Stewardship & Outreach Manager

Stewardship & Outreach Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Downeast Lakes Land Trust (DLLT) Stewardship & Outreach Manager collaborates with the Executive Director, Advisory Committees, other staff members, and the Board of Directors to enhance the value of DLLT’s 58,220-acre community forest for conservation, economic, and recreational purposes. The Manager exhibits strong field skills and a dedication to sustainable natural resource conservation, along with abilities to positively engage and support DLLT’s community. This position is directly supervised by the Executive Director and guided by Board Committees. It encompasses a mix of practical hands-on tasks, office planning, and public-facing responsibilities.

The Stewardship & Outreach Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the community forest, including recreational infrastructure and public engagement activities. This position will work closely with DLLT’s forester to complete annual stewardship reports.

The Manager is a public face of the organization in the community and to statewide conservation groups. They must display the highest standards of professionalism, cooperation, integrity, and enthusiasm and maintain positive relationships with fellow staff, community members, contractors, and our many forestry and conservation partners.

This position is full-time and requires working occasional evenings and weekends, as well as travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Data collection, data management, and map creation, along with knowledge of GIS software like ArcGIS, QGIS, or other industry-standard platforms.
  • Effective communication with partners, contractors, funders, and our community regarding conservation efforts.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Proven track record in managing projects from start to finish, including budgeting, timelines, and permitting processes.
  • Ability to collaborate with people to achieve common goals.
  • Experience and willingness to conduct field work in variable and adverse weather conditions.
  • Prior experience working with a nonprofit organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Administrative

  • Create an annual Community Forest stewardship plan and budget
  • Ensure timely reporting for stewardship-related activities
  • Seek funding for special projects through grant writing and other pathways

Infrastructure Maintenance

  • Assist in the development of a road maintenance plan that includes grading schedule and scheduled closures for mud season
  • Maintain campsites, hiking trails, and signage throughout the community forest
  • Ensure compliance with conservation easements

Forest & Wildlife Habitat Management

  • Assist the Forester in operations, compliance, and monitoring.
  • Oversee invasive species removal efforts throughout the community forest and neighboring communities

Community Engagement

  • Ability to create clear, concise, and engaging content - in print and on social media.
  • Recruit, hire, and supervise summer technicians/interns to assist with forest stewardship and community engagement
  • Develop and maintain a volunteer group to assist with stewardship-related activities
  • Promote the activities of Downeast Lakes Land Trust through various outreach channels such as newsletters, social media, and other-related platforms
  • Create opportunities for the community to engage in Trust activities through youth programming and other public events.

Other Tasks as assigned

  • Collaborate with DLLT staff ensure organizations overall success

SALARY & BENEFITS

The starting salary range offered for this position is $52,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience. The Downeast Lakes Land Trust offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a health savings account, retirement benefits, annual leave, and sick leave.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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