Mississippi Valley Conservancy (MVC) is looking for a detail-oriented Environmental Paralegal to support their work in advancing conservation efforts that benefit wildlife and the local community. This role combines meaningful land trust work with the satisfaction of completing enduring projects that meet the high standards set forth by Conservancy policy and the Land Trust Alliance’s (LTA) standards, practices, and accreditation requirements. As part of the Conservancy’s land protection team, the Environmental Paralegal position includes responsibilities in the intricacies of managing due diligence for real estate transactions, reviewing title commitments and surveys, preparing legal documents, file organization and maintenance, proofreading and review, administrative responsibilities, preparing reports and outreach communications. This position requires attention to detail, excellent record-keeping and documentation abilities, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment to make a tangible difference in conservation.
Read the full position description here: https://mississippivalleyconservancy.org/get-involved/employment-internships
Mississippi Valley Conservancy’s mission is to conserve native habitats and farmlands for the health and well-being of the Driftless Area. MVC is a nationally accredited, non-profit conservation organization that has protected over 26,000 acres, with more than 7,000 acres open for public enjoyment. They work across
the southwestern Wisconsin counties of Buffalo, Crawford, Grant, Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe, Richland, Trempealeau, and Vernon. Learn more about Mississippi Valley Conserancy on their website.
To apply please email a resume and cover letter as a single pdf to conservation director, Abbie Church at achurch@mississippivalleyconservancy.org by January 3, 2025. Qualified candidates will be invited to interview for the position. Finalists will be invited to a second interview and asked to provide three professional references.
ORGANIZATION: Mississippi Valley Conservancy
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 3, 2025
