Land, Building & Grounds Manager

Functions and Duties:

Land Resource Management –

• Supervise Land Stewards and volunteers to protect trails and natural resources
• Maintain sustainable public access for educational and recreational use
• Design wildlife habitat plans alongside the Director of Operations
• Execute the 10-year Forest Stewardship Plan (2026-2036)
• Collaborate with Board committees on ongoing plant and animal studies and maintenance
• Manage invasive and native species using GPS/GIS mapping technologies
• Partner with universities and government to conduct scientific research

Building Oversight -

• Maintain relationships with partners and coordinate with vendors/contractors to make sure that land and building maintenance, structures and equipment are being adequately maintained  
• Utilize best practices from similar organizations to improve Nature Center operations
• Coordinate building sustainability projects using ecological best practices

Administrative -

• In conjunction with Director of Operations, develop/manage the land resource program budget
• Implement grant proposals and prepare quantitative data, images from activities, and necessary textual support for grant writing and reporting 
• Prepare land, building & grounds reports as needed by supervisor(s)
• Coordinate land resources team systems, tasks, work schedules and calendars

Additional Responsibilities -

• Help coordinate and implement special events
• Assist education and land resource management staff in the proper care of captive animals
• Ensure that land resource department staff provide coverage of the Nature Center building for public open hours on Saturdays 

Qualifications:

• 5 years+ of experience managing staff and volunteers in a Nature Center, park system or other related setting preferred
• Knowledge of how to build, repair and maintain property & equipment is strongly recommended 
• Physical Demands: Position requires frequent standing and hiking, occasional bending or squatting. Must be able to move or transport items weighing up to 40 lbs. independently.
• Good computer skills, and familiarity with GPS/GIS a plus
• Ability to work with volunteers, government entities, peer organizations, and research institutions is a requirement  
• Background check/criminal history check required 
• Strong preference for candidate who can work Saturdays, and some Sundays and evenings

Time Commitment: 

Start will be 24 hours per week with Saturdays a very strong preference and some evening and Sunday hours required.  The potential for full-time hours for the right candidate that excels in the position & budget parameters allow. 

Expected Start Date: October 2026

Salary Range: $24-$28 per hour depending on relevant management and work experience

Benefits: FRB provides pro-rated paid time off for all employees. Retirement plan with organizational matching also available.

Contact:       Send cover letter and resume to:                                                                                             Stephen Wiessner, Executive Director                                                                                                           Flat Rock Brook Nature Association                                                                                                         443 Van Nostrand Avenue                                                                                                                       Englewood, NJ 07631                                                                                                                         Phone: (201) 567-1265 x202                                                                                                steve@flatrockbrook.org