Full-time Land Manager Urban Ecology Center

Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 24 days annually

Health insurance

3% 403(b) match

Holiday leave

Discounts

Job summary

Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies seeks a Land Manager for the Menomonee Valley site in Milwaukee. You will oversee habitat quality, biodiversity, and recreation across 24 acres of brownfield natural area, ensuring responsible stewardship and resilient ecosystems.

You will supervise volunteers, summer interns, and mentors, coordinating with multiple center sites while engaging the community in land stewardship. This is a full-time, in-person role with seasonal weather considerations.

Responsibilities

• Manage habitat quality, biodiversity, and recreation for 24 acres of brownfield natural area in Menomonee Valley.
• Supervise volunteers, community members, summer interns, and mentors as Land Steward.
• Coordinate activities across multiple center sites (Riverside Park and Washington Park) and travel between locations.
• Engage community through land stewardship programs and outreach.

Job description

As the Land Manager at Menomonee Valley, you will manage the habitat quality, biodiversity, and recreation of 24 acres of brown field natural area within the Menomonee Valley Three Bridges Park branch managed lands. You will also maintain the Urban Ecology Center’s building gardens and engage the community in land stewardship efforts. This person supervises and works alongside volunteers, community members, summer interns, and mentors the Land Steward.

Compensation

$46,000-$48,000 annually

Benefits

Our full-time employees receive 24 PTO days annually (29+ following Year 1 of employment) plus 7 paid organizational holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance with above-average employer premium contributions, a 3% match on our 403(b) retirement plan, program registration and facility rental discounts, plus a strong commitment to work/life balance and great organizational culture. Additional benefits will be outlined in the hiring process.

Application Due Date

October 10, 2026

Intended Start Date

November 9th, 2026

Location

Menomonee Valley branch, Milwaukee, WI (in-person)

Condition and Location

Work is done indoors and outdoors throughout the seasons, and in a variety of weather conditions. Outdoor work is up to 90% of the time.
Primarily based out of the Menomonee Valley branch location, and may be asked to work at multiple Center sites as needed. Responsible for traveling to and between branch locations of Riverside Park and Washington Park.
Some work may involve potential exposure to hazards.

Schedule

Mostly weekday, daytime hours, though some evening and weekend work hours are required.

Equipment Used

Small machines (lawnmower, weed whip and water pumps), sprayers and hand tools.