JOB DESCRIPTION: Land Manager
Status: Full Time, including occasional evening and weekend work
Employer: Howard EcoWorks (EcoWorks) is a non-profit organization in Columbia, MD. EcoWorks’ mission is to empower communities and diverse workforces to conserve and restore our natural systems for future generations.
Reports to: Executive Director
Position Overview:
The Land Manager oversees all aspects of development, operations and maintenance at Holly Hills, EcoWorks property located in Glenwood, MD. The property, acquired in Sept., 2024, will support and sustain company operations, serve as a regional green jobs training hub, support the conservation of native plant and animal species and their habitats, support a native plant growing operation, support diversified revenue streams through services and products, and engage and educate the public about environmental best practices. The Land Manager plays a leadership role in land stewardship; maintaining existing infrastructure, buildings and equipment; overseeing the implementation of new infrastructure projects; growing and propagating native plants; serving as a point person for the public and visitors; overseeing security and safety at the property; and supporting / leading revenue-generating opportunities at Holly Hills. The Land Manager oversees contractors, works with vendors, collaborates with all EcoWorks employees and green job trainees, and maintains a positive presence for the company with the neighbors and in the community.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Facility and Property Management
Monitoring property boundaries to protect resources and prevent damage
Arranging for the maintenance of buildings, roads and facility
Overseeing contractors and managing vendors
Ensuring land use is compliant with regulations
Planning and managing projects
Operating and maintaining tools and equipment
Nursery Operation
Developing and managing the native plant nursery and its operation
Installing and maintaining fences, raised beds and high tunnels to support growing
Supporting / leading the production of alternative products (mushrooms, medicinal plants, high value crops) to support revenue generation
Preparing, administering and controlling income and expenditure budgets
Land Management
Restoring natural areas, such as controlling invasive species with support from volunteers and EcoWorks staff and crews
Monitoring the health of plants, trees and wildlife
Developing and updating management plan(s)
Overseeing leased areas of land and ensuring positive working relationships with leases
Overseeing biochar burns
Ambassador
Welcoming visitors and providing a good visitor experience
Training and leading land management and conservation workers and volunteers
Engaging with neighbors and the community in positive ways
Qualifications & Requirements:
3-4 years land, nursery or related education and experience
Knowledge, identification, skills and experience with both native and invasive plants
Knowledge and experience with native plant propagation techniques
Experience working in or with greenhouses and/or high tunnels
Dependable and reliable
Good communicator, verbally and in writing
Mechanical knowledge and skills
Self-starter, independent, professional and motivated
Experience with Microsoft applications, particularly MS Excel, and other applications and technologies
Experience leading work crews and volunteers
Willingness to work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to drive and maintain company truck, trailer, tractor and other equipment
Driver’s license and own transportation (mileage reimbursed)
Hours and Compensation:
Salary: $46,000-50,000
Paid time off and paid holidays
Access to health benefits plan
Access to the corporate 401(k) plan, with matching based on tenure
Location:
This position is in person at our Holly Hills location in Glenwood, MD
Equal Opportunity:
Howard EcoWorks is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at Howard EcoWorks. EcoWorks does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, age, citizenship or any other basis prohibited by law in any of its policies or programs.
Application & Interview Process:
Our process requires filling out an application and submitting a current resume and cover letter.
You're resume will be reviewed by a staff member. If you meet our qualifications, we will respond to you to schedule an interview.