environmental jobs in rockford

The Natural Land Institute (NLI) has an exciting opportunity for a natural resource professional to lead and build a stewardship team that manages its 3,500 acres of land in northern Illinois and adjacent southern Wisconsin. NLI, based in Rockford, Illinois (one of the region’s most affordable metropolitan areas), is a growing private not-for-profit, accredited land trust founded by conservation icon George B. Fell in 1958.  The position will be responsible for leaving a lasting legacy of protected and well-managed natural lands following NLI’s mission. Director of Land Stewardship Position Description Job Objectives :     Develop and implement ecological restoration and natural area management plans on lands owned by NLI.  This position is responsible for conducting prescribed burns, invasive species control, and hydrological management; conducting inventories and studies of natural communities and flora and fauna on protected lands; assist with public outreach,...