Natural Resources Manager

A feat of engineering now over 140 years old, the 71-mile-long High Line Canal is outliving its historic function as an irrigation utility and has taken on new life as a recreational resource, wildlife corridor and green stormwater infrastructure. The High Line Canal Conservancy is a nonprofit organization with the mission to preserve, protect and enhance the High Line Canal in partnership with the public through stewardship, community engagement, trail improvements and collaboration with local agencies.

Position Summary

The Natural Resources Manager is responsible for management and enhancement of the High Line Canal’s natural resources. 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, ecologists, park planners and operations staff from local jurisdictions to ensure a vital future for the Canal.

The ideal candidate will have a strong identification with the mission of the High Line Canal Conservancy and will bring the following knowledge, experience, skills and abilities:

At least 4 years of relevant work experience or commensurate degree.
Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience.
Strong writing and communications skills.
Experience or knowledge in the areas of natural resources management, landscape ecology, forestry, environmental science, botany, urban conservation, landscape architecture, or park management.
Knowledge of species, natural communities, ecosystems, ecosystem processes and their conservation needs in the Denver Metro Area.
Desired experience managing or planning natural resources management for park or open space systems.
Desired knowledge and experience with data collection and database development and management including geographic information systems (GIS) such as ArcGIS.
Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Compensation: $60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience. Includes a competitive benefits package with generous paid time off, medical, dental, HSA/FSA options, retirement plan, life and disability insurance.

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