Acquisition Assistant

MANRRS; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

MANRRS in Santa Rosa, CA seeks an Acquisitions Assistant to support land conservation programs in Sonoma County. You will process applications, evaluate projects, and create GIS maps to aid decision-making. You will collaborate with public agencies, partners, and staff to advance conservation goals.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience.
• Experience with GIS and map production is preferred.
• Experience working with public agencies or non-profits in land conservation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process landowner applications and evaluate potential conservation projects.
• Develop project maps using GIS and related software.
• Collaborate with public agencies, contractors, and staff to support acquisitions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

Position Overview

The APOSD Acquisitions Assistant will be part of a dynamic team working to permanently protect lands in Sonoma County that benefit healthy communities, clean water and air, diverse habitats, sustainable agriculture, and climate resiliency. They will participate in many aspects of our land conservation projects, including processing new applications from landowners interested in APOSD programs, evaluating potential projects, developing project maps using GIS and other software, and providing general support to the Acquisitions Program staff. In support of the APOSD land conservation mission, the Acquisitions Assistant will collaborate with the public, project partners, contractors, agency staff, and oversight bodies.

Responsibilities

A passion for conserving natural and agricultural land for the benefit of future generations.Experience working with public agencies and non-profit organizations in land conservation and/or real property acquisition, land use planning, and natural resource conservation.An understanding of emerging policy issues affecting land conservation, including land use, habitat protection, water quality and quantity, sustainable agricultural and forest land management, and climate change.Experience with GIS and related technology and systems as applied to conservation planning, open space, parks, natural resources, land use, or similar fields.Familiarity with or interest in real estate transactions including appraisals, title work, due diligence, escrow, and closingAttention to detail and ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.Strong orientation toward internal and external customer service.Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

A passion for conserving natural and agricultural land for the benefit of future generations.Experience working with public agencies and non-profit organizations in land conservation and/or real property acquisition, land use planning, and natural resource conservation.An understanding of emerging policy issues affecting land conservation, including land use, habitat protection, water quality and quantity, sustainable agricultural and forest land management, and climate change.Experience with GIS and related technology and systems as applied to conservation planning, open space, parks, natural resources, land use, or similar fields.Familiarity with or interest in real estate transactions including appraisals, title work, due diligence, escrow, and closingAttention to detail and ability to manage multiple high-priority projects.Strong orientation toward internal and external customer service.Effective written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in real estate, environmental studies, land use, conservation, natural resource planning, agriculture, geography, ecology, or a related field, and one year of experience in land conservation, natural resource protection, parks, or another similar field, with a governmental agency or non-profit that includes experience working with GIS, including system functionality and map production.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and work experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed herein. Normally, this would include a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in real estate, environmental studies, land use, conservation, natural resource planning, agriculture, geography, ecology, or a related field, and one year of experience in land conservation, natural resource protection, parks, or another similar field, with a governmental agency or non-profit that includes experience working with GIS, including system functionality and map production.

Preferred Level of Education

Bachelor's Degree

Benefits Offered

https://sonomacounty.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/benefits/employee-benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit

Compensation/Salary

$96,341.46 - $117,087.43 Annually

Equal Employment Opportunity

The District values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The District is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.