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POSITION Preserve Manager – Santa Barbara County ORGANIZATION Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) JOB DESCRIPTION Preserve Manager Santa Barbara County reports to: Regional Preserve Manager – South Coast Region Location: Santa Barbara County (preserves are in southwest Santa Barbara County, CA) Position: Permanent / Full-time (1.0 FTE); Exempt (Salaried) Compensation: $68,640 – $78,640 ($74,541.88 – $84,541.88 including home office …

POSITIONExecutive Director ORGANIZATIONCenter for Natural Lands Management LOCATIONCalifornia (preferred); home office (telecommute)  Position Summary and General Duties  The Executive Director (ED) reports to the Board of Directors (BOD) and is expected to identify and implement short- and long-term goals and to be accountable to the BOD for achieving those goals. The ED is directly responsible for supervising a senior staff …

The Amah Mutsun Land Trust is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our Finance & Operations team in managing day-to-day accounting, grants, and administrative tasks. This role ensures accuracy in financial systems, timely payments to staff and vendors, and reliable reporting that supports our programs and mission. It’s an opportunity to grow your accounting skills while contributing to the protection …

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to oversee accounting operations, guide a collaborative finance team, and provide strategic insights that fuel the organization’s expanding impact. Amah Mutsun Land Trust is seeking an experienced nonprofit finance professional who is detail-oriented, systems-savvy, and inspired to support the Tribe’s sacred obligation to care for Mother Earth. Learn More and Apply

POSITION Development Director ORGANIZATION Save Mount Diablo JOB DESCRIPTION This is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Executive Director. The Development Director and Executive Director positively collaborate and support one another to further Save Mount Diablo’s fundraising goals. For key priorities and responsibilities, required qualifications, and how to apply, please review the full job description posted here. SUPPLEMENTAL …

POSITION Executive Director ORGANIZATION Siskiyou Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Siskiyou Land Trust (SLT) seeks an experienced Executive Director (ED) with fund development and financial management experience to lead a successful, growing organization into its next era of conservation, stewardship, outreach, and fundraising. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven leader to build upon our conservation momentum, and work collaboratively …

[HRO-125 / JC-487059]  Final Filing Date:  September 10, 2025Division of Land Resource Protection, Sacramento Under the general direction of the Division Deputy Director, Division of Land Resource Protection (DLRP), the Senior Environmental Planner is responsible for the management and supervision of the Division’s conservation programs, including the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation Program (SALC), the California Farmland Conservancy Program (CFCP), the …

POSITION GIS Program Manager ORGANIZATION Sonoma Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Want to play your part in protecting our local communities from the impacts of climate change? Ready to roll up your sleeves to help achieve tangible results? Want to be part of a talented, deeply committed, and national award-winning conservation organization? Then please read on! Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) is …

POSITION Chief Executive Officer ORGANIZATION Land Trust of Napa County JOB DESCRIPTION The Land Trust of Napa County seeks a dynamic, experienced leader to steward an established, successful organization as it continues to protect Napa’s extraordinary landscapes, ensures the perpetual care of protected lands, and connects a strong network of partnerships for lasting conservation impact. The Land Trust has been …

THE POSITIONThe Annual Fund Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing MALT’s fundraising strategy through the planning and execution of integrated direct mail and digital marketing campaigns. This position is responsible for collaborating cross-functionally on the engagement, retention, and growth of a diverse base of supporters—specifically with the goal of raising $450,000 in unrestricted revenue annually from core donors …

Elkhorn Slough is a 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 nonprofit organization and a nationally accredited land trust dedicated to conserving and restoring Elkhorn Slough and its watershed. ESF conserves over 4,200 acres in the Elkhorn Slough watershed. We work …

POSITION Chief Philanthropy Officer ORGANIZATION Big Sur Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Join Big Sur Land Trust (BSLT) as the Chief Philanthropy Officer, where you’ll be a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive fundraising program aligned with Big Sur Land Trust’s mission and growth objectives SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION https://calandtrusts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BSLT-Chief-Philanthropy-Officer_Final-6.13.25.pdf CONTACT Tonalla Renteria trenteria@bigsurlandtrust.org https://bigsurlandtrust.org/job-opportunities/ 5,599,778,504

POSITION Database and Membership Coordinator ORGANIZATION Land Trust of Napa County JOB DESCRIPTION The Land Trust of Napa County (LTNC) is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the character of Napa by permanently protecting land. In its 49-year history, LTNC has protected 96,000 acres—18% of the county. The Land Trust offices are in the City of Napa, near downtown. We offer …

POSITION Philanthropy Operations Associate ORGANIZATION Sonoma Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION The Philanthropy Operations Associate is a key position on the Philanthropy Team. Working closely with the Philanthropy Database Administrator, this position manages the Land Trust’s Virtuous donor database, processes and mails gift acknowledgements, and supports the team with accurate reports and mailing lists. This position is full-time, 40 hours per …

POSITION Preserve Manager – Coachella Valley ORGANIZATION Center for Natural Lands Mangement JOB DESCRIPTION The Preserve Manager – Coachella Valley (Preserve Manager) will be responsible for managing a portfolio of preserves with the anchor preserve being the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve which is owned by Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM). This 880-acre Preserve was established primarily for the protection …

