Land Conservation Manager – Catawba Lands Conservancy

Land Conservation Manager – Catawba Lands Conservancy

July 22, 2025

Do you have experience in land conservation, real estate transactions, or protecting working lands through conservation easements?

Are you passionate about permanently protecting open spaces, supporting local landowners, and conserving critical natural habitats?

Would you like to be part of a mission-driven team that works every day to preserve the landscapes that make our region special—for wildlife, clean water, and future generations?

We are seeking a thoughtful, motivated, and relationship-oriented professional to join our team as Land Conservation Manager (LCM). The LCM plays a lead role in advancing our mission by guiding conservation acquisitions—from landowner outreach to closing—ensuring that every protected acre contributes to a more resilient and connected landscape. The ideal candidate will bring strong skills in project management, communication, and conservation strategy, and a deep commitment to protecting land that matters.

Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Land Conservation Manager to lead the organization’s land acquisition efforts. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing our strategic conservation goals by managing a portfolio of fee-simple and conservation easement transactions in compliance with the Land Trust Alliance’s (LTA) Standards & Practices.

The Manager will be responsible for initiating, negotiating, and closing complex land transactions, while cultivating trusted relationships with landowners and conservation partners. The role also supervises the Land Conservation Associate and collaborates with internal departments, legal counsel, and funding partners to ensure projects are implemented with integrity, transparency, and a lasting conservation impact.