Conservation Easement Specialist

Job Summary
The Conservation Easement Specialist plays a vital role in managing and monitoring conservation easements to ensure the protection and sustainable use of natural resources. This position involves conducting field assessments, analyzing environmental data, and ensuring compliance with legal and ecological standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, land management, or related fields, with proficiency in GIS and ecological restoration techniques. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to environmental conservation efforts through detailed research, data collection, and analysis.

Duties

• Conduct on-site inspections of conservation easements to assess land condition and compliance with legal agreements
• Collect and analyze ecological data related to plant health, tree care, and habitat quality
• Utilize GPS and ArcGIS (including ArcGIS software) for mapping and spatial analysis of land features
• Research environmental laws, regulations, and best practices relevant to conservation easements
• Perform ecological restoration activities to maintain or improve habitat quality
• Document findings through detailed reports and maintain accurate records of land conditions and changes over time
• Collaborate with landowners, government agencies, and environmental organizations to support conservation goals
• Assist in developing management plans that incorporate horticulture, farming practices, and sustainable land use

Skills

• Proficiency in GIS tools such as ArcGIS and GPS technology for mapping and spatial analysis
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, tree care, farming, and ecological restoration techniques
• Excellent data collection skills with the ability to analyze complex environmental datasets
• Research skills to stay informed about environmental law, land management policies, and conservation strategies
• Analysis skills for interpreting ecological data and making informed recommendations
• Experience with agriculture practices and understanding of sustainable land use principles
• Familiarity with environmental law related to conservation easements
• Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects and maintaining detailed records

This position is ideal for individuals passionate about environmental preservation, land management, and ecological research. Candidates should possess a combination of technical expertise in GIS, ecology, law, or related fields to effectively support conservation initiatives.

Pay: $66,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Land management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Monterey, CA 93940 (Required)

Work Location: In person