Huron Pines recently announced they are opening, in early 2020, a second office in Alpena that will focus on the Lake Huron coast! Huron Pines is in search of two new full-time staff members who will occupy the new space. 

The Coastal Project Manager will provide leadership in native ecosystem protection and restoration by identifying and prioritizing projects, coordinating programs and finding the resources necessary to conserve natural ecosystems. This position will also serve as a community liaison for Huron Pines within the community, at partner meetings and at conferences in Michigan. Applications are due by November 8, 2019.

The Communications Associate will develop and execute communications and marketing strategies in print and on the web to reach donors, volunteers, funders and partners across Michigan. This position will also support fundraising and development efforts and is expected to be engaged and active within the community and the region. Applications are due by November 8, 2019. 

Garmon continues, "now it's time to apply that tradition of national leadership to the outdoor recreation economy." Michigan will officially join the Confluence of States during a joint signing at the end of October in St. George, Utah. ​

Chikaming Open Lands is seeking a full-time Stewardship Coordinator to assist with all land protection activities and participate in education and outreach programs.  The coordinator will also help develop, plan and implement stewardship programs, including nature preserve management and conservation easement stewardship. Deadline to apply is September 30, 2019. 

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan is seeking applicants for two full-time positions. 

The Development Director is responsible for the oversight of all LCWM annual fund, major gift, and planned giving activities and includes identifying, researching and securing funds available through individuals, foundations, and businesses. This position also oversees the development staff and all development initiatives. 

The Development and Events Specialist is responsible for assisting the Development Director with all aspects of organizational fundraising, with a primary focus on events and donor database management. The Specialist will also assist with any additional operational or strategic needs of the organization. 

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced the creation of an Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, on behalf of the Michigan Strategic Fund. ​

Walloon Lake Trust + Conservancy is seeking a full-time Director of Conservation Programs. The Director of Conservation Programs directly influences the Conservancy’s activities to acquire land or interests in land, oversees management of fee properties (Preserves), leads water protection initiatives, administers the conservation easement stewardship program, and assists with communications, fundraising, regional planning as well as staff and volunteer management in coordination with the Executive Director. 

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan is seeking a full-time Land Protection Coordinator. The Land Protection Coordinator works with the Land Protection Director to lead land protection efforts including acquisition of conservation easements and fee simple nature preserves, coordinate with other organization and government entities on community projects, and to work with the Conservation Easement Stewardship Specialist to manage issues related to conservation easement properties.

The Chippewa Watershed Conservancy is seeking a full-time Executive Director.  Responsibilities include supporting and implementing the CWC’s strategic plan and associated management plans, implementing land conservation and stewardship policies and practices of the CWC, be the official representative of the CWC to develop and maintain community relations and outreach, be responsible to build endowed and designated funds by active fundraising, financially manage the CWC, and provide staff and volunteer management and leadership.