Job Title: Community Conservation Manager
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary: commensurate with experience and qualifications, $48k-$52k annually
Employment type: exempt, full-time (40 hrs/wk)
POSITION SUMMARY
NeighborSpace of Baltimore County seeks a full-time Community Conservation Manager to
implement its community-driven, iterative approach to the conservation, restoration and
stewardship of urban green space. NeighborSpace is looking for an energetic individual who
has interest in taking ownership of a role in a self-starting environment, exhibits outstanding
project management skills, and possesses a passion for people and the outdoors. This role
serves as the primary liaison to stewardship partners, volunteers, and community members,
building and sustaining collaborative relationships while coordinating outreach, education,
volunteer programs, and stewardship activities across conserved sites.
ABOUT US
NeighborSpace of Baltimore County, Inc. is an established and growing nonprofit land trust
committed to enhancing the livability of communities inside Baltimore County’s Urban-Rural
Demarcation Line by protecting and improving land for small parks, gardens, trails and natural
areas. NeighborSpace currently conserves almost 100 acres at 21 sites across the county. Of
these, 19 are open to the public and 15 have been improved with green or gray infrastructure.
Several other sites are currently in the research, design or construction phase.
This is an exciting time to join NeighborSpace. Recent successes have led to a growing list of
new land preservation projects, community partnerships and collaborations with other nonprofits
and government agencies, and we are pivoting to a more proactive approach.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This work consists of a wide variety of duties associated with NeighborSpace’s
community-driven approach to conservation, restoration and stewardship, including but not
limited to those listed below. In addition, the position includes activities associated with
grant-funded projects and the Manager will perform other relevant duties as assigned by the
Executive Director.
Community engagement
● Serve as the main point of contact for community partners
● Reach out to, engage with and collect input from community members throughout
NeighborSpace’s process of acquiring, restoring and stewarding green spaces
● Collect, analyze and report on data from the efforts mentioned above
● Plan and execute community events
Volunteer coordination
● Serve as the main point of contact for volunteers
● Develop new volunteer opportunities, volunteer training and educational materials to
meet NeighborSpace’s stewardship needs and grow a strong corps of volunteers
● Plan and assist in the execution of volunteer work days
Outreach and Communications
● Raise awareness of NeighborSpace’s work through newsletter articles, social media,
and other channels.
● Represent NeighborSpace at outreach opportunities
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field
● At least 2 years of experience in community outreach, volunteer management, or a
similar role
● Background in environmental science is a plus
● Proficiency in Spanish is a plus
● Familiarity with Google Suite is a plus
● Disciplined self-starter, capable of working independently as well as part of a team
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
● Excellent interpersonal skills
● Highly organized, detail-oriented and motivated to learn a variety of skills
● Energetic, optimistic and excited about NeighborSpace’s work
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
● A mixture of remote work and field work throughout NeighborSpace’s service area
● Frequent evening and weekend events
● Frequent travel within Baltimore County; the Manager must have access to
transportation across the County at all times (mileage will be reimbursed).
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION
● Paid leave benefits
● Travel reimbursement
● Professional development opportunities
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter in attachment form via email to
info@neighborspacebaltimorecounty.org with “Community Conservation Manager” in the subject
line. Applications are accepted until the position is filled