Community Projects Manager
Columbia Land Conservancy
Chatham, New York
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Salary | $65,000 per year |
| Benefits | Benefit-eligible |
| Deadline | Aug 10, 2026 |
| Min. Experience | 2 - 4 years |
About the Columbia Land Conservancy
The Columbia Land Conservancy (CLC) brings people together to conserve, appreciate, and enjoy land. For 40 years, CLC has collaborated with individuals, communities, and partners to ensure Columbia County is a beautiful, livable, resilient place.
The Columbia Land Conservancy is open to people of all ideas and backgrounds. We value diverse viewpoints and experiences. We strive to build a healthy workplace, provide equitable access to and meaningful connections with the land, and strengthen our community. Our values that guide decision-making include incorporating many voices and perspectives, learning from the past while preparing for the future, and believing that everyone deserves access to land.
Position Summary
The Community Projects Manager will work with the Conservation Team to advance CLC’s mission by supporting local municipalities and community groups in implementing the Plan to Conserve Columbia County. This is a role for someone who is enthusiastic about community-based conservation, public outreach, and facilitation.
For full job description and qualifications, please see the job listing on our website.
Please submit your application to jobs@columbialand.org in a single word or pdf format, with “Community Projects Manager” in the subject line. Applications should include a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications that match the position criteria and what you will bring to the role.
Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applications received before Friday, July 31, will be given preference, with interviews beginning in early August. The position is open until August 10. No phone calls.
Anticipated hiring process
Please note that this schedule is subject to change depending on the number and quality of applications received. Priority will be given to those candidates who submit materials earlier in the hiring cycle. The interview process will include two rounds of interviews – an initial screening via Zoom and an in-person interview for a select few candidates.
- July 31 – deadline for priority applications
- Week of August 3 – Zoom interviews anticipated to begin (approximately an hour)
- August 10 – application window closes
- September 1 – Position begins (start date flexible)
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
| Category | General / Stewardship , Land Trust |
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