We’re Hiring a Stewardship Assistant

Rhododendron Macrophyllum in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor by Wendy Feltham.

Jefferson Land Trust is seeking an organized, collaborative, detail-oriented professional as our Stewardship Assistant.

At Jefferson Land Trust our team members adhere to our mission and are committed to conservation, demonstrating a passion for protecting natural habitat, farmland, forests, and scenic open spaces.

We embrace a people-first approach and appreciate and encourage the talents and passion of our employees. We strive to hire great people and keep them interested, empowered, and fulfilled. We value equity, respect, accountability, creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

Position Summary
The Stewardship Assistant provides support to our Stewardship Team, with a focus on the administrative and field-based stewardship of the conservation easements the Land Trust holds. It is a full-time, non-exempt position and is benefit eligible. Wages are $20.00 to $22.00 per hour.

Jefferson Land Trust requests its employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (barring any approved medical or religious exemptions).

To Apply

1. Your complete application includes a cover letter, resume, and 1-page writing sample describing the ecological features of a natural area near you that you appreciate
2. Please send your application to jobs@saveland.org with the subject: Stewardship Assistant.
3. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by midnight, February 8, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement
At Jefferson Land Trust, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

For the complete position description, please click here.

Thank you!