Land Stewardship Manager

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Idaho Land Stewardship Manager coordinates, manages and implements Idaho’s conservation easement stewardship program, overseeing TNC’s compliance with legal monitoring and reporting requirements to protect conservation values on each easement. They manage most of the conservation easements held by the Idaho Business Unit, with a geographic range across western, central and northern Idaho. As the lead steward for TNC conservation easements in the state, the Land Stewardship Manager coordinates the easement monitoring team and provides training and resources for other staff and interns who participate in easement monitoring activities.

The Land Stewardship Manager is also responsible for the management, maintenance, and oversight of day-to-day operations on multiple TNC-owned conservation properties in Idaho. They implement annual operating plans, conduct onsite stewardship and land management activities, and plan and implement resource management projects as outlined in preserve management plans. They may use a full range of conservation tools such as regenerative agriculture and grazing management leases, cooperative weed management partnerships and collaborative restoration projects to support TNC conservation priorities. The Land Stewardship Manager develops and relies upon strong working relationships with private landowners, business and community leaders, community organizations, land trusts and public agencies to accomplish stewardship goals. This position requires travel throughout Idaho approximately 50% of the time.

We’re Looking for You:

Want to help conserve ecosystems by stewarding lands and waters of Idaho? Join our team! The Nature Conservancy is the caretaker for the largest network of private conservation lands in the United States. Our portfolio of preserves, working lands, and easements in Idaho directly advances our mission and goals by protecting biodiversity and maintaining landscape connectivity, connecting people with nature, and offering a proving ground to test innovative restoration and resource management strategies. The lands we conserve carry an obligation and a commitment to actively protecting them in collaboration with landowners and other partners. In an ever-changing landscape and in the face of climate change, TNC’s proactive, skilled stewardship helps keep conservation lands thriving. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

A cover letter describing your interest in the position is encouraged but not required.

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS in relevant field and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management, conservation, environmental studies, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with resource stewardship, conservation easements, land management, or farm and ranch management.

• Experience building relationships and partnerships.

• Experience communicating with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, both in writing and verbally.

• Experience managing multiple projects at one time.

• Experience managing files and databases, as well as using common software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Web Browsers, etc.

• Willingness to travel extensively within Idaho (up to approximately 50% of time) and possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to periodically travel to TNC properties within Idaho on nights or weekends.

• Comfort working in variable weather conditions and at remote locations.

Desired Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

• Knowledge of land management conservation practices.

• Ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and natural resource protection.

• Ability to complete tasks independently with attention to deadlines.

Additional Information

This position will be based in Idaho, within 150 miles of Hailey preferred (on-site or hybrid) and other locations (remote) are negotiable.

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 the Auto Safety information page. 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 $68,085 - $72,090. 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.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

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 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 and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may 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 equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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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