Land Steward

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Land Steward implements and advances land management and preserve access initiatives across Connecticut, ensuring TNC lands contribute meaningfully to our ambitious goals for nature and people. This position directly implements land stewardship on the ground, including maintaining preserve areas and infrastructure used by the visiting public, conducting monitoring of and reporting on our various fee and easements within central and eastern Connecticut, supporting ongoing accessibility programs, and communicating with our landowners and partners to uphold conservation restrictions. Other duties include operating heavy machinery and maintaining a variety of tools and equipment.

Projects may involve working in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Transportation will be provided.

We’re Looking for You:

The Nature Conservancy in Connecticut is seeking an experienced land steward to care for protected lands and support our conservation strategies in central and eastern Connecticut including Burnham Brook, Chapman Pond, and Selden Creek preserve. This position plays a key role in habitat management, infrastructure and trail maintenance, and other land management projects that uphold the conservation values of TNC properties and support access to nature. The Land Steward supervises no staff, but may help plan and direct volunteer or staff work parties.

By joining The Nature Conservancy, you will be a part of a highly functioning and supportive team that works collaboratively to accomplish a shared vision for nature and people. This is the perfect job for your love of the outdoors, your hands-on skills, and your interest in engaging people in our work to advance conservation across Connecticut. Apply and learn more today!

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS degree in a science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or a similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with natural systems.

• Experience in ecological land management principles.

• Experience operating and/or repairing various types of equipment and machinery such as lawn mowers, chainsaws, UTV, ATV, brushcutters, or similar equipment.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record.

• Must be able to obtain required licenses or certifications including First Aid, CPR, Stop the Bleed, and Game of Logging.

Desired Qualifications:

• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. Experience working across cultures or communities; multilingual skills are a plus.

• 1 – 2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience leading volunteers.

• Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.

• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation/conservation or similar field.

• Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).

• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Outlook, ArcGIS, Web browsers).

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with a wide range of audiences, including staff, partners, and the public.

• Certification in Game of Logging, Stop the Bleed, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $31.00 - 34.00 per hour. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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