Conservation Project Manager – Mount Desert Island
Quick answer
Maine Coast Heritage Trust is hiring a mid-level Conservation Project Manager for Mount Desert Island, paying $70,000 to $80,000, with a hybrid work schedule.
- Role
- Conservation Project Manager – Mount Desert Island
- Organization
- Maine Coast Heritage Trust
- Location
- Mount Desert Island, Maine
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $70,000 to $80,000
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Conservation Project Manager manages a diverse portfolio of land conservation projects to further MCHT’s mission to ensure ecological well-being and foster thriving communities.
What you'll do
- Plan for, prioritize, initiate, and complete conservation projects
- Develop and maintain relationships with private landowners and partner organizations
- Represent MCHT at local, regional, state, and national levels
- Develop, maintain, and enhance productive, strategic working relationships
- Serve as the primary staff coordinator for MCHT’s Mount Desert Island Region Committee
- Oversee multiple contractors and ensure completeness and quality
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a field such as natural resources, land use planning, law, real estate, or communications
- 4 years of experience in land use and conservation work
- Strong commitment to land and water conservation
- Experience in voluntary land protection techniques
- Field skills such as working with map and compass
- Experience with community conservation projects
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 the Mount Desert Island, Maine office, with a hybrid work model of two office days and three remote days per week.
What is the compensation range?
The annual starting salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000.
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.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, 4 years of experience in land use and conservation work, and strong commitment to land and water conservation.
What are the benefits?
Benefits include insurance, generous vacation and sick time, and a retirement plan.
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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