Jobs

Trust for Public Land

Senior Project Associate

The Trust for Public Land, a national non-profit dedicated to the preservation of land for people to enjoy as parks, gardens and natural lands, has an opening in its Portland, ME office for a Senior Project Associate. This position provides project coordination and administrative support to the project management staff engaged in land conservation.

Responsibilities include: Assisting in project research, coordination of appraisals and environmental assessments; drafting correspondence, funding proposals and other project related documents; assisting with outreach functions; performing landowner, project and legal research and coordinating budget and legal functions.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in environmental sciences, planning, land use issues or related fields; advanced computer literacy; experience with property mapping and legal descriptions; an understanding of the basics of negotiation and the financial elements of transactions. A background in real estate preferred. Some travel may be required.

Send resumes to jobs2@tpl.org

Maine Natural Areas Program

Biology Specialist (Assistant Ecologist)

The Bureau of Geology and Natural Areas has a Biology Specialist vacancy in Augusta. The Maine Natural Areas Program is a division of the Maine Department of Conservation. MNAP staff conducts ongoing statewide inventories and monitoring efforts to document the location, condition and status of Maine’s biota. The program maintains a comprehensive data management system consisting of computer, map and manual files used primarily for planning and protection efforts.

Brief Job Description: The Biology Specialist will assist with the Natural Heritage Data management system, ecological inventory, conservation planning, environmental review, and tasks as needed.
Primary responsibilities include:

 Assisting ecologists with landscape analysis, data analysis, landowner contact, and conservation planning for rare species, natural communities, and ecosystems.
 Transcribing information describing locations and biological status of rare plants, natural communities, and other features and entering data into computer files;
 Responding to information requests, including various types of environmental review from local, state, and federal agencies and organizations;
 Providing GIS technical assistance;
 Assisting with the administration of active grants and contracts;
 Supervising interns involved with information management and environmental review; and
 Assisting with daily office operations and special projects as needed.

For information regarding job specifics, please contact Molly Docherty, Director, Maine Natural Areas Program, at 207-287-8045.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree in Biology or related science field and six months of biological related experience. Comparable work experience may be substituted for education requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Preference will be given to candidates with strong computer skills and exposure to data management. Experience with Natural Heritage System methodology, topographic maps, and the computer programs ArcGIS, ArcView, and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access is desirable. Candidate should have strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong communication skills, the ability to set priorities and organize time effectively, the ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure, and a willingness to work in an office environment.

Application Process: A completed State of Maine Direct Hire Application, resume and a cover letter addressing the qualifications and responsibilities of this position must be received by 5:00 p.m., July 9, 2009. Please mail to: Carmen Welch, Natural Resources Service Center, 155 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04330-0155. Direct Hire Application forms: http://www.maine.gov/bhr/state_jobs/how_to/direct.htm or contact Carmen Welch at 287-4997.

Medomak Valley Land Trust

Outreach and Stewardship Specialist

MVLT seeks a dependable and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Outreach and Stewardship Specialist (OSS). The OSS will work to raise awareness and knowledge of the Medomak River through outreach, educational and stewardship activities.

Medomak Valley Land Trust (MVLT) was founded in 1991 to promote and preserve the natural, recreational, and scenic character and traditional land uses of the Medomak River watershed for the benefit of the Medomak Valley and Muscongus Bay community. The watershed’s 90,000 acres encompass parts of 13 towns. To date we have conserved over 2,750 acres of land through conservation easements, donations, and fee acquisition.

Activities include working with MVLT’s Outreach Committee to recruit additional volunteers, promoting a community trail program that increases community involvement in MVLT, and enhancing the systems and organization of MVLT’s volunteer Stewardship program to promote its self-sufficiency. The OSS will also work to raise awareness and knowledge of the Medomak River through educational programs and outreach activities – coordinating a Conservation Forum, a “photograph our towns” exhibit, continuing presentations of “Wings over the Watershed,” organizing trail coalition meetings, and developing outreach materials for other activities. 25 percent of time will be devoted to working with the Alewife Restoration Project on fish counting and fishway development and approximately 30% of time will be spent on fieldwork.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality work; have computer, writing and public speaking skills; and be interested in the outdoors and land conservation. This is an 11 to 12 month AmeriCorps position. Salary: $11,400, plus health care and child care benefits and a $4,725 education award on completion of service.

To apply: send letter of interest and resume to Liz Petruska, Medomak Valley Land Trust, P.O. Box 180, Waldoboro, ME 04572, or by email at mvlt@midcoast.com. A more detailed description of the position can be found at www.medomakvalley.org.

Three Rivers Land Trust

Independent Contractor

The Three Rivers Land Trust, located in York County, Maine, is looking for a person to work on a contract basis to initiate funding applications for several farmland protection projects. The applicant needs experience in land conservation work and good personal and writing skills. Please submit resumes to Three Rivers Land Trust by July 15. Send written materials to PO Box 906, Acton ME 04001, electronic materials to President Carl Davis at carldavis@metrocast.net .

For more information contact Carl Davis by email.

York Land Trust, Inc.

Stewardship Director

The York Land Trust, a non-profit land conservation organization working in the greater York, Maine area seeks a part-time (20 hours per week) Stewardship Director. The Stewardship Director is responsible for monitoring and enforcement of conservation easements, management activities on protected properties, and leading volunteer efforts to build trails and care for preserved lands. Ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in natural resource management, land stewardship or outdoor recreation areas/trails management. Must be able to communicate effectively and work independently. Good map and compass skills required. GIS and knowledge of conservation easements, preferred. Carpentry skills, a plus. Some weekends required. Competitive salary and benefits.

Send cover letter and resume by July 1, to Doreen MacGillis, Executive Director, York Land Trust, P.O. Box 1241, York Harbor, ME 03911, E-mail: info@yorklandtrust.org.

Maine Coast Heritage Trust

Director of Development

Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) conserves and stewards Maine’s coastal lands and islands for their renowned scenic beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, ecological diversity and working landscapes. MCHT promotes the conservation of natural places statewide by working with land trusts, communities and other partners. Founded in 1970, MCHT is a leader in the land trust movement, and has consistently pioneered new conservation techniques, protecting more than 130,000 acres in Maine, including more than 275 coastal islands.

The success and the stability of the organization in terms of resources has been made possible in large part by its generous and loyal donors. MHCT continues to be on track this year for its funding goals, positioning the organization well for its conservation leadership role.

To maintain this momentum and further create excellence in the fundraising process, MCHT is seeking a full-time Director of Development to be based in its Topsham office. This is a unique opportunity to work and live in one of the most pristine and treasured settings in America today, while directly impacting the preservation of this natural landscape. The Director will be a member of MCHT’s senior management team, reporting to the President, and working closely with the Board of Directors, advisory council, and other volunteer leaders.

Among the chief responsibilities of the position are: expanding the donor base and gifts to MCHT; enhancing and expanding the involvement of volunteer leaders within the organization; and, managing the Development Department and its staff to improve processes and implement best practices. At least 5 years of increasing responsibility and proven experience in fundraising management and a successful track record in the program areas of major gifts, planned giving, annual giving, and foundation support are required.

Please send cover letter and resume to Barbara Weener, Lois L. Lindauer Searches, bweener@lllsearches.com