Wildland Conservation Program Lead

austintexas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Austin Water’s Environmental Conservation Program Manager will lead a newly formed Land Management Team in Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and Water Quality Protection Lands. You will plan and direct environmental program strategies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and develop policies and systems to strengthen organizational responsiveness.

This role builds staff, guides field programs, and partners to deliver ecological stewardship across diverse landscapes,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Life Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Planning, or related field with six years of related experience.
• Three years of lead or supervisory experience required; Master’s may substitute for up to two years.
• Experience managing programs, contracts, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate regulatory compliance issues with State and Federal environmental agencies.
• Manage and review programs and projects.
• Administer and market programs.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate program and resource budgets.
• Develop, manage, and administer contracts.
• Develop training for internal and external customers.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget planning

Communication

Data analysis

Training others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years experience

Job description

Austin Water’s Environmental Conservation Program Manager will lead a newly formed Land Management Team in Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and Water Quality Protection Lands. You will plan and direct environmental program strategies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and develop policies and systems to strengthen organizational responsiveness.

This role builds staff, guides field programs, and partners to deliver ecological stewardship across diverse landscapes,