Employer LandYield Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Job DescriptionThe newly created LandYield Landowner Engagement Associate position will work directly with landowners to guide them through the submission and enrollment process for LandYield’s forest carbon program. Primary duties involve proactive outreach—calling new and existing landowner contacts to raise awareness, educating landowners regarding LandYield’s program offerings, addressing landowner questions, and providing technical guidance. These efforts will be in coordination and support of LY’s Sales and Marketing Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience and/or education in forest management, outreach and sales and/or forest carbon programs within the LandYield service area. As part of a small, growing team, the position requires flexibility, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities in support of LandYield’s mission.Key Responsibilities:Landowner Outreach/Recruitment SupportSupport landowner recruitment efforts through personal communication (email, phone calls, in-person visits) to inform and educate around program requirements, answer questions, and help landowners through the enrollment processWork with sales and GIS team to identify and contact high potential landowners Support and maintain the landowner sales pipelineManage and grow relationships with consulting foresters and firms across LandYield service areaRepresent LandYield at landowner and forestry conferences across the Midwest and Eastern USProject Submission and Contracting SupportSupport landowners with project submissions as needed, including answering questions about the LandYield platformCommunicate with landowners over phone and email to help them complete sites and submit needed documentsFollow up with landowners to answer questions about the LandYield program and move them through the contracting process.Secondary Responsibilities:Project Due DiligenceReview submitted forest carbon project sites for program eligibility Review submitted landowner documents including, deeds, tax bills, and easements according to approved SOPsPerform title and deed searches as needed to confirm ownership and program eligibilityAcquire deeds from county courthouses when necessary or directedClearly communicate site updates and requests to landowner both over email and phone A successful candidate will be:Passionate and enthusiastic about engaging with landowners, learning about their property, and building trust in the LandYield program through personal interactionsManaging project submissions with care, attention to detail, and solution-oriented mindsetOngoing, open communication and coordination with teamCommunicating clearly with landowners about project submissions and ongoing reviewsBuild a network of consulting foresters and serve as their primary point of contactBringing a positive, solution-oriented mindset to the team Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or relevant salesexperience with demonstrated interest in forestry/natural resources or experience recruiting landowners for enrollment in similar programs or leases for oil and gas, renewable energy, cell towers, etc. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with landowners by phone, email, and in person.1-3 years experience working in a forestry or environment-adjacent field (internship experience can be included in this)Demonstrated adaptability and team-oriented mindset, with the willingness to support outreach, enrollment, and operational tasks in a dynamic, fast-growing organization.Demonstrated interest in carbon markets and natural resource managementPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in forests across LandYield’s service areaFamiliarity with carbon markets, conservation programs, or natural resource policy in the Eastern or Midwestern U.S.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple landowner accounts and track enrollment progress.Compensation and Benefits:Salary Range: $60,000 – 80,000 based on experience and successFull benefits including healthcare, 401k, paid time offAnnual performance-based bonus Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Work will involve significant travel throughout LandYield's 32 state service area. Salary: $60-80,000/year commensurate with experience Job Benefits: Salary Range: $60,000 – 80,000 based on experience and successFull benefits including healthcare, 401k, paid time offAnnual performance-based bonus Application Deadline: Thu, 12/04/2025 - 12:00pm
