
Website South Hero Land Trust
We at South Hero Land Trust believe in the transformative power of deep relationships with the land. It nourishes us, connects us to each other, and holds our hope for the future. We believe conservation goes beyond protecting land, encompassing a holistic approach to the relationship between land and community.
The Programs Coordinator position works to forge deep and meaningful relationships between community members and the land through education, public access, land stewardship, and support for local agriculture. The Coordinator is responsible for delivering dynamic, high quality, and integrated environmental interpretation and education, trail maintenance and construction, ecological restoration, and volunteer coordination.
As South Hero Land Trust is a small team working collaboratively, the Coordinator will also assist with land conservation, outreach, farm viability, fundraising, and other projects as needed. They will prioritize programs that engage people in our communities who have not traditionally been served by, engaged in, or moved by land conservation.
We are looking for someone who:
- Thrives in a collaborative environment, values community and relationships, and sees challenges as opportunities to innovate and grow.
- Is passionate about food and farms, caring for the land, supporting access to the outdoors, and fostering appreciation for the natural world.
- Finds joy as an outdoor educator for youth and adults
- Enjoys learning new skills and working collectively with fellow staff, partner organizations, and community members to grow the impact of our programs.
- Has reliable transportation and the ability to be present in the community.
- Is comfortable working outdoors on varied terrain, in a variety of weather conditions.
- Is self-reliant and able to stay productive, organized, and focused while working independently with minimal supervision.
South Hero Land Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages diversity of backgrounds and experiences. South Hero Land Trust recognizes and honors diverse cultures and traditions. We proactively seek employees for all aspects of our work from varied backgrounds for the greater enrichment of the organization.
It is the goal of South Hero Land Trust, and our projects and programs, to encourage involvement of groups that are historically underrepresented in land conservation. We strive to be an inclusive workspace. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any accommodations in order to participate fully. Contact us at [email protected] to notify us of any needs related to submitting your application materials.
Interest in the position and willingness to learn are more important than meeting all job qualifications. Since this position will be working closely with children, applicants must be able to pass a background check.
Schedule/Hours
The Programs Coordinator will be expected to be present during regular business hours, with occasional evening and weekend duties. As this position is field-based, remote work is only possible on a limited basis.
Salary & Benefits
32 Hours Per Week. Starting Annual Salary of $37,600. Benefits include paid vacation, holidays, & medical and dental insurance.
Application Information
Please email [email protected] and a summary of who you are, and why you would be a good fit for this position, in the form of a cover letter, resume, and three references. Please submit applications by March 1, 2025. Target start date for the position is mid-April.
To apply for this job please visit www.shlt.org.