Conservation Assistant in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

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The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact for people and nature around the world in 69 countries, all 50 United States, major US cities and in your neighborhood. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Conservation Assistant performs and participates to develop a fire response handbook that distills the information in the Dare County Peninsula Water Management Capability plan into an easy to use field manual for Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and Dare County Bombing Range staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Conservation Assistant position will focus on, as a part of the Albemarle-Pamlico Climate Change Adaptation Project (APCCAP) initiated by The Nature Conservancy and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, a multi-partner water management capability plan. This plan has been developed for over 65,000 acres in Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge and the Dare County Bombing Range with the aim of restoring more natural hydrologic conditions, reducing saltwater intrusion, and supporting fire management. S/he will work closely with conservation staff and partners to provide a field manual to manage water flow and capacity with in the ditch network at Alligator River Refuge. S/he may also support Conservation staff with ongoing stewardship and restoration projects in the APCCAP as needed. Key projects will include:

• Working with partners at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Dare County Bombing Range to develop a mutually agreed upon nomenclature for water management cells and associated structures.
• Organizing partner meetings to define critical components of a fire response handbook.
• Developing maps of individual water management cells that indicate the locations of primary and secondary structures.
• Collecting and reporting data associated with water volume, structure information and fire response use for each water management cell in the Dare County Peninsula Water Management Capability Plan.
• Designing and producing a field-ready fire response handbook in a clear and concise format.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

• Will interact with state agency, TNC staff, and/or academic partners.
• Works under close or infrequent supervision.
• May work in variable weather conditions, in isolated settings, and under minor physically demanding circumstances.
• Requires minor physical exertion and/or muscular strain.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience.
• Clear communication skills via written, spoken, and graphical means in English.
• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, web browsers, Google Earth, online mapping tools).
• Experience or coursework using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to produce maps.
• Experience using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) units in the field.
• Experience with organizational skills, attention to detail and working independently.
• Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g .boats, trailers, water quality meters, two-way radio, etc).
• Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, and driver’s license).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 Years of university or higher education and working toward a degree in coastal ecology or biological sciences, natural resource management, or equivalent field.
• Working knowledge of water management and water monitoring.
• Understanding of wildfire response in peat soils.
• Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Interest in developing as a professional in an environmentally-related career.
• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

This is a short term position, with an expected duration of 8 weeks.

HOW TO APPLY

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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 men and women 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.

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Job Title: Conservation Assistant

Location: North Carolina

Job ID: 45272

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Full-Time