Conservation Land Manager

Job Description

As a Conservation Land Manager with the town of Sudbury, you will assist with management of town-owned conservation land and open space and assist with construction oversight for the Conservation Department.

Job duties include performing field reconnaissance, data collection, site inspections, land stewardship, education and volunteer outreach, and helping to keep conservation land safe and protected through oversight and enforcement of laws and regulations.

Typical qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, forestry, natural resources management or related field and two years of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license. Experience in wetland protection, land use management and/or experience in a municipal setting preferred.

Required knowledge/skills: familiarity with municipal government permitting, especially the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, ability to read and understand maps, construction drawings, and survey plans, use GPS and GIS applications, basic woodworking and carpentry skills.

Full pay range: $65,510–$86,165 per year (35 hours/week). Starting salary based on qualifications; typically in first half of range. The town currently utilizes a predetermined step system for annual pay increases. Sudbury also offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a pension and optional retirement savings accounts.