New York Trails & Greenways Leader

Trust for Public Land; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 111.000 - 130.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and sick pay plus holidays

Year-end office closure

403(b) retirement plan with up to 7%公司

Resumo da vaga

The Trust for Public Land in New York seeks a strategic NYS Trails Director to lead a portfolio of major trail and greenway projects, including Long Island Greenway and QueensWay, partnering with government and philanthropy to advance sustainable infrastructure.

You will set program direction, manage a small team and consultants, and build coalitions across municipal, state, and federal levels to secure funding and approvals for high-impact public spaces.

Qualificações

• 11+ years leading complex public infrastructure, planning, or capital projects—trails, parks, transportation, or open space experience.
• Strong political and interpersonal skills, with experience navigating multiple levels of government and complex approval processes.
• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree in planning, public administration, engineering, or related field is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and oversee implementation of NYS trails/greenways strategy and funding plans.
• Government & Partnership Strategy: Build and sustain relationships with municipal, county, state, and federal agencies and elected officials.
• Project Development & Delivery: Lead major trail/greenway projects from concept to construction, supervising teams and budgets.
• Funding & Resource Development: Create funding strategies with public grants and philanthropic partnerships.
• External Representation: Represent TPL’s trails work with officials, funders, media, and community stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

Strategic leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Stakeholder engagement

Policy navigation

Project management

Formação

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in planning/public administration/engineering or related field

Descrição da vaga

The Trust for Public Land in New York seeks a strategic NYS Trails Director to lead a portfolio of major trail and greenway projects, including Long Island Greenway and QueensWay, partnering with government and philanthropy to advance sustainable infrastructure.

You will set program direction, manage a small team and consultants, and build coalitions across municipal, state, and federal levels to secure funding and approvals for high-impact public spaces.