Bayou Land Conservancy seeks Community Conservation Manager

Position Summary
Bayou Land Conservancy seeks a goal-oriented, team-player to increase community engagement, support community conservation goals, and assist with the stewardship of our
lands to ensure that everyone feels welcome and safe at our public spaces.
Bayou Land Conservancy (BLC) is a nonprofit organization that preserves land along streams for flood
control, clean water, and wildlife. For more than 25 years BLC has been at the forefront of land
conservation in the Houston region. With more than 15,000 acres protected in SE Texas, our land
protection focus area is the Lake Houston watershed, which provides drinking water for millions of
people each day. We also host thousands of people each year on our 14-mile Spring Creek Nature
Trail, near The Woodlands, and at our various other public preserves. Our Ambassador Program
provides environmental education to our community and helps support our land conservation
projects. Our office is in The Woodlands. To learn more about BLC, please visit www.bayouland.org or
find us on social media.

Job Description
Position: Community Conservation Manager
General Statement of Duties:
This position will provide leadership for Bayou Land Conservancy (BLC) in developing outreach
strategies and volunteer engagement opportunities that support BLC’s mission and will also
support the stewardship of several key preserves along Spring Creek. The Community
Conservation Manager is an outward-facing role tasked with directly involving a wide range of
stakeholders in the community to advance BLC’s mission. The Community Conservation
Manager will have a key role in executing our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access Plan through
strategic engagement of, and developing equitable partnerships with, diverse groups who have
not traditionally been included in land conservation work. The DEI&A Plan, along with a recent
Community Conservation Assessment, will provide guidance in meeting BLC’s goals for building
relationships.

Schedule Considerations:

• Coordinate a regular schedule of guided hikes, including weekday and weekend events.
• Lead our Ambassador program, held twice a year on weekends in the spring and fall.
• Organize and host “Brews and Bayous” event twice a year on weekends, designed to
  engage new and existing supporters in a casual outdoor setting.
• Plan and supervise volunteer trail workdays, including maintenance on the Spring Creek
  Nature Trail and other preserves.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Plan and execute outdoor programs and events that engage BLC staff, Board of
   Directors, members, corporate partners, volunteers, and the community in support of
   BLC’s mission.
2. Schedule, develop, and coordinate volunteer events for individuals, community
   organizations (e.g., Outdoor Afro, Latino Outdoors), and corporate partners across BLCmanaged lands.
3. Serve as primary staff liaison with Equitable Community Engagement Committee. Work
   with the committee to sustain, evaluate, and grow programs such as the Ambassador
   Program and other programs overseen by the committee.
4. Lead volunteer programs on the Spring Creek Nature Trail (SCNT), including oversight of
   the Trail Crew and Eco-Stewards.
5. Collaborate with the Land Stewardship Manager to conduct annual monitoring of
   conservation lands along the SCNT and at Spring Creek Greenway Nature Center.
6. Plan and lead group experiences and volunteer programs for corporate and community
   groups on certain BLC-managed and owned lands.
7. Collaborate with BLC natural resource staff to ensure that programs support broader
   conservation and stewardship objectives.
8. Coordinate member and public engagement events in partnership with the
   Advancement Director, with a focus on cultivating corporate and community
   partnerships that support BLC’s fundraising and membership growth goals.
9. Coordinate with the Advancement Director and Communications & Development
   Associate to promote programs and engagement activities via social media and other
   communication platforms.
10. Represent BLC through public presentations and community outreach, building
    awareness and support for the organization’s mission and impact.
11. Develop annual budget to support Community Conservation program in consultation
    with Executive Director.
12. Ensure accurate recordkeeping in Salesforce to track volunteer contributions, program
    participation, and member engagement in coordination with other staff.
13. Support additional organizational initiatives as needed, with a flexible and teamcentered approach to advancing BLC’s mission, under the direction of the Executive
    Director.

Qualifications:

1. Commitment to BLC’s mission.
2. Bachelor’s Degree desired in natural resource field of study. Relevant experience or
   certifications can demonstrate acquired knowledge.
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Experience managing volunteers, and the ability to effectively present written and
   verbal information and respond to questions from the public and other stakeholders.
   Ability to relate well to people of various ages and from diverse ethnic and cultural
   backgrounds. Bilingual skills a plus.
5. Graphic design skills are a bonus to better promote your programs. We use Canva for
   many graphics projects.
6. Experience with social media
7. Ability to be outdoors in extreme heat, humidity, or cold.
8. Ability to work effectively in a small, busy, and highly efficient organization
9. Ability to work evenings and weekends, especially during the spring and fall busy
   season.
10. Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
11. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint applications required;
    experience with Salesforce (or equivalent donor database program) preferred.
12. Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license, regular use of a car, current auto insurance
    and ability to travel throughout the greater Houston area.
13. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Final candidate
    will undergo a background check.
14. Experience or skills with trail work. Knowledge of tools and maintenance a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salaried, full-time exempt position with bonus potential
• Flexible 40-hour work week schedule
• Simple IRA with up to 3% annual salary match
• Health care, dental & vision benefits
• Starting 80 hours paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Salary commensurate with experience $45,000-$52,000
• Ability to work from home.

Lines of Supervision:
The Community Conservation Manager reports directly to the Executive Director.
Bayou Land Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer and actively works to ensure fair
and equal treatment of its employees and constituents regardless of differences based on an
individual’s race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation,
disability, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic. We value people of all
experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, and we understand that diverse perspectives are
crucial to ensuring a successful organization.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this job class. They are not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so
classified.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, email resume and cover letter to info@bayouland.org. No phone calls, please. If possible,
please remove all identifying information (photos, LinkedIn, etc.) from your resume to help us
reduce unconscious bias from our resume review process. We are committed to cultivating an
inclusive environment where a diverse group of people can and want to do their best work, and that
starts with our hiring practices.