Northeast Indiana Land Steward

Angola, Indiana (IN)

The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 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.
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This position is based in Angola (northeast Indiana), and covers portions of Steuben, Lagrange, Elkhart, Kosciusko, Noble, Allen, and Dekalb Counties.  The Northeast Indiana Land Steward participates in preserve operations including the maintenance, management, development, and coordination of conservation programs.  This includes the following functions:

• Leads work teams and supervise staff.
• Furthers the Conservancy’s strategic goals.
• Implements preserve management plans, including invasive control and prescribed fire.
• Provides written summaries of work activities.
• Maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public.
• Monitors & researches species.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Operates heavy machinery.

The Northeast Indiana Land Steward will be supervised by the Director of Northern Indiana Stewardship, and will supervise seasonal staff. The position is based in Angola, but will entail regular travel throughout northeast Indiana and occasional travel throughout the state. The position may include participation in wild land fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies, either as a TNC employee, or as a volunteer or short term employee of the partner entity (such as an Administratively Determined, short term federal employee). This is a two-year position with potential for extension if funds are available.
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• 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. 
• Knowledge of natural systems.
• Experience in ecological land management principles.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience performing physical work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and one to two years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Experience working with or knowledge of natural systems.  Ability to recognize plant and animal species as required to complete preserve management activities.
• Knowledge of ecological land management principles.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and natural resource preservation.
• Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results.
• 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.
• Safe use of maintenance tools; including lawn mowers, power tools, and construction tools.

• Employment term of this position is two years, unless funds are available for extension.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

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.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

The Northeast Indiana Land Stewardmay work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:

• require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
• present frequent possibility of injury
• require long hours in isolated settings
• Ability to achieve physical fitness standard as determined by local Fire Program Manager.

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.
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To apply to position number 41408, 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 September 18, 2013.

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