Conservation Director

The Escondido Creek Conservancy is seeking a full-time Conservation Director to manage and restore conservation lands in Escondido, CA. The role involves overseeing land management, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading outdoor education programs. The Director will provide strategic planning and hands-on care for 3,100 acres of protected land. Strong management and writing skills are required. No degree is mentioned as a qualification.
Purpose of the Position: A full-time position to oversee the management and restoration of The Escondido Creek Conservancy’s (Conservancy) conservation lands, ensuring that lands are cared for to a high and uniform standard, per Land Trust Alliance and Habitat Management Plan requirements. The Conservancy currently manages 3,100 acres of protected land and has an additional 300+ acres targeted for protection, to close escrow in 2025. The Conservancy also implements outdoor education programs for North County youth. Job Duties: The Conservation Director (Director) will provide direction, vision, strategic planning, management, technical compliance and leadership to the Conservancy’s conservation land department. The Director also contributes to the hands-on care of lands. Desired Skills: The Director must be a strong manager and have successfully managed people and teams. The Director must be an excellent writer (including technical writing) and have implemented comp...