Easement Program Stewardship Specialist
Quick answer
Watershed Agricultural Council is hiring an entry-level Easement Program Stewardship Specialist in Walton, New York, paying $55,000 - $60,000 per year, to steward conservation easement properties.
- Role
- Easement Program Stewardship Specialist
- Organization
- Watershed Agricultural Council
- Location
- Walton, New York
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $55,000 - $60,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Easement Program Stewardship Specialist will steward assigned conservation easement properties and ensure landowners are following the terms and conditions of their conservation easements. This position works under the direct supervision of the Easement Program Stewardship Coordinator.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with landowners
- Work closely with landowners to steward their conservation easements
- Effectively communicate any potential conservation easement issue to the Stewardship Coordinator
- Conduct annual monitoring of 40% of the easement portfolio as assigned
- Process reserved right requests from assigned properties
- Process and manage violations and notifications from assigned properties
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or related field
- 3 years related experience in land conservation or natural resource management
- Strong written/verbal communication skills
- High degree of computer literacy
- End User experience with GIS
- Interpersonal skills and experience working with diverse demographics
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Walton, New York.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $55,000 - $60,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies or related field, 3 years related experience, strong communication skills, computer literacy, and GIS experience.
How do I apply?
Please visit https://nycwatershed.org/current-openings/ and send a cover letter and resume as prompted.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is October 31, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Watershed Agricultural Council's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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