Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust, Inc.
- Salary/Compensation: $60,000–$75,000 per year
- Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
- Starting Date: After June 1, 2025
- Hours per Week: At least 36
- Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, environmental science, or related field
- Experience Required: At least 3 years in land conservation or a related field
Essential Functions:
Project Management
- Lead land protection projects (fee acquisitions and conservation easements)
- Oversee due diligence, budgeting, legal documentation, and timelines
- Collaborate with the Stewardship Team for project transitions
Community and Partner Engagement
- Build trust with deedholders, municipalities, Indigenous partners, and stakeholders
- Support the Land Justice Team’s equity-based initiatives
- Represent Mount Grace at events, site visits, and community meetings
Fundraising and Grant Management
- Write and manage conservation-related grants
- Secure project funding from state agencies and private foundations
- Track budgets and reporting timelines
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Experience with conservation transactions and relationship-building
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; knowledge of ArcGIS and land conservation databases a plus
- Understanding of Massachusetts land funding sources preferred
Benefits:
- Flexible 36-hour work week
- 5 weeks PTO
- Health insurance, Simple IRA, and sabbatical policy
- Hybrid work model (2–3 days/week in Athol office)
To Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to: wilson@mountgrace.org
Contact: Elizabeth Wilson (preferred), wilson@mountgrace.org
About the Organization: Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust is an accredited, community-focused land trust serving 23 towns in North Central Massachusetts since 1986. They are committed to land stewardship, collaboration, and social equity in conservation.
To apply for this job please visit www.mountgrace.org.