Director of Conservation & Watershed Leadership

Salón Večná kráska; Holderness (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IRA 3% Match

Health Comprehensive

Dental Comprehensive

Life & disability insurance

Paid Time Off 27 days

Paid Holidays 8 holidays

Job summary

Squam Lakes Association is seeking a Director of Conservation in Holderness, NH for full-time, benefited employment. The DOC will implement the Squam Lakes Watershed Plan, supervise the Lakes Region Conservation Corps AmeriCorps members, and oversee invasive species control and water quality programs.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration with staff and partner organizations to conserve the Squam Lakes watershed.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Experience supervising conservation programs or staff in a land trust, government, or conservancy setting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with diverse stakeholders and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Squam Lakes Watershed Plan and oversee related conservation initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise LRCC AmeriCorps members and volunteers.
• Oversee milfoil eradication and invasive species control programs.
• Coordinate with partner groups to ensure a conservation voice in SLA activities.
• Write and manage conservation grants and cost share agreements.

Skills

Conservation planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Grant writing

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Biology/Conservation

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Database tools

Job description

Squam Lakes Association is seeking a Director of Conservation in Holderness, NH for full-time, benefited employment. The DOC will implement the Squam Lakes Watershed Plan, supervise the Lakes Region Conservation Corps AmeriCorps members, and oversee invasive species control and water quality programs.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration with staff and partner organizations to conserve the Squam Lakes watershed.