The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
The Nature Conservancy is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in all 50 states and more than 33 countries. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The SBR Land Steward will work in collaboration with the Science and Stewardship staff and the Southern Blue Ridge Project Director to accomplish conservation work in the upstate of South Carolina. This will include one or more of the following functions: • Preserve management and monitoring • Participation in broader stewardship networks for issues such as fire, invasives, and ecological management • Assist with easement monitoring • Supervise and coordinate volunteers • Develop and manage contracts for work on our preserves and other conservation projects in the upstate • Participate in prescribed fire discussions and program building in the Southern Blue Ridge project area. • Grant writing and administration • Stewardship program record keeping • Communicate and collaborate with landowners, partners, and the general public on land-based projects • Support the Marketing and Philanthropy staff by providing information about TNC’s conservation work, contact with potential donors, leading field trips, etc. • Other tasks as required
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally. • Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, Web browsers, etc • Experience performing physical work.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
This is a part-time position (21 hours/week). Funding for the position will be available for approximately three years.
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.
BENEFITS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 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.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit resume and cover letter as one document. All sections of online application must be completed (e.g. work experience and education, even if information is included in resume) to be considered for a position.
