The National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) is excited to announce that we are opening applications for a new executive director, or two co-executive directors, to lead our coalition in building a brighter and more just future for agriculture. This new leadership will uphold and amplify the mission and vision of Young Farmers, guide us through implementing the ambitious goals set forth in our Strategic Plan, and lift up the voices of young and BIPOC farmers across the country as a true force for positive change. The priority deadline for applying is October 21, 2022 with resumes being accepted until the position is filled. See the full job announcement here.
The Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust (RiGHT), located in Del Norte, Colorado, seeks an experienced Director for its Land Protection Program. RiGHT is a small, community land trust accredited by the Land Trust Alliance that has been conserving the land, water and way of life in Colorado’s San Luis Valley since 1999. Just this year, we closed on our 53rd conservation easement, ensuring protection into perpetuity of almost 30,000 acres of working farms and ranchlands, riparian corridors, wetlands and other ecologically valuable landscapes. Applications are due November 15th, 2022.
Summit County is seeking a Resource Specialist/Senior Resource Specialist. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, be an efficient problem solver and self-starter, and have the ability to work effectively and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously with diverse individuals and agencies. Experience in project management, recreation planning, capacity management, natural surface and paved trail planning and construction, conservation, successful grant writing, and GIS/GPS skills are strongly preferred.
Palmer Land Conservancy seeks a Communications Manager to connect, inspire and engage the Palmer brand with current and prospective members and stakeholders across southern Colorado. This position reports to the Vice President of External Affairs and is responsible for growing and managing Palmer’s communications programs through compelling and inspiring storytelling to mobilize the next generation of land lovers. The Communications Manager will also work closely with the Membership and Events Manager, and other Palmer staff.
REW is seeking a Development Director. This position will manage the planning and implementation of strategies to procure funding resources that support REW’s strategic and operational goals. The Development Director will have demonstrated knowledge, skills and ability to research, and acquire funding in a natural resources and environmental education context. Position is open until filled.