What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Project Manager OR Senior Conservation Project Manager position at Eagle County Government?
Conservation Project Manager: $76,029-$91,235. The maximum pay for this position is $106,441.
Senior Conservation Project Manager: $81,926-$100,359. The maximum pay for this position is $118,792.
Eagle County Government is seeking a Conservation Project Manager to join our team. This is a single position with flexibility to hire at the Conservation Project Manager or Senior Conservation Project Manager level, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule: M-F 8-4:30, occassional evening or weekend
Applicants are encouraged to apply by Oct 15th; however, the posting will be kept open until filled.
Protect the landscapes you love! Eagle County's Open Space and Natural Resources team is seeking a passionate and driven Conservation Project Manager to help us preserve and protect the stunning natural beauty of Eagle County.
This is your chance to play a direct role in acquiring and managing critical open spaces, from negotiating land deals to leading on-the-ground conservation projects.
What You’ll Do
View the full job description for Senior Conservation Project Manager here
Conservation Project Manager
This role is perfect for a skilled professional ready to manage key conservation projects and transactions
This role is designed for an experienced leader capable of handling complex, high-stakes negotiations and projects with greater autonomy
Senior Conservation Project Manager: $81,926-$100,359. The maximum pay for this position is $118,792.
Eagle County Government is seeking a Conservation Project Manager to join our team. This is a single position with flexibility to hire at the Conservation Project Manager or Senior Conservation Project Manager level, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule: M-F 8-4:30, occassional evening or weekend
Applicants are encouraged to apply by Oct 15th; however, the posting will be kept open until filled.
Protect the landscapes you love! Eagle County's Open Space and Natural Resources team is seeking a passionate and driven Conservation Project Manager to help us preserve and protect the stunning natural beauty of Eagle County.
This is your chance to play a direct role in acquiring and managing critical open spaces, from negotiating land deals to leading on-the-ground conservation projects.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Land & Easement Acquisitions (60%): You'll be at the forefront of identifying, negotiating, and acquiring vital properties to add to our open space network. This includes managing everything from appraisals to closing.
- Build Strategic Partnerships (25%): Collaborate with landowners, government agencies, non-profits, and community groups to achieve shared conservation goals.
- Secure Funding (5%): Write and manage grants to fund land acquisitions, restoration projects, and stewardship initiatives.
- Manage Conservation Projects (5%): Oversee projects that protect biodiversity, restore native ecosystems, and improve ecological health.
View the full job description for Senior Conservation Project Manager here
Conservation Project Manager
This role is perfect for a skilled professional ready to manage key conservation projects and transactions
- Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in ecology, landscape ecology, natural resources, restoration ecology, water resources, project management, or a related field, and 3 or more years’ experience performing project management-related projects. Experience preferred with conservation real estate transactions, real estate, or law. Additional preference with leading collaboration and partnerships, grant writing and administration, and contracting.
- You will: Manage due diligence, assist with negotiations, build partner relationships, and coordinate conservation projects with guidance from senior staff.
- Ideal Candidate: You are an organized, proactive project manager with a solid foundation in conservation principles and real estate transactions.
This role is designed for an experienced leader capable of handling complex, high-stakes negotiations and projects with greater autonomy
- Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in ecology, landscape ecology, natural resources, restoration ecology, water resources, project management, or a related field, and 4 or more years’ experience performing project management-related projects. Experience preferred with conservation real estate transactions, real estate, or law. Additional preference with leading collaboration and partnerships, grant writing and administration, and contracting.
- You will: Independently lead complex negotiations, represent the County in high-level public and private meetings, manage sophisticated contracts, and mentor team members.
- Ideal Candidate: You are a seasoned negotiator and strategist with deep expertise in conservation deals, grant administration, and multi-partner collaboration.
- A Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Conservation, Ecology, Project Management, or a related field.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- A deep appreciation and working knowledge of Western Colorado's landscapes, culture, and communities.
- Familiarity with local county governments, town governments, recreational and outdoor activity constituencies, prominent civic groups and other key stakeholder groups.
- A valid Driver’s License.
Salary : $76,029 - $91,235
