Land Preservation Manager

Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is seeking a Land Preservation Manager to oversee our efforts to preserve and protect land in the scenic Driftless Area of northwest Illinois. We’re looking for a motivated individual who can lead our land preservation work with integrity, collaboration, creativity, and insight. The Manager works closely with the Executive Director, legal counsel, funders, other staff, and private landowners to identify, negotiate, and protect high-priority natural and cultural landscapes throughout northwest Illinois. This position also manages our portfolio of 37 conservation easements totaling more than 5000 acres. This position reports to the Director of Special Projects.

JDCF’s mission is to preserve and steward land and water for the lasting well-being of all people and wildlife. We strive to achieve this mission through three primary program areas: Land Protection, Land Stewardship, and Education. Our work in these three areas is enriched through active, ongoing, and emergent partnerships with tribal nations whose ancestral homelands include northwest Illinois.

Use this link to view this position’s full job description: https://jdcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Land-Preservation-Manager-position-description.pdf