Top 56 Land conservation Jobs in New York State

Executive Director
Otsego County Conservation Association —Cooperstown, NY
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Email
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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In-House Code & Zoning Architect
Consultant company —New York, NY
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Management
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Construction Equipment Operator
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation —Walton, NY
- $19.33 an hour
- Temporary
- CDL B
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
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Field Operations Technician
Treeswift Inc —New York, NY
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Executive Director, Pine Barrens
Suffolk County Water Authority —Oakdale, NY
- $150,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Microsoft Office
Property Management Supervisor
Agency DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION —Kingston, NY
- $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture (NY HELPS)
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets —Albany, NY
- $86,681 - $109,650 a year
- Online Application
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Watershed Agricultural Coordinator
Monroe County Soil & Water Conservation District —Rochester, NY
- $55 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Senior Research Associate -Located at Cornell Biological Field Station Bridgeport NY
Cornell University —New York State
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Adoption assistance
- Parental leave
Extension Associate - Lab of Ornithology
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $82,000 a year
- Spanish
- 5 years
- English
- Adoption assistance
- Parental leave
Vice President, Individual Giving
Wildlife Conservation Society —Bronx Zoo, NY
- $285,000 - $315,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Office
Vice President, Conservation
APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB —Haverstraw, NY
- $120,870 - $175,236 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- 11+ years
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Campgrounds Program Coordinator - NY HELPS
State of New York - Environmental Conservation, Department of —Haines Falls, NY
- $63,136 - $76,359 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
5d
Fish and Wildlife Technician 1
State of New York - Environmental Conservation, Department of —Ridge, NY
- $19.33 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
14h
Research Foundation - Research Support Specialist AEC Newcomb Campus
SUNY ESF —Newcomb, NY
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Databases
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
6d
Director Capital Strategy (Environmental Review Policy)
Metropolitan Transportation Authority —New York, NY
- $136,505 - $170,631 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Office
- Databases
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
6d
Post Doc Associate-K. Lisa Yang Wildlife Health Fellows Program
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $62,232 - $88,745 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Adoption assistance
- Parental leave
Full-Stack Geospatial Developer
New York Botanical Garden —Bronx, NY
- $130,000 - $144,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
13d
Civil Engineer I
Sherwood Design Engineers —New York, NY
- $73,000 - $82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
New York Agricultural Stewardship Associate
AMERICAN FARMLAND TRUST —Rochester, NY
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Overtime
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health savings account
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Executive Director

Otsego County Conservation Association
Cooperstown, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Bachelor of Science
Project management
Organizational skills
Bachelor of Arts

Full Job Description

Executive Director, Otsego County Conservation Association

Organization:
Otsego County Conservation Association

Posted:
July 13, 2026

Location:
Cooperstown, New York

Position:
Executive Director

Salary:
$65,000-$75,000

Website:
www.occainfo.org

Application Deadline:
Until filled

Employment Level:
Full time

Job Description
Otsego County Conservation Association (OCCA) is a private, non-profit environmental conservation organization dedicated to promoting the appreciation and sustainable use of Otsego County’s natural resources. Our major pillars of practice include Environmental Education; Resource Protection and Community Science.

OCCA is active in regional environmental education, natural resource protection, community science, invasive species, community resiliency planning, composting, recycling, and energy.

Founded in 1968, OCCA has been involved in virtually every major environmental issue facing the county, including high volume hydrofracking, energy planning, watershed preservation and planning, invasive species management, and solid waste, and we have accumulated a long list of accomplishments in the arena of environmental improvement, partnerships, protection, and education.

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of OCCA and is responsible for daily and long-term management and planning for OCCA, including, but not limited to,

matters of finance
programs
personnel
office management
fund development
public relations
special activities

The Executive Director provides the vision and leadership to advance all aspects of the organization. The ideal candidate will have:

a passion for the mission of OCCA
strong management and administration and collaboration/facilitation skills
a commitment to and excellence in fundraising with a specific focus on direct donation development
an overarching strategic vision
extensive experience in at least three of the following:·

o Non-profit Finance

o Community Science

o Environmental Education

o Partnerships and Collaborations

The Executive Director

Reports directly to OCCA’s Board of Directors
Acts as staff liaison to the Board, the Executive Committee, and other committees of the Board
Is a non-voting member of committees elected or appointed by the Board
Will keep abreast of changes in state and federal environmental
Suggests policies and procedures to govern OCCA operations and works with OCCA staff to develop and implement them
Is a non-voting member of committees elected or appointed by the Board
Will keep abreast of changes in energy, public lands, and water issues affecting the Otsego County region
Will be knowledgeable about administrative, legislative, and legal avenues to advance OCCA’s conservation and environmental campaigns
Works with staff to devise appropriate campaign strategies and oversees their implementation for OCCA's conservation priorities
Provides the campaign oversight for OCCA's varies conservation, environmental and education agendas in the Otsego County region
Provides direct supervision of OCCA's campaign and program staff to develop annual work plans, implement campaigns and set measurable benchmarks for success
Represents OCCA within the community; developing and sustaining coalitions and partnerships, as well as with individuals, members and potential donors
Oversees OCCA's communication strategies, including print and web-based media
Prepares annual organizational budget and assists Fundraising Committee with annual fundraising plan
Oversees implementation of major donor program, including identifying and cultivating major donor prospects and gift donations
Other duties as assigned

OCCA’s financial documents can be seen online at http://www2.guidestar.org/organizations/23-7250655/otsego-county-conservation-assn.aspx

Qualifications

Minimum B.A. or B.S. in an environmental field, or equivalent work experience, is required with preference given to those with advanced degrees, non- profit/business management and/or public administration
2+ years experience as an Executive Director, or comparable management experience, with preference given for experience relevant to OCCA’s mission
Proven track record of fundraising success, including foundation solicitations, major donor campaigns, and/or success in grant procurement
Experienced in public relations/media, including developing strategic messaging for the organization
Knowledge of and experience with conservation issues and geography of Otsego County, including energy development, public lands management, land use planning, wilderness and water issues
Understanding of the cultural and economic diversity of the region
Strong organizational skills to plan, schedule and prioritize tasks including managing time sensitive projects or grants with overlapping deadlines
Ability to balance a complex budget through skillful use of available resources
Excellent writing and oral skills and demonstrated success managing communications and public relations for an organization
Experience managing staff with diverse talents and backgrounds, and strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated capacity to involve and motivate volunteers, patrons, community leaders, and peers in shared endeavors and values

Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $65,000-$75,000. Benefits include employer-paid health, dental, vision and employer-matched Individual Retirement Account, paid holidays, and a generous vacation package.

Application Instructions
Please provide cover letter, resume and a list of three references via e-mail to [email protected] with “Executive Director Job Application” in the subject line. Application review will begin on August 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. See www.occainfo.org for additional information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

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