Job ID: 53174
Location: Idaho
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
OFFICE LOCATION
Hailey, Idaho, USA
WHO WE ARE
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.”
WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
The Land and Water Conservation Director is directly responsible for leadership, management and accountability of the Chapter’s Conserve Land and Water Initiative which include strategies such as private land and water protection, salmon recovery, and improved management of Idaho’s forests and sagebrush ecosystems. They directly supervise staff and lead teams associated with private and public land conservation, restoration, and stewardship. They provide strategic leadership for the Idaho Chapter, while creating a positive, collaborative, and results-driven culture. They negotiate complex and innovative solutions with diverse partners, including complex real estate transactions, large scale restoration projects and multi-party collaboratives. They establish the Conservancy as a major conservation partner in Idaho with local communities, tribes, government agencies, other NGOs, donors, and supporters. They negotiate complex and innovative transactions and solutions with government agencies, tribes, and landowners to ensure strong, equitable, and lasting significant contributions to the Conservancy’s 2030 goals.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU
For over 50 years, The Nature Conservancy has demonstrated that we can play a unique and critical role in shaping and implementing large-scale solutions to conserve the lands and water of Idaho. We have established ourselves as valued and credible partners and are looking to build on this work in a rapidly changing ecological, social, political, and climatic context. The Land and Water Conservation Director is responsible for developing and sustaining an inspiring and compelling vision of success for the Conservancy’s land and water conservation programs in Idaho. They act as a spokesperson for the Conservancy’s work in Idaho engaging and presenting to key audiences including trustees, donors, media, and partners. They work closely with the Development team to raise capital and operating funds from public and private sources. They build, direct, and provide support to a team of dedicated team members and collaborates with Conservancy colleagues across the Western U.S. and North America to achieve success. It is expected that this approach will lead new ways of working with tribes, partners, and colleagues across the West to ensure strong and lasting significant contributions to the Conservancy’s 2030 goals.
This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, team-oriented, and self-aware individual to join our amazing team based in beautiful Hailey, Idaho.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- BA/BS degree in natural resources management, conservation, business, law or another related field of study and at least 5 years’ experience in land conservation, real estate, law, business or related field.
- Experience working with a wide range of people, such as landowners, tribes, donors and government officials.
- Experience negotiating complex agreements.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience in developing and managing multiple projects and timelines.
- Experience working with computers, including database management.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- Knowledge of current trends and strategies in land and water conservation.
- Experience directing a major program and coordinating complex projects in a decentralized organization, working across teams, operating units and functions to achieve optimal results.
- Management experience including ability to motivate, lead, set objectives, and manage performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
- Consistently demonstrate professional, positive, self-aware, and approachable attitude.
WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.
AUTO SAFETY POLICY
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.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 53174, 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.
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Where legally permissible, TNC requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated and willing to keep up to date with vaccines that protect against COVID-19. By accepting an offer of employment, you agree to comply with this requirement, unless you are entitled to a legally mandated exemption.
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.
