Easement Steward

The Nature Conservancy•Concord, NH

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Easement Steward is a regular, part-time position, (~17 hours per week) and is responsible for performing annual compliance monitoring inspections of assigned TNC Legal Interests from a suite of 45 Conservation Easements and 71 Deed Restrictions throughout New Hampshire. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today! The Easement Steward works collaboratively with and supports the Easement Program Manager with TNC’s compliance monitoring program in NH by: Implementing TNC standard monitoring procedures on assigned Conservation Easements, Deed Restrictions, and other Less-than-Fee Legal Interests: Become knowledgeable about property by reviewing baseline, previous monitoring reports, files, and review with Easement Program Manager Coordinate the monitoring of a suite of 60+ Great Bay Deed Restrictions held by TNC; this involves gaining knowledge of geographic context of these Great Bay projects, tracking level of monitoring visit, and leading annual/bi-annual debrief meetings with our partner agencies Coordinate with Landowner as appropriate, taking opportunities to maintain and strengthen these relationships Perform Monitoring site visit and capture observational notes, photographs, and GPS data Evaluate observed condition of property against allowed uses and restrictions of the Deed Restrictions and Conservation Easements Use TNC’s LAMS and ArcGISonline to enter monitoring information, process photographs and GPS data, and create Monitoring Reports Surface questions of non-compliance to Easement Program Manager and contribute perspective to resolution strategies

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in science-related field or related experience in land management.
Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. Lawn mower, chainsaw, GPS, Camera, Compass, Computer, Tablet or similar equipment).
Experience working in a team environment.
Experience working alone in remote locations.
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers."
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

Performing annual compliance monitoring inspections of assigned TNC Legal Interests from a suite of 45 Conservation Easements and 71 Deed Restrictions throughout New Hampshire.
Implementing TNC standard monitoring procedures on assigned Conservation Easements, Deed Restrictions, and other Less-than-Fee Legal Interests.
Becoming knowledgeable about property by reviewing baseline, previous monitoring reports, files, and review with Easement Program Manager.
Coordinating the monitoring of a suite of 60+ Great Bay Deed Restrictions held by TNC; this involves gaining knowledge of geographic context of these Great Bay projects, tracking level of monitoring visit, and leading annual/bi-annual debrief meetings with our partner agencies.
Coordinating with Landowner as appropriate, taking opportunities to maintain and strengthen these relationships.
Performing Monitoring site visits and capturing observational notes, photographs, and GPS data.
Evaluating observed condition of property against allowed uses and restrictions of the Deed Restrictions and Conservation Easements.
Using TNC’s LAMS and ArcGISonline to enter monitoring information, process photographs and GPS data, and create Monitoring Reports.
Surfacing questions of non-compliance to Easement Program Manager and contributing perspective to resolution strategies.