[Hvcatskillcewg] Land Trust positions available

[Seth McKee]

Greetings Hudson Valleyites and Catskillers,

 

Scenic Hudson is seeking to fill the following three staff positions as soon
as possible.  See below for contact information.  

Thank you, and my apologies for cross-postings with the LTA list serve.  

Seth McKee

 

Background:

Scenic Hudson works to protect and restore the Hudson River and its majestic
landscape as an irreplaceable national treasure and a vital resource for
residents and visitors. A crusader for the valley since 1963, we are
credited with saving fabled Storm King Mountain from a destructive
industrial project and launching the modern grass-roots environmental
movement. Today with more than 20,000 ardent supporters, we are the largest
environmental group focused on the Hudson River Valley. Our team of experts
combines land acquisition, support for agriculture, citizen-based advocacy
and sophisticated planning tools to create environmentally healthy
communities, champion smart economic growth, open up riverfronts to the
public and preserve the valley's inspiring beauty and natural resources.

We are guided by these enduring principles:

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Everyone deserves opportunities to experience the Hudson River, to enjoy
open space and to have a voice in decisions affecting their community. 

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The beauty of the Hudson River Valley is a unique source of spiritual and
artistic vitality and must be preserved forever. 

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An outstanding quality of life is achievable only when a clean, healthy
environment is a key component of economic growth. 

 

 


1. Conservation GIS Manager


Date of Notice: 


April 8, 2008


Reporting to:


Land Conservation Director 


Mission of Position:


This position is responsible for the development and administration of
Scenic Hudson's Geographic Information System (GIS) in support of land and
conservation easement acquisition, community land use planning, conservation
science, biodiversity data management, natural resource management,
membership-building and public policy initiatives. This individual will
support these efforts by creating and/or compiling GIS datasets and map
profiles of priority areas within the Hudson Valley; by providing graphic
and written documentation and analysis that will be utilized for internal
planning and analysis, for work with outside consultants, contractors, and
partner organizations, and for presentation to property owners and the
public.


Qualifications:


Expertise in the principles of GIS, its uses and applications; knowledge of
natural resource management issues and the principles and practices of open
space and/or park planning, property-specific land planning, and municipal
planning and zoning; familiarity with land trusts and land preservation
techniques, and familiarity with landscape-scale conservation and
biodiversity issues; knowledge of principles and techniques of cartography
and publication-quality map production; proficiency with ArcGIS software and
extensions, and experience with Adobe graphic design programs; working
knowledge of programming to generate tools or scripts to automate repetitive
tasks; an understanding of database design and integration between Microsoft
Access and ArcGIS; and a thorough understanding of Global Positioning
Systems (GPS) technology as it relates to GIS. Candidate must have ability
to work independently and as part of multiple teams, handle multiple
priorities and have excellent graphic and written communication skills.


Education/Experience:


Equivalent to a BS/BA with major coursework in geography, landscape
architecture, land use and regional planning, environmental science,
conservation biology or natural resources management with a specialty in
GIS. Advanced degree preferred. Three years experience with GIS as applied
to land protection, open space planning, land use planning or natural
resources management is highly desirable. 


Principle Responsibilities may include:


*	Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of data layers related
to land holdings, land use, natural and cultural resources, trails and other
recreational features. 
*	Perform GIS analysis in support of a wide variety of land use
planning, stewardship, conservation science and land acquisition/disposition
projects. 
*	Prepare presentation-quality maps and exhibits to help analyze
alternative land protection scenarios, and impact of development proposals
on scenic and ecological resources; for use in public meetings, educational
workshops, and board meetings; for publication on the internet; and to
assist in the ongoing stewardship and management of Scenic Hudson's parks,
preserves, and conservation easements. 
*	Coordinate with other staff to produce baseline documentation maps
and other materials needed for the successful enforcement of Scenic Hudson's
conservation easements. 
*	Compile property ownership and boundary data from various sources
including GPS, survey documentation, assessor parcel maps, and other
sources. 
*	Perform community-wide and regional resource analyses for use in
organizational strategic planning. 
*	Develop guidelines and procedures to facilitate staff use and
application of GIS and other data for a wide range of planning and land
protection projects. 
*	Recommend and develop solutions, standards, and procedures for
applying GIS technology to organizational objectives. 
*	Develop and organize training for other data users. Implement
training and technical documentation as necessary. 
*	Coordinate with IT staff to solve GIS-related software/hardware
performance issues and to provide GIS and GPS technical support for the
organization. 
*	Coordinate integration of field-collected data into the GIS data
library. 
*	Work with other staff in the production of 3-D simulations and other
graphic materials depicting alternative development scenarios. 
*	Work with other staff in the evaluation of potential land protection
projects for individual properties and large contiguous areas. 
*	Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working
relationships with co-workers and representatives from other agencies and
organizations. 


