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POSITIONStewardship Program Manager – Conservation Easements ORGANIZATIONSonoma Land Trust REPORTS TODirector of Stewardship JOB DESCRIPTIONWant 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 …

POSITIONStaff Accountant ORGANIZATIONSonoma Land Trust REPORTS TOAccounting Manager JOB DESCRIPTIONWant 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 looking …

POSITIONDevelopment Director ORGANIZATIONFeather River Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTIONFRLT is seeking an experienced leader to guide the strategic development and execution of a comprehensive fund development and communications program that will sustain and grow revenue to advance FRLT’s mission. They will join a passionate and experienced team and work collaboratively to shape the future of our “grassroots and growing strong” local nonprofit. The Development …

POSITIONConservation Easement Manager ORGANIZATIONFeather River Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Conservation Easement Manager works on various aspects of land conservation and land stewardship across the Feather River Watershed and plays a key role in monitoring conservation easements held by FRLT and deepening the relationships with the landowners.  Core responsibilities include stewardship and monitoring of FRLT’s conservation easement portfolio, assisting with land protection projects, mapping …

POSITIONFinance and Operations Manager Organization Ventura Land Trust Job DescriptionThe Finance and Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial, administrative, and operational functions of the organization. This role ensures the accuracy of financial reporting, maintains compliance with nonprofit and governmental regulations, and supports human resources and staff operations. The position plays a key role in safeguarding organizational resources, promoting …

POSITIONExecutive Director REPORTS TOOVLC’s Board of Directors  CLASSIFICATIONFull-Time Exempt  LOCATIONOn-Site, Ojai Valley, CA. This position requires a consistent on-site presence to effectively lead staff, engage stakeholders, support organizational operations, and represent the organization throughout the community.  About OVLC The Ojai Valley Land Conservancy (OVLC) is a nationally accredited land trust with a powerful mission to protect and restore the natural landscapes …

POSITIONAssociate General Counsel ORGANIZATIONSave the Redwoods League JOB DESCRIPTIONSave the Redwoods League (SRL) seeks an Associate General Counsel who is inspired by the opportunity to use law as a tool for conservation. This role partners with the General Counsel and Legal Department to steward the organization’s legal, governance, and risk frameworks in service of protecting and restoring California’s redwood forests …

POSITIONLand Steward ORGANIZATIONVentura Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTIONVentura Land Trust (VLT) is a local, private, non-profit land trust working to protect the land, water, wildlife, and scenic beauty of the Ventura region for current and future generations. We own almost 4,000 acres of wildlands in Ventura County and strive to learn about, enhance, and communicate conservation values through responsible public access, …

POSITIONPreserve Manager – Northern California ORGANIZATIONCenter for Natural Lands Management JOB DESCRIPTIONLocation: Northern California – Sacramento/Davis area (preserves located in Sacramento, Solano, and Yolo counties, CA) Position: Permanent / Full-time (1.0 FTE); Exempt (Salaried) Compensation: $68,640 – $78,640 annually ($74,542 – $84,542 including home office and phone stipends) with benefits, including but not limited to 11 paid holidays annually; three …

POSITIONForest Stewardship Manager ORGANIZATIONSempervirens Fund JOB DESCRIPTIONWould you like to help lead forest health and wildfire resilience projects in close collaboration with California State Parks in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Are you experienced in forest ecology, forest management, fuel reduction, or management of complex forest restoration projects? Are you an aspiring forester with an interest in public and non-profit land …

POSITIONTransactions Program Manager ORGANIZATIONSolano Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTIONSolano Land Trust seeks an experienced Transactions Program Manager to lead land conservation transactions to advance the land trust’s long-term approach to protecting the working farms, ranches, and natural landscapes of Solano County. The Transactions Program Manager is a key programmatic role sitting at the heart of Solano Land Trust’s conservation mission, working …

POSITIONChief Operating Officer ORGANIZATIONSolano Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTIONSolano Land Trust seeks its first Chief Operating Officer to provide operational and human resources leadership, financial stewardship, and fundraising oversight to fortify the organization’s internal systems and prepare the land trust for its next chapter of conservation impact in Solano County. The Chief Operating Officer is a newly created senior leadership role …

POSITIONLand Advocacy Director ORGANIZATIONSave Mount Diablo JOB DESCRIPTIONLand Advocacy Director Save Mount Diablo201 N. Civic Drive, Suite 190, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Founded in 1971, Save Mount Diablo (SMD), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization, with its headquarters in Walnut Creek, California, is a nationally accredited land trust that works to preserve Mount Diablo’s peaks, surrounding foothills, watersheds, and its sustaining …

POSITION Systems Operations Manager ORGANIZATION Peninsula Open Space Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Systems Operations Manager Are you passionate about technology, project management, and delivering exceptional customer service? Imagine working for one of the leading land trusts in the United States where you can help with our mission to protect green open spaces for the benefit of everyone in our region. Why …

