Conservation Coordinator at The Nature Conservancy in Easton, Maryland

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION

Easton, Maryland

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WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Conservation Coordinator will be a key member of TNC's Chesapeake Bay Program and the Chesapeake Bay Agriculture Team working to restore a healthy Chesapeake Bay that supports over 3,700 species of plants and animals, thriving local communities, and sustainable industries such as fisheries, farming, and toursim. The Conservation Coordinator will bring their enthusiasm to work with multiple conservation teams to advance projects that improve water quality, sustain, and increase biodiversity, and increase climate resiliency by facilitating efficient and effective communications among teams and partners, supporting rapid processing and approval processes to pay invoices and participant payments, draft contracts and facilitate approvals and deadlines, track and report on project deliverables and conservation outcomes, and plan fun and informative staff and partner meetings and activities.

This position will be based in our Easton, MD office with the ability to work remotely up to 2 days/week.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

By joining TNC's Chesapeake Bay Program and the Chesapeake Bay Agriculture Team, you will become part of a dedicated group of professionals who are among those leading the effort to promote agricultural sustainability and resilience across the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. This is an exciting opportunity to learn a wide diversity of conservation strategies and be part of a successful team that provides opportunities for future career growth. We seek a Conservation Coordinator who can complement and build on our team's existing strengths. For this position, we're looking for a Coordinator who...

• Will apply their passion for and/or experience in biodiversity, ecology, restoration, and/or agriculture.
• Can communicate effectively and efficiently with diverse groups and individuals on project teams and support their coordination on project tasks.
• Can manage their time effectively to meet deadlines while also working proactively across multiple projects and teams to manage project documents, schedules, deliverables, and progress simultaneously.
• Can manage and organize large amounts of information and data, ensure quality, and create summary reports and graphs.
• Can follow detailed directions to develop draft documents and navigate complex review processes.
• Can efficiently track and process payments for project work, including partner invoices and match documentation.
• Can coordinate engaging and fun meetings for attendees with varying needs.
• Can offer creative solutions about new and better ways to accelerate progress toward our conservation goals.
• Is excited to enthusiastically engage in new and diverse tasks as the need arises.
• Sees opportunities to help both nature and people thrive.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management, agriculture or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience understanding the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice (DEIJ) and effectively intergrating these values into their work
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suie
• Experience coordinating and managing multiple projects with multiple teams in multiple states.
• Experience planning meetings and/or events
• Experience handling standard business communications.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program.

Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.

Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the hourly range $23.00-$26.00 ($48,000 to $52,000 for annual base salary). This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 55900, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

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