Compensation:  Full Time, with competitive salary and benefits 


 


2. Land Project Manager 

Date of Notice:

April 10, 2008 

Reporting to:

Land Conservation Director 

Mission of Position:

To initiate and manage the successful completion of land preservation
transactions. 

Qualifications:

Minimum of three years of related professional experience desired.
Bachelor's degree in related field required, with advanced degree desirable.
Ideal candidate will be a seasoned land conservation professional, with more
than the minimum three years of experience and solid track record of
completing complex real estate transactions. A background in land
conservation, land use planning, environmental studies, real estate,
finance, law, or related field is a plus. Experience in applying innovative
conservation finance and land use planning principles desirable. Strong
entrepreneurial and writing skills are a must. Individual must be
detail-oriented, self-directed, outcome-driven, flexible, and also be able
to work well as part of a team. Willingness to attend occasional evening
meetings and travel throughout the Hudson Valley is required. Must
demonstrate a commitment to Scenic Hudson's mission.

Principle Responsibilities may include:

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Devises acquisition, financing, and disposition plans for land preservation
projects. 

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Negotiates the acquisition of land and conservation easements. 

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Participates in and coordinates the mechanics of multiple real estate
transactions, tracks and follows up on various aspects of same in a timely
manner. 

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Identifies and pursues project specific funding sources and financing
strategies; prepares grant proposals. 

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Working as part of Scenic Hudson's Land Acquisition Team, assists in the
identification of Hudson River Valley properties exhibiting significant
scenic, ecological, historic and/or recreational value. 

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Collaborates with park management staff on land management and park planning
and development, where appropriate. 

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Produces background reports on specific properties. 

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Builds local, and where necessary, state and federal support for specific
projects. 

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Works with public officials, planning departments, and non-profit
organizations involved in land preservation and environmental advocacy in
order to advance land acquisition projects. 

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Provides general assistance to the Executive Director and Land Conservation
Director of the Scenic Hudson Land Trust, and when necessary, to other
appropriate staff. 

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Makes presentations to Scenic Hudson Land Trust board of directors. 

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Works with and directs consultants. 

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Makes public presentations on land protection issues. 

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Completes other assignments as deemed necessary. 

Compensation:

Full Time, with competitive salary and benefits. Salary and job title
commensurate with experience.


 


3. Conservation Easement Management Assistant

Date of Notice: 

April 8, 2008

Reporting to:

Conservation Easement Manager 

Mission of Position:

Assists with the management of Scenic Hudson's conservation easements, and
with the assessment of potential conservation projects. 

Qualifications:

The Conservation Easement Management Assistant ("CEMA") should have a strong
interest in land protection and natural resource management. Must be willing
to work both independently and collaboratively. Must have good communication
skills in order to effectively convey information regarding conservation
easements, natural resources, and Scenic Hudson's mission. Basic
understanding of conservation easements and GIS technology is highly
desirable. Some wildlife and habitat identification skills and an
understanding of ecology are desirable. An undergraduate degree in Ecology,
Land Use Planning, Environmental Studies, Policy, or Science or a related
field is highly desirable. Successful candidate will have:

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Love of the outdoors. 

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Superb interpersonal skills. 

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Team Orientation. 

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Energetic and detail oriented. 

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Computer literacy in Microsoft Office environment 

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Ability and willingness to travel frequently and extensively within Hudson
Valley region. 

Principle Responsibilities include:

The CEMA will help the Conservation Easement Manager ("CEM") complete
critical projects related to conservation easement management. Projects may
include: annual property monitoring, easement record administration,
entering of easement information into database software called Conservation
Connections, assisting with creation of baseline documentation for
properties, identifying conservation values for potential land protection
projects, and creating maps using GIS software. In addition, the CEMA will
assist the CEM with developing a more comprehensive outreach program for
landowners with Scenic Hudson conservation easements over their properties.
The CEMA will be exposed to all facets of conservation easement management.
The CEMA will also work, from time to time, with other teams within Scenic
Hudson, under the direction of the CEM.

Compensation:

Full Time, with competitive salary and benefits 


 


Contact (all three positions):


Applications should be sent to: HR, Scenic Hudson, One Civic Center Plaza,
Suite 200, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 or faxed to: (845) 452-7567 or e-mailed
to: tvanyo at scenichudson.org. Send resume and brief writing sample. 

No phone calls please.

Scenic Hudson is an EOE promoting cultural diversity and excellence.

 

Seth McKee
Land Conservation Director

Scenic Hudson, Inc. 
Tel: 845 473 4440 Ext 228 
Fax: 845 473 2648 
smckee at scenichudson.org

Your Valley. Your Voice. Your Future.
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Scenic Hudson works year-round to
protect the natural beauty of our valley
and the unique character of our towns.
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