Land Protection Director — Remote Leadership

The Nature Conservancy (All); Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Land Protection at The Nature Conservancy may work from the Harrisburg, PA office or remotely within central or eastern Pennsylvania. The role leads land protection teams and oversees planning, coordination and implementation of a multi-tool program to safeguard critical lands in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

You will coordinate with government entities, conservation partners and donors, manage grants, and support capacity building for land trusts.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in natural resources management, conservation, business, law or another related field of study (required).
• At least 5 years’ experience in land conservation, real estate, law, business or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and implement a comprehensive land protection program for PA and DE.
• Oversee relationships and negotiations with government agencies and advisory committees.
• Solicit and monitor government funding for land acquisition and private fundraising.
• Lead donor field trips and support fundraising efforts as needed.
• Advise staff and partners on protection tools and their application; supervise staff and multiple projects.

Skills

People skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Project management

Tech literacy (GIS, databases)

Education

BA/BS in natural resources management or related field

Tools

GIS

Database management

Job description

The Director of Land Protection at The Nature Conservancy may work from the Harrisburg, PA office or remotely within central or eastern Pennsylvania. The role leads land protection teams and oversees planning, coordination and implementation of a multi-tool program to safeguard critical lands in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

You will coordinate with government entities, conservation partners and donors, manage grants, and support capacity building for land trusts.