Trails & Natural Lands Manager - Lead Stewardship

Thomas Jefferson Foundation; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Fitness club membership

Cafe/Shop discount at Monticello

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

$500 referral bonus

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson Foundation in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Trails and Natural Lands Manager to lead a team maintaining Saunders Monticello Trail and related trail systems. You will implement invasive species control, plant natives, and maintain a sustainable landscape across public lands and leased properties.

The role requires strong horticultural knowledge, experience in grounds management, and ability to supervise staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Four-year college education preferred in a related field.
• Ability to obtain Virginia Pesticide Applicator’s license within 6 months of hire.
• Strong knowledge of soils, fertilizers, pests and their control (IPM).
• Experience in grounds maintenance and forest management tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trails and open spaces to keep areas safe and aesthetically pleasing.
• Plan and execute land management practices, including invasive species removal.
• Safely operate equipment to improve task efficiency and staff productivity.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair structures and surfaces; manage debris removal.
• Hire, train and supervise staff and volunteers; oversee daily work schedules.
• Assist with budget development, management, and record-keeping.
• Build relationships with donors and partner organizations to secure funding and support.
• Assist with snow removal and storm cleanup as needed.
• Coordinate work with Monticello grounds team and external collaborators.

Skills

Horticultural skills

Soil knowledge

Pest management

Public speaking

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Chainsaws

Tractors

Mowers

Pesticide application equipment

Irrigation systems

Job description

Thomas Jefferson Foundation in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Trails and Natural Lands Manager to lead a team maintaining Saunders Monticello Trail and related trail systems. You will implement invasive species control, plant natives, and maintain a sustainable landscape across public lands and leased properties.

The role requires strong horticultural knowledge, experience in grounds management, and ability to supervise staff and volunteers.