Organization and Position Summary Based in Auburn, CA, Placer Land Trust (PLT) is a private nonprofit organization founded in 1991 thatworks with willing landowners and conservation partners to permanently protect and care for naturaland agricultural land in Placer County. To date, PLT has protected over 22,000 acres of land in PlacerCounty for current and future generations. Our protected lands include …

Organization and Position SummaryBased in Auburn, CA, Placer Land Trust (PLT) is a private nonprofit organization founded in 1991 that works with willing landowners and conservation partners to permanently protect and care for natural andagricultural land in Placer County. To date, PLT has protected over 22,000 acres of land in Placer County for current and future generations. Our protected lands …

ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Manager of Philanthropic Engagement (MPE) will be responsible for identifying, cultivating relationships, and soliciting current and prospective mid-level gift donors ($1K-$5K). The MPE will engage donors and prospective donors to support land acquisition and stewardship work. This involves researching prospects, making qualifying calls, and developing effective cultivation and stewardship strategies. Solicitations are developed in partnership with the …

POSITION Preserve Manager – San Diego County ORGANIZATION Center for Natural Lands Mangement JOB DESCRIPTION Preserve Manager – San Diego County Reports to: San Diego Regional Preserve Manager (currently vacant); Director of Conservation Science and Stewardship (at present) Location: San Diego County (location of preserves) Position: Permanent / Full-time (1.0 FTE); Exempt (Salaried) Compensation: $68,640,- $78,640 ($74,320.48 – $84,320.48 including …

Join Big Sur Land Trust (BSLT) as the Annual Giving & Salesforce CRM Administrator, where you will play a key role in overseeing the annual giving campaign, and ensuring a productive and organized Salesforce CRM database. Our outstanding team is dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering a supportive, diverse work environment to achieve Big Sur Land Trust’s mission. Compensation & …

The Stewardship Specialist is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt position and a keymember of the Land Team. Reporting directly to the Stewardship Director, this role supports theconservation of nearly 4,000 acres of ESF properties and conservation easements. This dynamicposition offers hands-on experience in environmental conservation, including participation inscientific research, exposure to land acquisition processes, environmental permitting, andcollaborative natural …

Location: Lincoln, California with travel throughout WHF’s statewide service areaPosition Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)Wage Range: $55,120 – $72,800 annually, commensurate with experience POSITION SUMMARY:The primary responsibility of the Wildlife Steward is to help WHF ensure that the nearly 100,000 acres of ecologically significant lands and water resources protected throughout California continue as vital habitat for plant and animal species, intact …

Location: Lincoln, California with travel throughout WHF’s statewide service areaPosition Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (hourly)Wage Range: $52,000 – $69,680 annually, commensurate with experience POSITION SUMMARY:The primary responsibility of the Natural Resource Manager is to manage large, natural properties held by WHF as vital habitat for plant and animal species, intact natural resources, and functional ecological systems. Most properties are managed grasslands, …

The Director of Development and Communications reports to the Executive Director and is a pivotal member of the executive team at a time of exciting change and new opportunities. The successful candidate serve as a thought partner to the Executive Director and provides strategic oversight as well as meaningful tactical contributions towards development, marketing, and communications initiatives. This covers areas …

Position includes general administrative support for ongoing land trust project tasks, including preliminary title review, deed revisions, due diligence related to establishing conservation agreements and working with real property/fee simple transactions. Assists with preparing metrics to fulfil requests on NCRLT’s projects. Contributes to development of internal and external printed materials and fact sheets related to current acquisitions process.  Position Overview  …

Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) is looking for a Land Acquisition Program Manager with experience in managing a portfolio of real estate transactions that have resulted in the protection and stewardship of land, water, and biodiversity. SLT serves a diverse audience with broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, and orientations. We encourage applications from candidates who reflect and value the audiences and …

POSITION Urban Conservation Biologist ORGANIZATION Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy JOB DESCRIPTION Urban Conservation Biologist Reports to: Chief Executive Officer, Director of Operations Location: Los Angeles area Position: One Year / Full-time; Non-Exempt (Hourly) Compensation Range: $35-$40/hour, depending upon experience. Benefits, including but not limited to: 13 paid holidays annually; four weeks of vacation annually (progressive); sick leave; flexible work schedule, …

POSITION Communications Manager ORGANIZATION Sonoma Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Sonoma Land Trust is seeking a talented Communications Manager to craft compelling content that inspires engagement and support for our mission to protect the lands and waters of Sonoma County. This role is perfect for an experienced writer and storyteller who is passionate and knowledgeable about conservation, climate resilience, and the …

Location: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara CountyJob Type: Full time, exempt positionSalary Range: $80,000 – $110,000/yr Organization OverviewFounded in 1985, The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County is a 501(c) (3) tax exempt California nonprofit Corporation that conserves natural resources, agricultural land, and open spaces for the benefit of present and future generations. We are a nationally accredited member of the …

The Northcoast Regional Land Trust (NRLT) is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative Project Manager focused on land conservation in northwestern California. The Project Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, management, and completion of complex land conservation, acquisition, and restoration projects. Specific duties include overseeing a significant coastal aquatic habitat restoration project alongside other construction and restoration projects, preparing grant applications and environmental …