Posted in Science 4 days ago.
Type: Full Time
OFFICE LOCATION
Woodbine, Cape May County, New Jersey, USA
NJ401
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."
The New Jersey Chapter of The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Land Protection Analyst to work with our Lands team in support of our 2030 goal of protecting 10,000 acres in the NJ Appalachians. The Land Protection Analyst will assist the Land Conservation Manager and Land Protection Specialist in developing priority mapping for land conservation, updating existing mapping of TNC Lands and preserve amenities (including trails), performing record and database management, and conducting targeted landowner outreach to accelerate the rate of land protection in the NJ Appalachians protection focus area. The Land Protection Assistant Analyst should have experience developing and manipulating maps using ESRI ArcGIS products, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. In addition, the Land Protection Analyst should be a good communicator, written and orally, and interested in contributing to NJ Chapter efforts to promote equitable conservation practices.
The Land Protection Analyst may have the opportunity to support other conservation projects throughout the New Jersey chapter, including Stewardship Team management of TNC preserves, Cities Team work in Newark and Paterson and Government Relations Team efforts to develop policy that creates safe road crossings for wildlife and financial incentives for conservation sellers.
Core job duties include:
* Develop TNC-NJ Land Protection Web Map and database to document the historical impact of TNC's land protection efforts across the state and streamline future land protection mapping needs.
* Manage and refine the landowner outreach database and associated Web Map for the New Jersey Appalachians Coalition to facilitate partner collaboration and accelerate the rate of land protection within the region.
* Assist the Land Protection Specialist in completing various mapping and project management tasks necessary to conserve priority properties.
* Participate in partner meetings, landowner site visits, and outreach events as needed.
* Work with minimal supervision.
Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We're looking for someone who is passionate, results oriented and a motivated problem-solver. Join us!
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Geography, Conservation Planning, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Landscape Architecture etc.).
* At least 1 year of related experience (assessed by relevance to job summary and essential functions).
* Knowledge and/or coursework in remote sensing, ecology, biology, or related natural sciences.
* Experience creating and manipulating maps with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS online.
* Experience with Microsoft Office suite of tools
* Good communication skills.
Additional Qualifications of Interest
* 3+ years of related experience (assessed by relevance to job summary and essential functions).
* Experience developing and managing large databases.
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We're proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
The position will be primarily located at the TNC Southern New Jersey Office in Woodbine, NJ with the possibility for some remote work. In addition, the position may require periodic meetings at the TNC Northern New Jersey Office in Chester, NJ and in the field in Warren and Sussex counties.
1 position is available 6/1/25 - 11/30/25 (6 months)
This position is paid for 35 hours of work per week at $28 per hour. Responsible for their own transportation to and from the meetings.
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.
The pay for this position is $28 hourly. This only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
To apply for job ID 56441, 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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