State of Massachusetts
Director, Division of Conservation Services
State of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
State of Massachusetts Director, Division of Conservation Services in Boston, Massachusetts
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Director of Conservation Services serves as the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs expert in regard to land conservation and stewardship. Working to influence land conservation and development patterns – especially where land is permanently protected – to advance EEA’s climate, energy, and environmental goals is a key responsibility of the position. The Director is the EEA lead in regard to implementation of the Resilient Lands Initiative (the state plan for land conservation & stewardship) via the Resilient Lands Conservation Coalition. Major Responsibility Areas: Manage the nine Division staff responsible for twelve grant and tax credit programs, the review of 100-200 conservation restrictions per year, coordination with 13 Conservation Districts, and the State Commission on Soil, Water and Related Resources. Advise EEA leadership on funding, policy, and programmatic decisions to conserve and steward land and natural resources and mitigate and adapt to climate change. Implement the Resilient Lands Initiative, the Forests as Climate Solutions Initiative, and the Healthy Soils Action Plan. Facilitate monthly Interagency Lands Committee Meetings, help organize the annual State Agency-Land Trust Retreat and the annual Massachusetts Land Conservation Conference. Advance forest conservation & management initiatives, including development and implementation of carbon sequestration policies and programs. Address legislation affecting Article 97 protected conservation, park, water supply, and farmland under government care and control. Manage EEA involvement with the Woodlands Partnership of Western Massachusetts and Lampson Brook Farm. Other Duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: At least five years of management experience in a policy making/supervisory role. At least 5 years' experience working with land conservation and stewardship tools and techniques. Extensive experience working with public officials and making public presentations. Experience in urban or regional planning, environmental planning, public policy/administration, or a similar discipline. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to exercise sound judgment & make good decisions in sometimes stressful situations. Strong supervisory and management skills. Technical knowledge of state government policies and programs. Intimate knowledge of how public and private land conservation is accomplished in Massachusetts. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. Comprehensive Benefits:
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Job:
Environmental and Energy
*Organization:
Exec Office Of Energy and Environmental Affairs
*Title:
Director, Division of Conservation Services
*Location:
Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
*Requisition ID:
250002LI
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Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Director of Conservation Services serves as the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs expert in regard to land conservation and stewardship. Working to influence land conservation and development patterns – especially where land is permanently protected – to advance EEA’s climate, energy, and environmental goals is a key responsibility of the position. The Director is the EEA lead in regard to implementation of the Resilient Lands Initiative (the state plan for land conservation & stewardship) via the Resilient Lands Conservation Coalition. Major Responsibility Areas: Manage the nine Division staff responsible for twelve grant and tax credit programs, the review of 100-200 conservation restrictions per year, coordination with 13 Conservation Districts, and the State Commission on Soil, Water and Related Resources. Advise EEA leadership on funding, policy, and programmatic decisions to conserve and steward land and natural resources and mitigate and adapt to climate change. Implement the Resilient Lands Initiative, the Forests as Climate Solutions Initiative, and the Healthy Soils Action Plan. Facilitate monthly Interagency Lands Committee Meetings, help organize the annual State Agency-Land Trust Retreat and the annual Massachusetts Land Conservation Conference. Advance forest conservation & management initiatives, including development and implementation of carbon sequestration policies and programs. Address legislation affecting Article 97 protected conservation, park, water supply, and farmland under government care and control. Manage EEA involvement with the Woodlands Partnership of Western Massachusetts and Lampson Brook Farm. Other Duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: At least five years of management experience in a policy making/supervisory role. At least 5 years' experience working with land conservation and stewardship tools and techniques. Extensive experience working with public officials and making public presentations. Experience in urban or regional planning, environmental planning, public policy/administration, or a similar discipline. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to exercise sound judgment & make good decisions in sometimes stressful situations. Strong supervisory and management skills. Technical knowledge of state government policies and programs. Intimate knowledge of how public and private land conservation is accomplished in Massachusetts. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. Comprehensive Benefits:
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Job:
Environmental and Energy
*Organization:
Exec Office Of Energy and Environmental Affairs
*Title:
Director, Division of Conservation Services
*Location:
Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
*Requisition ID:
250002LI
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