BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
Westchester Land Trust (WLT) is a conservation organization dedicated to preserving and restoring natural landscapes to benefit the communities we serve. We work with public and private partners to protect land in perpetuity in Westchester and eastern Putnam counties—a densely populated region under persistent threat from the pressures of development. WLT has protected 9,250 acres of open space, through conservation easements, preserves, and assisting partner organizations. We work across urban, suburban, and rural areas to promote environmental stewardship, land preservation, and connections to nature. More than 1,200 acres of land are owned by the organization, much of which are free and open to the public year-round.
WLT is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture while expanding the reach and impact of our programs through innovative partnerships, and impactful land conservation and stewardship. We are dedicated to continued listening, learning, and growth. As a result, we are adjusting our organizational systems, structures, and policies to increase equity, address opportunities for growth, and expand the spaces in our organizational culture for those who have not been historically included. WLT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diverse candidates and candidates with nontraditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Conservation Apprentice Part-time, Temporary, Non-Exempt Bedford Hills, New York Program Manager
APPRENTICESHIP GOALS:
Westchester Land Trust’s conservation apprenticeship program is designed to provide high school graduates and college students an authentic paid experience to explore and pursue a career in conservation. We aim to balance fieldwork with office-based work and expect a ratio of 65% field to 35% office work.