually (progressive); sick leave; substantial employer contribution to health insurance plan; dental and vision plans; employer contribution to retirement plan Application deadline: The position is open until …
Preserve Manager Santa Barbara County – Center for Natural Lands Management
The position is open until filled. Position Summary and General Duties The Preserve Manager – Santa Barbara County (Preserve Manager) will be responsible for managing a preserve in Santa Barbara County that has been permanently protected for conservation purposes. That preserve – Gaviota Tarplant Ranch Preserve – is a 2,731-acre preserve located south of Lompoc, CA that includes annual and …
Administrative & Development Assistant – The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County
The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, a nonprofit organization that has made substantial headway in environmental conservation by helping to protect more than 14,000 acres of various habitats and farmland over the last 45 years, is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative team member for the position of Admin & Development Assistant. The Administrative & Development Assistant is responsible …
Engagement Manager – The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County
The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, a nonprofit organization that has made substantial headway in environmental conservation by helping to protect more than 14,000 acres of various habitats and farmland over the last 45 years, is seeking an experienced fund development team member for the position of Engagement Manager. This position manages the Land Trust’s membership program, including member …
Field Coordinator – The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County
The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is a local, private, non-profit land trust working to safeguard and enhance farms, ranches, wild lands, and parks for the benefit of people and wildlife on the Central Coast. The organization strives to create a fun, inspiring and team-oriented work environment. The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County is pleased to announce a job opening …
Environmental Planner – California Tahoe Conservancy
The mission of the California Tahoe Conservancy is to lead California’s efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. At the Conservancy, we know the importance of building an organization that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We believe in maintaining a workplace where employees from a variety of backgrounds, …
Acquisition Assistant – Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District
Closing Date: The job posting period is continuous. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. More details below. We are currently recruiting for a full-time Acquisition Assistant- a critical team member who will support the land conservation activities of Ag + Open Space. This is an excellent opportunity to join …
Tahoe Livable Communities Supervisor – California Tahoe Conservancy
The mission of the California Tahoe Conservancy (Conservancy) is to lead California’s efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. Through its Tahoe Livable Communities (TLC) Program, the Conservancy seeks to acquire, sell, lease, or exchange land and development rights to meet State, regional, local area plan, and sustainable community goals. At …
Ecosystem Services Coordinator – private farm, Carmel Valley CA
We are a small diversified farm located in Monterey County looking for an Ecosystem Services Coordinator to support our mission of enhancing and sustaining a diverse and robust ecosystem both above and below ground. By leveraging biological diversity at the soil, field, and landscape scales, we strive to find a natural balance in our farming methods so that our crops …
Executive Administrator & Board Liaison – Sonoma Land Trust
Want to be part of a dynamic non-profit that is making a difference in protecting our local communities from the impacts of climate change? Interested in contributing your talents to a deeply committed, growing team that plays a key role in preserving nature in Sonoma County? Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) is ready to hire a resourceful and detail-oriented team member …
Philanthropy Operations Associate – Sonoma Land Trust
Want to play your part in protecting our local communities from the impacts of climate change? Want to be part of a talented, deeply committed, and national award-winning conservation organization? Then please read on! Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) is looking for a Philanthropy Operations Associate, a key position that supports the philanthropy team in developing queries, reporting, financial reconciliations, pulling …
Real Estate Specialist – Peninsula Open Space Trust
Are you passionate about the environment and looking for an opportunity to translate your real estate or paralegal experience, project management strengths, and relationship skills into a career conserving open space and farmland properties? This is an opportunity to join one of the most successful land trusts in the country to protect the spectacular landscapes of the San Francisco Peninsula …
Conservation Easement Stewardship Intern – Peninsula Open Space Trust
POST is offering a flexible (24-40 hours a week), six-month internship opportunity in support of POST’s conservation easement stewardship. This is a terrific opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector with a nationally-recognized land conservation organization. The intern will become part of and contribute to a high-functioning team and gain insights into land management, stewardship, conservation easement monitoring, …