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How much do conservation project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for conservation project manager in Putney, VT is $92,967.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,200.00 and $108,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a conservation project manager?

A Conservation Project Manager oversees and coordinates environmental and conservation projects, ensuring they meet ecological, financial, and regulatory goals. They develop project plans, manage budgets, collaborate with stakeholders, and monitor progress to ensure successful implementation. Their work often involves habitat restoration, wildlife protection, and sustainable land or resource management. Strong leadership, project management, and ecological knowledge are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a conservation project manager?

To excel as a Conservation Project Manager, you need a background in environmental science or a related field, strong project management skills, and experience leading conservation initiatives. Familiarity with GIS software, project management tools like Microsoft Project or Asana, and certifications such as PMP or Prince2 are often preferred. Outstanding communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities help you build partnerships and manage diverse teams effectively. These skills are crucial for navigating complex conservation projects, meeting funding and regulatory requirements, and ensuring long-term positive environmental outcomes.

What are some typical challenges conservation project managers face in their day-to-day work?

Conservation Project Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing stakeholder interests, adapting projects to changing environmental regulations, and managing limited budgets. They must also address unexpected ecological impacts, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones. Flexibility and problem-solving are key, as priorities can shift due to weather conditions, funding changes, or community needs. Being prepared for these challenges is crucial to delivering effective, sustainable conservation outcomes.

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Food Processing Hub Manager

Claremont, NH • On-site

Sullivan County
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the operations of the Food Processing Hub, ensuring the safe, timely, and undamaged flow of products.

  • Greet, train, and assist users of the Hub, and maintain the facility and equipment.

  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including sanitation and monitoring food safety-related processes.

Job description

Description The Sullivan County Conservation District (SCCD) is seeking a candidate for the position of Food Processing Hub Manager. This position reports directly to the District Manager, with support and guidance from a Hub Steering Committee. The purpose of the shared-use Farm and Community Food Processing Hub is to strengthen the local and regional food system by enabling farmers, homesteaders and food entrepreneurs to safely produce frozen and shelf-stable products from locally sourced fruits, vegetables, herbs and nuts.

The position is a non-exempt, full-time 40 hour per week year-round position funded through a Northen Borders Regional Commission Catalyst Grant. This position is grant funded and will be contingent upon the availability of continued funding after 12/1/2028. The total compensation package is $80,000 per year: final salary is dependent on the candidate's medical benefits election at the time of hire.

This position is in-person, on location at the Farm and Community Food Processing Hub in Unity, New Hampshire Examples of Duties The Hub Manager oversees the operations of the new Food Processing Hub, combining day-to-day operations and longer-term planning to ensure the safe, timely, and undamaged flow of Food Hub products: Greet, train and assist users of the Hub. Maintain the facility and equipment. Ensure facility compliance with food safety regulations, including sanitation programs.

Perform, monitor, track, and record food safety-related processes. Creatively problem solve as daily operational needs evolve, calmly adapting to, and solving for, unexpected issues. Assist in keeping accurate operations records through various tracking mechanisms and reporting functions.

Track Hub production and finances, and draft project reports. Proactively assess production and distribution efficiencies and propose areas of strategic development and continuous improvement. Typical Qualifications 1 to 2 years of management experience in one or more of the following types of roles.

Some professional experience in the food industry is strongly preferred: Operations Project management Farming or food production Other applicable lived experience Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, safety rules, operation/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills: in person, over the phone, by email, and text. Excellent customer service skills and/or successful teaching experience.

Familiarity with computers, spreadsheets and digital business management tools. Strong organizational skills and natural proclivity for keeping detailed records. Enthusiastic ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Comfortable with change and growth in an evolving business; creative problem solver and ability to jump in where needed to optimize operations. Helpful, calm, professional presence. Preferred: Relationships with/knowledge of local food producers.

Knowledge of/experience with food processing (freezing, dehydrating, freeze drying, and/or nut production). Experience in small business management and/or business development, especially in the food sector. Knowledge of basic food safety regulations.

Food safety training.

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