POSITION Director of Philanthropy ORGANIZATION Elkhorn Slough Foundation JOB DESCRIPTION Elkhorn Slough Foundation is seeking a Director of Philanthropy to lead and grow a comprehensive fundraising program in support of conservation and restoration efforts. This role works closely with leadership and the Board to secure major gifts, manage donor relationships, and guide development strategy across multiple funding sources. It’s an …

POSITION Associate Director (Development & Strategy) ORGANIZATION Northcoast Regional Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION The Northcoast Regional Land Trust (NRLT) seeks a strategic, relationship-driven, and highly organized Associate Director to lead and grow fundraising and organizational development efforts for a dynamic conservation nonprofit serving northwestern California. The Associate Director is a senior leadership role and key partner to the Executive Director, responsible for …

POSITION Field Technician ORGANIZATION Ventura Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION For complete job description, please visit: https://www.venturalandtrust.org/careers Ventura Land Trust (VLT) is a nonprofit organization working to protect the land, water, wildlife, and scenic beauty of the Ventura region for current and future generations. We own almost 4,000 acres of wildlands in Ventura County and strive to learn about, enhance, and …

POSITIONARMS National Coordinating Attorney ORGANIZATIONLand Trust Alliance JOB DESCRIPTIONSummary The conservation defense initiative provides a coordinated, national strategy to ensure continued defense of conservation lands. The initiative consists of 1) a Fund for Alliance response to federal and state challenges including litigation, legislation and regulation; 2) a center that hosts an online legal library and facilitates a national network of …

POSITION Institutional Giving Manager ORGANIZATION Save Mount Diablo JOB DESCRIPTION Summary Founded in 1971, Save Mount Diablo (SMD), a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization, with its headquarters in Walnut Creek, California, is a nationally accredited land trust that works to preserve Mount Diablo’s peaks, surrounding foothills, watersheds, and its sustaining Diablo Range through land acquisition and preservation strategies designed to protect …

POSITIONExecutive Director ORGANIZATIONBolsa Chica Land Trust LOCATIONHuntington Beach / Hybrid POSITION SUMMARY The Executive Director will be the chief executive officer of the Bolsa Chica Land Trust, responsible for the overall strategic and operational leadership of the organization. This role requires a passionate advocate for environmental conservation, cultural preservation, and community engagement, with a proven track record in non-profit management, …

POSITION Land Steward ORGANIZATION Elkhorn Slough Foundation JOB DESCRIPTION The Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (ESNERR) is a 1700‐acre ecological reserve comprised of tidal wetlands, freshwater wetlands, oak woodlands, scrub, and grassland habitats. It is owned and managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and it operates in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration …

POSITION Development Director ORGANIZATION Northcoast Regional Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION The Northcoast Regional Land Trust (NRLT) seeks an organized, strategic, and relationship-driven Development Director to lead and grow fundraising for a dynamic conservation nonprofit serving northwestern California. The Development Director is a senior leadership role responsible for planning, implementing, and strengthening the organization’s fundraising and donor engagement activities. Specific duties include overseeing …

POSITION Community Outreach Coordinator ORGANIZATION Sonoma Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Sonoma Land Trust is seeking a multitalented Community Outreach Coordinator to serve as a community ambassador, organizer, and steward of volunteer and internship programs. This role is ideal for someone who believes conservation is strongest when it is rooted in community leadership, inclusive participation, and long-term relationship building. As the …

POSITION Land Transactions Associate ORGANIZATION Peninsula Open Space Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Ready to help protect the land that makes our region extraordinary? Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) is looking for a detail-driven, mission-motivated Land Transactions Associate to play a hands-on role in turning complex real estate transactions into lasting conservation outcomes. The Land Transactions Associate position plays a key role …

POSITION Stewardship Project Manager ORGANIZATION Peninsula Open Space Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Are you a passionate conservation professional with experience in land management and stewardship? 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 and South Bay for the benefit of all. The Stewardship …

POSITION Transactions Project Manager ORGANIZATION Peninsula Open Space Trust JOB DESCRIPTION Are you a passionate conservation professional with experience in land conservation and real estate transactions? 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 and South Bay for the benefit of all. …

ORGANIZATIONTamien Nation Land Conservancy JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Tamien Nation Land Conservancy is dedicated to land rematriation, land restoration, and environmental education through modern science and Indigenous science/Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK). The Land Conservancy promotes the study, protection, and education of natural and cultural resources, and uses properties held or controlled by the Tamien Nation.  The Executive Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and …

POSITION Director of Individual and Legacy Giving ORGANIZATION John Muir Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION John Muir Land Trust (JMLT) protects and cares for open space, ranches, farms, parkland, and shoreline in the East Bay, including the Bay Delta. With more than 4,800+ acres now permanently protected and cared for by JMLT, wildlife, habitat, and people thrive in the places that …

POSITION Director of Individual Giving ORGANIZATION John Muir Land Trust JOB DESCRIPTION The Director of Individual Giving will play a lead role in both securing and reporting on individual gifts of $500+ aligned with fundraising goals and organizational priorities related to acquisition and restoration projects as well as stewardship and program needs. This role blends donor relationships with fundraising systems. …

POSITION Executive Administrator 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 looking …