Land Steward

Position: Land Steward

Status: Full Time – 40 Hours – Permanent – Non-exempt

Hourly Wage: $20.00 – $22.00/hr based on experience and qualifications

Reports To:  Recreation Manager

Responsibilities:

Support the Recreation Manager by working independently to identify and complete tasks that arise from regular inspections of the trailheads, preserves and trails on LTNA and LTNA partner properties. In addition, the Land Steward will support fund raising events by participating in the setup, support and cleanup of those events.

General:

• Monitor and maintain all recreation property primary and secondary trail heads and entrances keeping them properly signed, clean, and clear of trash and debris.
• Monitor and maintain pavilions for rental use.
• Monitor, mow and trim grass and weeds at selected pavilions and trailheads.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct volunteer work events on LTNA and LTNA partner Trails.
• Support the LTNA Trail Care Corps Program conducting orientation work events as needed.
• Assist with fund raising event preparation, setup and cleanup.
• Other duties as assigned

Property Stewardship:

• Assist with trail care tool and equipment maintenance, repair and replacement.
• Assist with minor maintenance of LTNA vehicles and trailers and off-road vehicles utilized in property management activities
• Safely prepare, use and store herbicides per industry guidelines
• Provide GPS data as needed in support of LTNA GIS database
• Assist with the timely monitoring and retrieval of data from trail counters
• Assist with the oversight of scout projects on recreation properties.
• Assist, as needed, other LTNA staff in the maintenance of the LTNA office
• Assist the Conservation Manager with property management tasks on non-recreational properties as needed
• Support additional tasks as identified and assigned by the Recreation Manager

Job Qualifications:

• Ability to consistently lift heavy objects of at least fifty pounds weight, hike long distances and work in a variety of terrains and weather conditions
• Basic mechanical abilities and familiarity using and maintaining battery, gas and hand operated tools and equipment
• Facility with reading and interpretation of surveys, assessors and topographical maps.
• A reliable vehicle with a valid Alabama State driver’s license and verifiable proof of auto insurance.
• Must be respectful and work well with a variety of people regardless of race, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, nationality, socioeconomic status, or ability.
• Self-directed, organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Available to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to encourage teamwork and work cooperatively with others. 
• Possesses practical computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@landtrustnal.org by October 29, 2026.