Job Opportunities
Members of the Montana Association of Land Trusts have occasional job openings within the land trusts. Any current employment opportunities are listed below, with a link to the land trust and more information about the job opening.Lands Program Apprentice, Gallatin Valley Land Trust
GVLT seeks a Lands Program Apprentice to support land protection efforts during the field season of 2008. The Apprentice will provide office and field support to the Stewardship Coordinator with annual monitoring of conservation easement properties, and to the Land Protection Specialist with creation of new conservation easements. The Apprentice will provide assistance with property monitoring in the field, management of paper and electronic files and data, GIS data management and cartography, and as needed, the preparation of baseline documentation and completion of due diligence. The position is half-time, 18 weeks long during the field season of 2008. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Lands Apprentice Search, landtrust@gvlt.org. No phone calls please. EOE. Download Position Description (96KB PDF)
Director of Government Relations, The Nature Conservancy in Montana
The Nature Conservancy in Montana is seeking a Director of Government Relations to plan, implement and coordinate a comprehensive program to affect government policy and legislation at all levels to further the Conservancy's mission of preserving biological diversity. S/he lobbies federal and state government officials and employees which includes regular contact with local, county, state and federal officials regarding matters pertaining to administrative and legislative actions related to the mission of the Conservancy and fund raising activity to increase the level of financial support for Conservancy projects and priorities; requires travel to Washington D.C. as well as within the State of Montana. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government relations or related field and 5-7 years experience, including experience working with legislative or campaign issues as they relate to conservation. Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable. Master's degree preferred. Knowledge of both state and federal political, socio-economic and conservation trends and issues essential. Full job description available at www.nature.org/careers. Send resume and cover letter to mtjobs@tnc.org. Position open until filled. Location: Helena, Montana, preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. EOE
Executive Director, Teton Regional Land Trust, Driggs, Idaho
Teton Regional Land Trust (TRLT) seeks a skilled, dynamic, and collaborative leader to direct the land trust and manage an experienced ten-person staff. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in individual and foundation fundraising; exceptional leadership, team-building, and mentoring skills; and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in financial management, strategic planning and implementation, and collaboration with a non-profit board is essential. TRLT works closely with a wide range of constituents, from farmers and ranchers to second home owners to public agencies, so the executive director must be able to interact successfully with a variety of partners. A working knowledge of conservation tools is preferred; familiarity with the Upper Snake River watershed in Idaho is beneficial. Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Search Committee at info@tetonlandtrust.org or P.O. Box 247, Driggs, ID 83422. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Download Position Description (752KB PDF). More information about the land trust can be found at www.tetonlandtrust.org.
"Trail Boss" Intern, Gallatin Valley Land Trust
"Trail Boss" Intern will implement Gallatin Valley Land Trust Adopt A Trail program under the direction of the Trail Program Coordinator. Maintain positive relationships with and provide technical assistance to diverse civic groups providing volunteer trail maintenance efforts. Oversee work crews from Montana Conservation Corps for 3-5 weeks. Conduct annual monitoring of trail improvements. Perform various mapping projects using ArcGIS, integrating GPS and digital photography. Desired start date is May 12, 2008. To apply, send resume and cover letter to Intern Search, Gallatin Valley Land Trust, PO Box 7021, Bozeman, MT 59771-7021, or to landtrusts@gvlt.org. No phone calls please. EOE. Download Position Description (24KB PDF)
