Conservation Project Manager
Quick answer
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is hiring a senior Conservation Project Manager (Mount Desert, Maine) paying $70,000 - $80,000 per year to manage land conservation projects and engage in community outreach.
- Role
- Conservation Project Manager
- Organization
- Maine Coast Heritage Trust
- Location
- Mount Desert, Maine
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $70,000 - $80,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Conservation Project Manager at Maine Coast Heritage Trust manages land conservation projects, develops relationships with landowners, and engages in community outreach and fundraising. This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary range and benefits package.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain relationships with private landowners, partner organizations, communities, and agencies
- Develop and implement effective conservation strategies
- Represent MCHT at local, regional, state, and national levels
- Develop, maintain, and enhance productive, strategic working relationships
- Oversee multiple contractors and ensure completeness and quality
- Perform special projects and other related duties as required
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a field such as natural resources, land use planning, law, real estate, or communications
- 5+ years of experience in land use and conservation work, land project management, or related field
- Strong commitment to land and water conservation
- Passion for and knowledge of MCHT mission and values
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Ability to operate computers and assigned software
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Insurance, generous vacation and sick time, and a retirement plan
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Mount Desert, Maine.
What is the compensation?
The annual starting salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000, but is dependent upon experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of experience in land use and conservation work, and a strong commitment to land and water conservation.
How do I apply?
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with ‘MDI Project Manager’ in the subject line by November 1, 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is a hybrid work model of two office days and three remote days per week.
How to apply
Apply directly on Maine Coast Heritage Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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