JOB OPPORTUNITY

Job Position: Land Securement Specialist
Organization: The Bruce Trail Conservancy
Location: 55 Head St, Suite 101, Dundas, Ontario (much travel required)
Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000

Calling All Conservation Champions: Secure the Bruce Trail

We need a Land Securement Specialist!

Are you passionate about preserving Ontario's natural beauty? Do you dream of safeguarding iconic landscapes for generations to come? Join the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) as a Land Securement Specialist and make a tangible impact on protecting Canada's oldest and longest marked footpath.

About the Bruce Trail Conservancy

The Bruce Trail Conservancy is one of Canada’s leading forces in conservation, committed to protecting the Niagara Escarpment's sensitive lands and a permanent route for the Bruce Trail. We're more than just a land trust – we're stewards of a legacy, ensuring the world-class Bruce Trail remains accessible and cherished by all.

The Challenge

The Niagara Escarpment faces increasing pressures from habitat loss, development, and population growth. We're in a race against time to secure critical lands, connect vital corridors, and safeguard the biodiversity that calls this region home.

Your Role

As a Land Securement Specialist, you'll be at the forefront of our land securement efforts. You'll build relationships with landowners, negotiate agreements, and navigate complex real estate transactions. Your work will directly contribute to expanding our conservation corridor and preserving the Bruce Trail's natural integrity.

What You'll Bring

• Passion for Conservation: A deep commitment to environmental protection and the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s mission.
• Negotiation Prowess: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to secure win-win agreements.
• Relationship Builder: A natural ability to connect with landowners and foster trust.
• Real Estate Acumen: A strong understanding of real estate, appraisals, and land securement options, processes and strategies
• Strategic Thinker: The ability to identify priority properties and develop effective acquisition strategies.

What We Offer

• Meaningful Impact: Make a lasting contribution to Ontario's conservation legacy.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion.
• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Join the Movement

If you're ready to turn your passion for conservation into action, apply today! Together, we can secure the Bruce Trail's future and create a lasting legacy for generations to enjoy.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@brucetrail.org by 4 pm, Friday, October 18th.

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The Bruce Trail Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Bruce Trail Conservancy is one of Ontario’s largest land trusts and the steward of Canada’s oldest and longest marked footpath the iconic Bruce Trail. We are a member-driven, volunteer-based, charitable organization, governed by a 19-member Board of Directors.

The Bruce Trail Conservancy understands the path forward depends on healthy, protected land. We are grounded in the evidence that land, in a natural state or brought back to ecological health, is a critical step to building nature-based solutions to address our climate crisis. The Bruce Trail Conservancy is the only charitable organization working to preserve sensitive Escarpment lands, while making them safe and accessible for the people of Ontario. To date the BTC has protected over 18,000 acres of the Niagara Escarpment. We are working to secure the missing lands from our conservation corridor. Habitat loss, developmental pressure, population growth and climbing land prices add urgency to our important mission.

Niagara Escarpment lands contribute significantly to the ecology of this region of Ontario through water filtration, carbon storage, and habitat protection, as well as being home to species at risk. In carrying out our mandate, we are committed to protecting species and their habitat, and ensuring new Bruce Trail does not negatively impact the environment.

Being a charitable organization, we raise money primarily from individual donors to acquire and care for Escarpment lands and secure a natural corridor for the Bruce Trail. Working with each of the nine Bruce Trail Clubs, we are committed to ensuring free and safe public access to the world-class Trail. To date,70.2% of the Bruce Trail is now on permanently protected land, and the Conservancy is committed to securing 100%, with the support of its members and donors.

The BTC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the opportunity for a hybrid working arrangement, as well as ongoing training and support for all positions within the organization.