Conservation Practitioner III

Elkins, West Virginia (WV)

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 35 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. 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.
 

The Conservation Practitioner III performs and participates in natural area operations including the maintenance, management, development and coordination of conservation programs. 
 

The Conservation Practitioner III leads work teams and supervises staff to ensure objectives of the Potomac Highlands Cooperative Weed and Pest Management Area field crew are being met. S/he maintains natural areas removes exotic species and/or monitors and researches species, maintains tools and equipment, operates heavy machinery, keeps treatment records for regulatory purposes, writes reports and updates partners of field crew progress.
 

• Supervise staff with responsibility for scheduling, training and development.
• May lead or monitor work groups consisting of staff, interns, and volunteers covering a wide geographic area.
• Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, and submitting expense reports. 
• Networks with diverse groups, including land owners, conservation partners, government officials, donors, board members and the general public to recruit support for the Conservancy and publicize Conservancy. 
• Works under minimal and distant supervision; must make independent decisions based on experience and judgments. 

• BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1 year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with natural systems.                    
• Experience in ecological land management principles.
• Experience supervising staff.                                                 
• Experience operating and or repairing various types of equipment and machinery.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 – 2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete restoration and management activities.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
• Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers). 
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

• May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy'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." Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers.

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.
 

To apply to position number 42968, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on April 20, 2015.

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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.

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