Conservation Coordinator

Sacremento, Califronia, USA

The locaiton for these roles (we will hire 4 coordinators), is negotiable within California.

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Grounded in science, we develop innovative 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; respect for people, communities, and cultures; and a collaborative, bipartisan approach. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world.

The California Chapter is TNC’s largest state program and one of the largest, most dynamic conservation organizations in the country. With approximately 230 employees, from financial analysts and fundraisers to ecologists and economists, we are currently invested in 14 strategies to address the biggest challenges facing California and the world, including numerous community-based projects designed to increase the pace, scale, and effectiveness of conservation. Over the past six decades, we have protected 1.4 million acres, 5,000 miles of streams, and 3.8 million acres of ocean habitat in California and off the coast.

The California Chapter believes that we are most effective when we are embedded in our state’s communities, politics, media, and environmental issues. For this reason, and to reduce our carbon footprint when meeting in person, all staff live in California, including those in a home office.

Finally, we are passionate about the middle ground in American politics and life. The hallmark of The Nature Conservancy is its “big tent” approach, engaging people across the political and ideological spectrum to find solutions that last. We ask all employees to embrace this critical strategic position of our organization.

The Conservation Coordinator works in support of conservation programs and science staff across the state of California. They provide administrative, research, project management and other general assistance to staff working toward the achievement of protection, conservation, and stewardship goals. The Conservation Coordinator may assist in contract preparation and management, meeting coordination, and tracking of program deliverables and expenses. They work closely with Program and Science Directors, Strategy Leads, and Program Associates in the Land, Water, Oceans and Climate Programs to manage workflows and keep conservation teams on track to deliver outcomes.

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Conservation Coordinators have a front row seat to conservation in California. They provide critical support to conservation scientists and practitioners, allowing them to deliver big conservation wins across the state. Come join TNC and apply today!

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects.
• Experience handling standard business communications.
• Flexibility and can-do attitude.

The salary range for this position is ($24.17 /hr - $33.51/hr depending on experience and geographical location) full time, 35 hours per week.

To apply for job ID XX, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 8:59 PM PST on February, 23rd 2023. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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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 people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law.