Land Conservation Project Manager, Rivers Program

Trust for Public Land; Twin Lakes (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Trust for Public Land in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager to advance land conservation initiatives along rivers, watersheds, and public lands. You will manage real estate transactions from identification to closing, working with public partners, tribal nations, and communities.

The role requires strong organization, travel in the upper Midwest, and the ability to coordinate with legal, finance, and appraisal professionals to deliver projects that protect lands for generations.

Qualifications

• Five years of project management in land conservation real estate or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.
• Ability to work with public agencies, tribal nations, and communities.
• Wamiliarity with grant administration and budgeting responsibilities.
• Willingness to travel in Minnesota and the upper Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Identify, negotiate, document, and close real estate transactions with partners.
• Manage multiple land protection projects within schedule and budget.
• Develop and maintain a portfolio of conservation opportunities.
• Build budgets and secure financing for land acquisitions.
• Coordinate with attorneys, appraisers, surveyors, and consultants.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting

Grant administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Trust for Public Land in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager to advance land conservation initiatives along rivers, watersheds, and public lands. You will manage real estate transactions from identification to closing, working with public partners, tribal nations, and communities.

The role requires strong organization, travel in the upper Midwest, and the ability to coordinate with legal, finance, and appraisal professionals to deliver projects that protect lands for generations.