Vice President of Ecology and Climate

WhoWe Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteersThe Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. TheTrusteespreserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in are open to all and we thrive by involving asmanypeople as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations toenjoy inperpetuity andhave helped protect more than50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the a nonprofit conservation organization we are supported by our visitors supporters volunteers philanthropic partners grant funders and our 85000 Member encourage you to learn more aboutThe Trusteeson our website.

Posting Information:

Salary:$148750-$191.250

New Trustees hires are placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range$148750-$174250.

Hours per week:40

Job Classification:ExemptFull-Time

Job Type:Hybrid

Location:Massachusetts

WhatYoullDo:

Your Impact:

As the Vice President ofEcology and Climate youwillleadstatewide strategies that shape how The Trustees managesteward and restoreforests grasslands wetlands coastal systems andfarmland. You will guide the organization in sciencebased decisionmaking and ensure our land management practicesdevelop andreflectbest practices in conservation and climate resilience.

The Role:

This role leads the development and execution of organizationwide ecologyagricultureand climate strategiesand oversees major initiatives in habitat protection climate adaptation and sustainable land useto address the dual crises of biodiversity loss and climate change. You willbe responsible forsetting priorities managing a highperforming professional team and collaboratingwithprogramstewardship and regional leaders.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implementcomprehensive strategies for thesustainable management offorestsgrasslandswetlands and coastal areasthat enhance The Trustees mission and deliver successful results.

• Articulate and implement priorities strategies and targets in concert with other Trustees program areas of conservation and resilience urban outdoors arts and culture property stewardship and recreation and public engagement.

• Lead and mentor a team ofecology agricultureprojectmanagementand habitat managementprofessionals fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvementtowardsachievingpriorities.

• Utilize strong collaboration skills working in a matrixed environment in partnershipwith otherparts of the organizationtoward shared goals.

Program Oversight

• Oversee the design and implementation of ecologyagricultureand climate resilience programs aligned with The Trustees Strategic Planandsynergybetween programs.

• Overseebestinclass stewardship practicesthat support 167 rare species and 20 rare habitat types.

• Develop and overseeprogrambudgetsensuring efficient resource allocation and alignment with funding opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent The Trustees with government partners conservation coalitions research institutions and community organizations.

• Serve as a leading voice for sciencebased conservation and climate policy in Massachusetts.

• Provide datadriven insights and recommendations on emerging environmental trends.

• Provide guidanceto educationengagementmarketingand stewardship teamsthatalignEcology and Climateteamgoals withvisitorand public engagement.

This is afull-time exemptpositionreporting directly totheChief Conservation Officer.

WhatYoullNeed:

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in environmental science natural resource management ecologyconservation biologyorrelatedfield.

• 15 years of experience in natureconservation with a minimum of5-7years in a leadership role.

• Demonstratedexpertiseinland managementpractices conservation strategies climate adaptation and environmental policies.

• Experience leadingstrategic initiativesand managing complex portfolios.

• Excellent communication negotiation andinterpersonal skills.

• Experience in stakeholder engagement and community outreach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptionalanalytical and problem-solving abilities with a passion for data-driven decision-making.

• Experience managing crossfunctional or matrixed teams.

• Experience developing budgets for large multiyear conservation or climate initiatives.

• Proven success inreceiving and administering complex multi-year grants forrestorationhabitatmanagementclimate adaptationand agricultural sustainability/research.

• Background in agroecology climatesmart agriculture or applied ecological research.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current authorization to work in the United States a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day ofemployment

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

Dont quitehave all the skills and experiencelisted aboveWe still want to hear from you!Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet committed to building a diverse team andencourage you to applyeven if youare missingsome oftheskills and experienceabove.

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Your Benefits:

• Sick time:80 hours

• Vacation time:15 daysperyear

• Early releasetime:36 hoursper year

• Floating holidays/personal days:15 Floating Holidays (13 observed holidays; 2 floating)

• Health insurance:You are eligible toparticipatein the Trustees health insurance benefit via Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). BCBS alsoofferadditionalbenefits such as fitness reimbursement and rewards for healthy habits.

• Short and Long TermDisability Insurance

• Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave

• Life Insurance

• 401kwith 5% match after 1 year of employment

• Employee Assistance Program:Free access to a confidential service that helps employees and their communities with personal and work-related issues such as mental health support counseling and financial advice.

• Reciprocity:Employees have access to free and discountedadmissionsand memberships to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.

• Discounts:Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties discount event tickets and discounted merchandise at our storesand onstays at our inns.

• Day of Wonder:Spend one workday per year to exploring a Trusteesproperty

• Day of Service:Spend one workday per year to helping with a project at a Trusteesproperty

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

TheTrusteescommitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Required Experience:

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