Conservation Restriction Coordinator

Core Responsibilities & Scope

• Schedule and conduct 150+ annual CR monitoring site visits using GPS and mobile applications and prepare monitoring reports
• Read, understand, interpret, and apply conservation restrictions, legal documents, technical literature, and regulations as they relate to conditions on a property
• Assist with the field work and preparation of detailed baseline documentation reports that include maps, photographs and narrative describing conditions on a property
• Respond to requests from CR landowners to exercise reserved rights subject to such approval and bring to the Director and Assistant Director of Stewardship for review
• Evaluate a variety of data and maps such as topographic, assessor’s, natural resources, and survey plans and interpret how they relate to conditions on a property
• Work with GIS team to create and update maps, georeference surveys plans, edit GIS data, and input data into Greenbelt’s database
• Maintain strong relationships with CR landowners and other members of the public while representing Greenbelt in the field
• Coordinate with stewardship staff to mark CR boundaries as needed and implement a CR boundary signage program
• Help improve CR landowner outreach materials and increase visibility of the CR Stewardship Program within Greenbelt and to the public through assisting in creation of newsletters, CR landowner resource materials, website content, etc.
• Work closely with stewardship staff to review and improve the overall program, including changes to systems and procedures
• Follow and review all established protocols, policies, and processes for CR stewardship
• Stay apprised of professional standards related to CR monitoring and enforcement, baseline documentation, and other CR topics

Additional Responsibilities:

• Periodically present at conferences and events and lead educational walks
• Provide support for Stewardship Committee
• Staff and support Greenbelt events
• Assist with other tasks as needed

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout Essex County
• Physical ability to work outdoors and traverse varied terrains in all seasons
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GIS, and database experience preferred

Desired language English.