Job Opening

Land Protection and Stewardship Coordinator, North Branch Land Trust

Deadline: Open until filled

North Branch Land Trust (NBLT), an accredited land trust, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Land Protection and Stewardship Coordinator. Formed in 1993, NBLT’s mission is to conserve the scenic, natural, and working landscapes that sustain us including forests, wildlife habitat, watersheds, farmland, scenic viewsheds, critical urban fringe open space, and other natural areas. NBLT also works with communities to develop smart growth strategies for the benefit of their citizens. Serving most of Northeastern Pennsylvania and specifically the watershed of the North Branch of the Susquehanna River, NBLT has conserved 11,000 acres through 46 conservation easements and 5 fee acquisitions.

The Land Protection and Stewardship Coordinator (LPSC) has two responsibilities: Implementation of the Trust’s land conservation program and stewardship of conservation easements and fee lands. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with land protection tools such as conservation easements and land use planning, a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or related field, strong communication and organizational skills, strong computer skills including ArcGIS software, and GPS data collection. The candidate must have his/her own vehicle for daily travel and be able to work independently as well as on a team. Based in Trucksville, PA. Flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, medical coverage, generous vacation package, 403(b) retirement plan. Salary range $28K to $38K depending on experience (40 plus hour week). Submit cover letter, résumé, and references to info@nblt.org. Subject: LPSC Search. Additional job information can be found at www.nblt.org under “News.