Careers
Working with Legacy Land Conservancy is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact in Southern Michigan as part of a team that values collaboration, curiosity, and care for one another—and the places we protect.
Legacy is committed to justice, equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in all aspects of our work—including how we hire. Fair and equitable hiring is key to building a diverse team with a wide array of skillsets and a stronger organization.
Learn more about our hiring process and discover how Legacy’s workplace culture supports balance, inclusion, and growth for all its team members.
Current Openings
Preserve Stewardship Technician
(full-time, temporary)
What to Expect During the Hiring Process
Our hiring process is designed to reduce bias and increase transparency. From posting job expectations and compensation to using blind resume reviews and structured interviews, we work hard to create an equitable experience for all applicants. Built on openness and communication, not only will you always hear back from us, but we will keep you informed of your status throughout every step.
Why Work at Legacy?
Legacy is driven by knowledgeable, passionate people who lead with trust, inclusivity, and transparency.
- We are committed to a flexible, hybrid work environment, and we work to create a schedule that works for everyone.
- We encourage growth through monthly one-on-one supervisor meetings, paid trainings, webinars, staff learning opportunities, and open dialogue.
- We enhance creativity through collaboration and teamwork. Weekly staff check-ins, monthly staff meetings, and monthly staff happy hours keep us connected to each other as co-workers and people.
- We are passionate about protecting the environment, and understand the critical role we play in mitigating the effects of the climate crisis.
- While our work is serious, we strive to inject humor, laughter, and joy into our lives. Bring your best puns and dad jokes!
- We understand that healthy life-work harmony is important for all of us to do our best work. Rest is just as important as productivity, and we offer paid time off to all employees—part and full time.
Open Book Management
We believe that fiscal responsibility and transparency are essential—not only to honor the value of our staff, but also the generosity of our donors, volunteers, and supporters.
That’s why our leadership team practices Open Book Management. Decisions aren’t made in a vacuum; they’re made with openness, shared understanding, and input from across the organization. Every team member’s voice matters, and everyone is encouraged to engage in the financial health and direction of Legacy.
We Offer $7,000+ in Annual Benefits
100%
Employer-paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
$500
Annual health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) contribution (prorated for part time)
3%
Up to 3% employer match to each employees’ 401K or Roth IRA
24 + 12
Accrued, paid personal time off starting at 24 days per year with annual increases plus 12 paid holidays
What Does Our Staff Say?
"I love the collaborative spirit of the team and the many amazing skills that have been brought together to develop a professional and thriving nonprofit land trust. And, I love the joyful atmosphere where laughter helps even when things are stressful."
"What I love most is that the work we do at Legacy is tangible! The conservation projects or goals we have worked towards happen in real time—and I even get to visit the land we have protected throughout the years."
"At Legacy, I get to do what I love—working with both people and numbers—while also having the flexibility I need as a mom of two teenagers. Best of all, I’m part of a nonprofit where accomplishing the mission truly comes first."