Regional Conservation Leader

State-of-Georgi; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia seeks a Conservation Regional Manager for the Department of Agriculture. The role oversees regional office operations, supervises staff, and ensures compliance with state conservation programs while fostering partnerships with landowners and districts.

Travel regionally, lead erosion control initiatives, and guide districts in plans of work. A bachelor's in environmental-related field and 2–3 years in conservation are required; driver’s license mandatory.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and staff/budget management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to interpret state policies and open meeting laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regional office operations and staff.
• Liaise with local Conservation Districts and ensure compliance with policies.
• Oversee erosion and sediment control programs and open meeting law compliance.
• Support landowners and agricultural producers through partnerships.
• Travel regionally and provide program support where needed.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Budget management

Communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Conservation/Natural Resources

Related field experience

Job description

State of Georgia seeks a Conservation Regional Manager for the Department of Agriculture. The role oversees regional office operations, supervises staff, and ensures compliance with state conservation programs while fostering partnerships with landowners and districts.

Travel regionally, lead erosion control initiatives, and guide districts in plans of work. A bachelor's in environmental-related field and 2–3 years in conservation are required; driver’s license mandatory.