Natural Areas Stewardship Coordinator
Quick answer
Grand Prairie Friends is hiring a full-time, in-office Natural Areas Stewardship Coordinator in Charleston, Illinois, paying $50,000 per year to lead land management operations and conservation efforts.
- Role
- Natural Areas Stewardship Coordinator
- Organization
- Grand Prairie Friends
- Location
- Charleston, Illinois
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $50,000 per year
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Natural Areas Stewardship Coordinator is a hands-on leadership role responsible for advancing conservation outcomes across East-Central Illinois. The position focuses primarily on the Warbler Ridge Conservation Area and involves implementing land management plans across 130 miles of prairies, savannas, and forests. The Coordinator will partner closely with the Natural Areas Manager to lead stewardship operations and oversee staff. This role is a permanent, mission-critical position for Grand Prairie Friends.
What you'll do
- Implement land management plans across diverse conservation properties
- Lead daily stewardship operations and field activities
- Manage staff and provide leadership for conservation projects
- Collaborate with the Natural Areas Manager to ensure ecological integrity
- Conduct intermittent land management services across a nine-county service area
What it takes
- At least three years of experience at a supervisor level in natural areas work
- Proven staff management experience
- Ability to perform hands-on field and land management tasks
- Strong understanding of prairies, savannas, and forest ecosystems
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement and parental leave, professional development budget, cell phone stipend, annual safety equipment allowance, and employer-matched SIMPLE IRA.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in Charleston, Illinois, with travel required across a 130-mile, nine-county service area.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for the Natural Areas Stewardship Coordinator is $50,000 per year.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates are expected to have at least three years of experience at a supervisor level within natural areas work, along with staff management experience.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should visit the Grand Prairie Friends website to view the full job description and submit an application.
How to apply
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