The Finger Lakes Land Trust is hiring a full-time land conservation specialist in Ithaca, with a salary range of $49,725 to $58,500 plus benefits.
The position will help protect land through purchases and conservation easements, working with landowners, public agencies and professionals involved in real estate transactions.
The specialist will support the organization's conservation director and project manager in carrying out land protection goals and policies. Work includes helping projects meet Land Trust Alliance standards and coordinating the steps needed to complete acquisitions.
Responsibilities include contacting landowners, tracking potential projects in Salesforce and LOCATE, participating in government meetings and workshops, and working with attorneys, surveyors, appraisers and other partners.
The job also involves writing grant narratives, supporting agricultural and forest conservation easements, evaluating source-water protection opportunities, and assisting with environmental hazard assessments and baseline documentation.
Applicants may qualify through a bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant work and volunteer experience. The trust is seeking strong writing, communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The position requires outdoor work in varying weather, frequent regional travel and a valid New York driver's license. An organization vehicle is available for much of that travel; occasional personal vehicle use is reimbursed.
Some evening and weekend work is required. Experience with acquisitions, conservation easements, real estate or planning is preferred, as is knowledge of local ecology and geographic information systems.
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Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Molly Corley at mollycorley@fllt.org, using the job title in the subject line. The Nov. 3 posting does not specify an application deadline.
The salary within the advertised range will depend on qualifications and experience, according to the posting.
The land trust says it has protected more than 35,000 acres through preserves and conservation easements. Its work focuses on habitat, water resources, connected natural areas and farmland, supported by 23 staff members and about 200 volunteers.
The full job posting describes the position and application requirements.
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