Conservation Acquisitions Assistant - Remote-Eligible

County of Sonoma (CA); Santa Rosa (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District is seeking an Acquisitions Assistant to support land conservation efforts in Sonoma County. The role involves processing landowner applications, evaluating projects, and developing maps using GIS while collaborating with public partners and staff.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for conservation, experience with GIS, and strong communication skills, plus a bachelor's degree in a related field and a valid California

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in real estate, environmental studies, land use planning, conservation, or related field.
• Experience with GIS, map production, and data analysis for land conservation.
• Experience with public agencies and non-profit organizations in land conservation.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process new applications from landowners for APOSD programs.
• Evaluate potential conservation projects and develop project maps using GIS.
• Collaborate with public partners, contractors, and staff to support acquisitions.
• Provide general support to the Acquisitions Program.

Skills

GIS & mapping

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in real estate, environmental studies, land use planning, conservation, or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District is seeking an Acquisitions Assistant to support land conservation efforts in Sonoma County. The role involves processing landowner applications, evaluating projects, and developing maps using GIS while collaborating with public partners and staff.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for conservation, experience with GIS, and strong communication skills, plus a bachelor's degree in a related field and a valid California