Head of Land Conservation & Stewardship

Child Care Aware; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance stipend

3% Simple IRA retirement match

10 holidays

10 days paid time off

Phone and computer stipend

Job summary

Capital Region Land Conservancy is seeking a Director of Land Conservation to oversee easement acquisition, stewardship, and enforcement for CRLC’s expanded service area, including coordination with the Executive Director and staff.

The role leads a team and partners with landowners, attorneys, and boards to implement CRLC’s mission while ensuring policy compliance and effective land protection across the Richmond region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Land Planning, Real Estate or related field.
• 7-10 years of successful experience at a land trust or related work.
• Valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle.
• Live within the Richmond region.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Conservancy’s conservation easement acquisition program from application to recordation and oversee ongoing stewardship.
• Coordinate with Deputy Director to oversee fee simple acquisitions and dispositions.
• Prepare documentation for Board approval and convene Easement/Owned Land Committee meetings.
• Oversee baseline documentation reports and land management plans.
• Negotiate with landowners on measurable and enforceable restrictions.
• Collaborate with landowner attorneys, appraisers, tax brokers and other professionals.
• Support balance between conservation and development across the Richmond region.
• Assist with grant program requirements and accreditation processes.
• Oversee and enforce compliance with deeds and easements.
• Develop and maintain CRLC policies and processes.

Skills

Land protection

Stakeholder engagement

Management

Communication

Remote team leadership

Legal coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Landscape (software)

GPS technology

Job description

Capital Region Land Conservancy is seeking a Director of Land Conservation to oversee easement acquisition, stewardship, and enforcement for CRLC’s expanded service area, including coordination with the Executive Director and staff.

The role leads a team and partners with landowners, attorneys, and boards to implement CRLC’s mission while ensuring policy compliance and effective land protection across the Richmond region.