Conservation Agent/Planner

Job overview

The Conservation Agent/Planner role is onsite in Marblehead, MA, with compensation of $66,625.72–$86,613.79 per year. The position is part of the Town of Marblehead’s Community Development & Planning Department and supports the Conservation Commission’s stewardship and regulatory responsibilities. The role administers wetlands and related local and state requirements, reviews development plans and permits, conducts site inspections, and advises the Commission. It also contributes to town planning goals through public assistance, records and data management, and coordination with residents, developers, and other professionals.

What you'll do

• Administer state and local wetlands bylaws and enforcement matters
• review plans for wetlands, stormwater, erosion control, and floodplain compliance
• investigate and monitor wetland matters and make recommendations to the Conservation Commission
• support Commission meetings
• assist applicants with permit applications and explain applicable laws
• review building permit applications and site plans
• inspect sites and construction work
• investigate possible violations
• review wetland delineations
• maintain records, files, databases, webpages, and documents
• collect and analyze information for planning studies, grants, policy documents, and public communications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

conservation agent/planner

full-time

onsite

marblehead ma

wetlands protection

conservation commission

stormwater

environmental planning

site inspections

permit review

gis

$66,625.72–$86,613.79

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Combines wetlands regulation, field inspections, Conservation Commission support, and broader municipal planning duties.

About the employer

Town of Marblehead is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Conservation Programs. Sector: 92.