The Manager of Natural Resources and Stewardship is responsible for protection and enhancement of the High Line Canal’s natural resources and preserving the Canal’s conservation values through stewardship of a conservation easement that protects the corridor. This person works closely with the local jurisdictions and stormwater managers along the Canal, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Planning and Implementation, to facilitate collaborative maintenance, develop new management approaches, elevate the level of care for the Canal and implement natural resource restoration projects. This role coordinates closely with foresters, natural resource planners, landscape architects, park planners and operations staff from local jurisdictions to ensure a vital future for the Canal. The Manager of Natural Resources and Stewardship is also responsible for stewarding a conservation easement that protects 45 miles of the 71-mile corridor. This includes working with Conservancy leadership and landowner(s) to complete annual monitoring, lead easement enforcement, review projects and address all stewardship inquiries and issues.
Compensation: 57,000 - 70,000 annually, plus a competitive benefits package with generous PTO, medical, dental, HSA/FSA, retirement plan, life and disability insurance.
Application closing date: 4/18/2025
Application web link: http://highlinecanal.org/2025/03/natural_resources/
