Seaonal Land Conservation Steward

The Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust is hiring a Seasonal Land Conservation Steward to manage 100-150 conservation easements across Colorado from May to October. The role involves building relationships with landowners, conducting property visits, and fulfilling monitoring obligations. Strong interpersonal skills, independence, and the ability to navigate remote areas are essential. A company vehicle is provided for travel, and the position can be part-time or full-time.
About CCALT
Since 1995, the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT) has created
innovative conservation solutions. Our work has permanently conserved over
800,000 acres of open space, natural habitat, and productive agricultural land. We are
committed to the development of innovative programs and strategic partnerships
that will increase the effectiveness of our work.

Summary of Position:
CCALT is seeking a dedicated individual passionate about building relationships with
landowners and agricultural stewards, committed to conserving working lands, and
comfortable traveling independently to conserved properties across Colorado, often
in remote areas.
This is a seasonal position intended to run approximately four months between May
and October of each calendar year (the “Monitoring Season”). Depending on how the
successful candidate would like to structure his or her time, it could be part-time or
full-time. CCALT’s overarching objective is that the Seasonal Land Steward complete
the assigned portfolio in a thorough, professional, and timely manner.
The Seasonal Land Conservation Steward will be a key component to helping CCALT
fulfill its annual conservation easement monitoring obligations. Specifically, the
Seasonal Land Steward will manage a portfolio of 100-150 conservation easements.
The Seasonal Land Steward will be responsible for establishing and maintaining
relationships with each of the landowners of the conserved properties and visiting
those properties once during the Monitoring Season.

Required Skills:
Interpersonal Communication
o Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with
the general public and, in particular, agricultural landowners.
o The ability to effectively communicate with colleagues within CCALT
and the Stewardship Team.
o Ability to write reports that are clear, concise and comprehensive.
• Autonomy and Responsibility
o The ability to work independently with initiative, motivation, flexibility,
and confidentiality.
o Must be able to efficiently manage a dynamic schedule, coordinating
multiple property visits per day while accounting for travel time, onsite assessments, and scheduled appointments.
o Ability to interview landowners using a standard questionnaire, take
clear notes and document property conditions with relevant
photographs.
o Ability to utilize information gathered during site visits to complete
reports in timely manner.
• Transportation/Navigation
o A company vehicle will be provided for monitoring visits.
o The ability to work and travel safely in remote areas.
o The ability to read maps and navigate to remote locations with limited
or no cellular service which may occasionally require the use of a
traditional paper map.
• Technology
o Must have a smartphone or iPad compatible with the latest version of
the Avenza Maps application.
o Must be familiar with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel),
Adobe PDF, and Google Earth.
o Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and Salesforce (LOCATE) is preferred
but not required.
o A laptop and all necessary software will be provided.
• Industry Knowledge:
o Must have a basic knowledge of agriculture, resource management, and
land conservation practices.
o Knowledge of and appreciation for the people and values of rural
Colorado, along with familiarity with western land and agricultural
issues in a conservation context, is preferred.
o Most important is a sincere interest in these issues, with sensitivity and
appreciation for the diverse interests and values of others.

Basic Duties:
• Assist the Stewardship Manager in the management and implementation of all
aspects of CCALT’s conservation easement stewardship program. This
includes:
o Conduct annual visits to assigned protected properties. Prepare an
annual report for each property documenting the current condition of
the property, including photo documentation and map creation.
o Independently contact landowners and schedule property site visits
throughout the state of Colorado.
o Perform searches of public records. Submit copies of legal documents
(changes in deeds, rights-of-ways, etc.) and other important
correspondence for inclusion in the permanent files associated with
each property/easement.
o Address easement violations in consultation with other CCALT
stewardship staff and conduct necessary follow-up.
o Maintain regular contact and foster good working relationships with
landowners of conservation easement encumbered properties.
o Update CCALT’s records and database with any changes in landowner
information, including contact information.

Minimum Requirements:
• College degree in resource management, real estate or agriculture related field
OR equivalent history of work experience and education in related fields.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
Advanced Skills (not required):
• Experience with and knowledge of Deeds of Conservation Easement
• Military veterans/law enforcement experienced in interacting with the public
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online and Salesforce (LOCATE)

Reporting: This position reports to the Stewardship Manager.
Location: The Seasonal Land Conservation Steward position is a hybrid role
requiring consistent in-person attendance and up to 50% travel statewide for site
visits and training. On non-travel days, you may work remotely or work out of one of
CCALT’s offices in Lakewood, Steamboat Springs, or Del Norte.
Compensation: $25/hour. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Employment Type: Part-Time An average of 30 hours a week), Seasonal, Non-Exempt

Location
Del Norte, Colorado (Hybrid)
Department
Conservation
Employment Type
Seasonal
Minimum Experience
Entry-level
Compensation
$25 per hour