Restoration Field Operations Manager – Outdoor Habitat Lead

Big Sur Land Trust; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

HSA contributions

Job summary

Big Sur Land Trust in Salinas, California, seeks a Restoration Field Operations Manager to lead day-to-day stewardship of 67 acres of wetlands, grasslands, and upland habitats within Ensen Community Park. This hands-on role combines habitat restoration, field operations, and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will supervise crews, coordinate contractors and volunteers, and monitor restoration performance using GIS/GPS while prioritizing safety and long-term conservation success.

Qualifications

• Experience in habitat restoration or land management required.
• Knowledge of ecological restoration principles and vegetation management.
• Experience operating and maintaining irrigation systems.
• Ability to supervise crews and coordinate contractors.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead habitat restoration and vegetation management activities.
• Coordinate contractors, field crews, and volunteers.
• Manage and maintain a large-scale irrigation system.
• Monitor site conditions and restoration performance using GIS/GPS and field-based assessments.
• Identify and address invasive species.
• Support community stewardship and partnership efforts.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with restoration goals.

Skills

Habitat restoration

Crew supervision

Irrigation systems

GIS/GPS tools

Field monitoring

Spanish language (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

GIS

GPS

Job description

Big Sur Land Trust in Salinas, California, seeks a Restoration Field Operations Manager to lead day-to-day stewardship of 67 acres of wetlands, grasslands, and upland habitats within Ensen Community Park. This hands-on role combines habitat restoration, field operations, and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will supervise crews, coordinate contractors and volunteers, and monitor restoration performance using GIS/GPS while prioritizing safety and long-term conservation success.