Hiring: Director of Lands Company: The Nature Conservancy Location: Chester, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:20:42 Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility About the job Experience: •7-10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience. •7years’ experience in conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. •10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Skills: •The Director of Lands is directly responsible for strategic leadership, management and accountability of the Chapter’s land conservation and stewardship, scaling up our efforts in New Jersey to contribute to resilient and connected land conservation across the Appalachians. •They will be responsible for defining and directing implementation of NJ’s Lands strategic plan and developing key partnerships with public and private organizations to achieve our land conservation goals. •They are responsible for realizing an inspiring vision of large-scale success for the Conservancy’s lands programs in New Jersey, while collaborating with colleagues to advance a vision for the northeastern Appalachians. •Develop and direct multi-disciplinary staff, with responsibility for performance management, learning, and career development; lead team of professionals implementing land conservation and stewardship efforts. Qualifications: •Previous work experience in land conservation and/or stewardship. •Demonstrated experience managing teams within a matrixed organization. •Demonstrated experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans. •Knowledge of current trends and practices in land conservation and land management. •This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program •TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here. Compensation: •$114,000 - $127,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!