Coastal Project Manager, Massachusetts

Massachusetts, USA

This is a Hybrid role based out of Greater Boston that will require multiple days of in-person availability per week.

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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.”

The Nature Conservancy is improving the health and climate resilience of ocean and coastal ecosystems, while supporting sustainable blue economies and communities. In Massachusetts, ocean ecosystem strategies are targeted toward increasing healthy and functional habitats (such as shellfish reefs, healthy water quality that supports seagrass, restorative aquaculture, salt marsh, and rocky habitat), and effective harvest management that rebuilds ocean biodiversity. Sustainable blue economies and communities include thriving fisheries, aquaculture, and other ocean-related businesses, in addition to tourism and recreation, culturally significant harvesting activities and foods, and upholding a sense of place connected to the ocean.

The Coastal Project Manager is a key team member who will help to advance coastal nature-based solutions to achieve TNC’s mission and 2030 goals arounds addressing the climate and biodiversity crises. This newly created position will work in close collaboration with the Director of MA Coastal Program and others to develop, oversee and manage field projects and advance the policy and practice of coastal and ocean conservation efforts that support achieving TNC’s mission.

This position may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. It requires regional travel and working flexible hours as needed.

The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and project management experience as well as an interest in collaborating with a variety of cross-functional colleagues and partners. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by implementing and managing coastal nature-based solutions!

Specific responsibilities include:

• Project management:
  • Oversee implementation of nature-based solutions projects, inclusive of habitat restoration (shellfish/oyster reef, seagrass, saltmarsh) and climate adaptation (living shorelines).
  • Manage relationships and complex partnerships including municipal, state, and federal agency staff, community members, contractors, researchers, industry members (e.g. aquaculture), and TNC staff at multiple scales of the organization.
  • Manage budgets, public and private fundraising and financial tracking and reporting, contracts, and vendors.
  • Oversee acquisition of local, state, and federal permitting, construction/implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Project identification and prioritization. Collect and analyze appropriate data sets for project pipeline development and prioritization.
  • Gain cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals.
  • Under minimal supervision, make independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.

• BA/BS degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project management experience including managing multiple/diverse activities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to track decisions, distribute action items, and follow up on progress.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience working across teams and communicating tactfully with a wide range of people.
• Experience with budget development and working within/managing a budget to complete projects.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements and/or contracts.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite,
• Knowledge, field work, research, or experience in habitat restoration, natural resource management/enforcement, natural resource extraction or aquaculture, coastal ecosystem processes, or coastal policy.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.

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 a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work 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 of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The Massachusetts Chapter believes in flexibility and as such, team members are working in a hybrid model: splitting workdays between home and using TNC office workspaces (Boston or Sheffield), as required. Our work has proven successful with a deliberate blend of virtual and in-person connections, as well as independent and collaborative work. This is considered a hybrid position and may work out of the Boston office or a home office.

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.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $78,000 - $90,600 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 55578, 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.

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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.

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

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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.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.