MidGrowing growth
Conservation Manager
Lead programs that protect land, water, and wildlife
$55,000 – $110,000/yrManage conservation projects, staff, and partnerships for land trusts and agencies.
Highlights
Common tasks
Manage conservation projects, oversee land acquisitions, coordinate stewardship, and report to funders.
Potential downsides
Funding cycles, development pressure on protected lands, and slow conservation timelines.
Skills
ResearchCritical thinkingData analysisPattern recognition
Interests
EnvironmentScienceSocial impactTechnology
Industries
Sustainability
Work style
Hands-onAnalyticalCollaborativeIndependent
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