About the Foundation for America's Public Lands
The Foundation for America’s Public Lands is a pioneering
startup on a mission to safeguard the sustainability of our public lands and
waters. Chartered by Congress, we are the official charitable partner of the
Bureau of Land Management with a pivotal mission: to connect us to our public
lands and waters and sustain these special places for the benefit of present
and future generations.
Standing on the cusp of an exciting chapter, we are set to become a cornerstone
institution, working in close partnership with the Bureau of Land Management
and a strong network of local to national stakeholders who share our vision.
Our work is ambitious, impactful, and essential – and we are building the
inaugural team who will be critical to shaping the Foundation’s future.
With co-headquarters in Grand Junction, CO, and
Washington, DC, the Foundation is poised for growth and to create a substantial
impact on the future of our nation’s public lands and waters. Discover more
about our mission and how you can contribute to this groundbreaking journey at www.americaslands.org.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a Program Officer to join our Program Team,
which oversees the external initiatives of the organization. This position is
ideal for those passionate about public lands with hands-on experience managing
projects that restore and steward natural resources.
The role will collaborate with Program Team leadership to
identify high-impact projects for investment, engage with partners and local
communities, and act as a key liaison between grant recipients and the
Foundation’s finance and operations teams. The Program Officer will bring
considerable expertise in wildlife conservation on public lands and in
assessing what makes for impactful investments. The ideal candidate will have
strong experience in grantmaking, partnership development, and program
management, with a deep commitment to America’s public lands and waters.
If you're eager to contribute to the health, accessibility,
and sustainability of America’s public lands and waters, this role offers a
unique opportunity to make a tangible and meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
Project and Partner Identification &
Collaboration:
• Identify
and pursue opportunities where investments in public land restoration and
stewardship enhance wildlife outcomes, including efforts to improve
connectivity and habitat for wildlife and game species.
• Identify,
assess and prioritize investments in western states including, but not
limited to, California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Montana, and Wyoming.
• Explore
and foster partnerships with state agencies to leverage collaborative
opportunities and strengthen project impact.
• Ensure
Foundation strategies and investments addressing drought, grazing,
recreation, and fuel management positively contribute to wildlife conservation,
ecosystem health, and habitat quality. Support strategic planning of
Foundation initiatives to benefit wildlife populations.
• Facilitate
the development of innovative partnerships and foster ongoing dialogue
between the Foundation, BLM, and key stakeholders, creating avenues for
collaboration on wildlife-related issues, including engaging senior
program staff and leadership.
• Liaison
with key wildlife and game interests critical to the Foundation’s work,
including state agencies, sportsman and conservation groups, and businesses.
Participate in relevant meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate
with Foundation grants management staff to support the grantmaking
process, including communication with grant recipients, tracking spending
and reimbursements, and documenting financial and programmatic
performance.
Reporting & Annual Review:
• Contribute
to the development of communications materials for board members,
providing updates on grant activities and key outcomes.
• Help oversee the
development of reports, showcasing the impact of funding initiatives and
providing insights into the progress of projects.
Requirements
Desired Qualifications:
• Over 5
years’ experience supporting or implementing restoration and stewardship practices
to achieve natural resource management goals. Experience in the
restoration of public lands and waters is considered a significant
benefit.
• An existing
network of relationships and partnerships that can deliver stewardship and
restoration projects on BLM lands that are of added value to the
Foundation in identified states a strong advantage.
• Master’s
degree in environmental management, conservation biology, wildlife
ecology, landscape ecology, or related fields strongly preferred. Bachelor’s
degree considered a minimum qualification.
• Preference
for applicants with previous work that provides practical experience with BLM’s
management of public lands and waters.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a small, mission-driven team, coupled with the resourcefulness and initiative to ensure goals are met and work gets done.
Benefits
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to join a pioneering team
dedicated to shaping the future of one of America’s most vital and cherished
resources—our public lands and waters. You'll be stepping in at the ground
level of a growing organization, helping to lay the groundwork for how a new foundation
can support the essential mission of the BLM. If you're inspired by
purpose-driven work and want to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from
you.
Location: Washington, D.C. Area (DMV) or Western States -
Hybrid / Remote Position
Compensation: $115,000-$125,000 annually
Benefits: Group medical/vision/dental benefits with
100% employer contribution for employees and 50% contribution for dependents;
life insurance; 401k retirement savings plan; Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, and generous holiday and paid
time off policies.
Travel: Periodic travel required
The Foundation for America’s Public Lands is an equal
opportunity employer. The above job description is not intended to be an
all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will
follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as
assigned by their supervisor.
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