Asheville, North Carolina, USA
NE033

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 Southern Blue Ridge Conservation Coordinator provides administrative and logistical support, project and data management, and general assistance to program staff to achieve conservation goals, including land acquisition, restoration, stewardship, and science. The responsibilities of the Conservation Coordinator are as follows:

Office Management and Administration (70%): Provide general administrative support to Mountains Conservation Team, including the following:

• Organize meetings, workshops, and team logistics
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and management
• Track financial expenditures and budgets
• Assist with contracting efforts and invoice processing
• Purchasing supplies, materials, and equipment
• Manage fleet vehicles, including maintenance, repairs, and mileage logs
• Manage electronic files and databases
• Prepare reports and presentations, including GIS data/maps
• Manage mailing and shipping and general phone inquiries
• Handle miscellaneous office tasks and errands.

Short-Term Hiring (15%): Assist staff in recruiting and hiring short-term employees (interns, seasonal staff, crew members) by assisting with job postings, onboarding and new hire paperwork.

Stewarding TNC's Landholdings (15%):

• Coordinate and conduct field visits, oversee conservation easement reporting, and maintain project records
• Collect, assemble and analyze data utilizing cameras, GPS, surveys, and ArcGIS
• Synthesize information into narrative reports
• Assist with real estate due diligence, including on site meetings, Environmental Assessments, and consultations with TNC attorneys,

Supervises no staff but may oversee and direct work of office volunteers or interns.

This position is full-time and is based in Asheville, North Carolina and reports to the Southern Blue Ridge Program Director. Work is primarily in an office or home office setting but does involve some field work in outdoor settings and which includes some physical exertion. The Conservation Coordinator may sometimes work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program.

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. Come join TNC and apply today!

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication and organization skills and experience coordinating multiple tasks and/or projects in a timely manner and with attention to detail. Candidates must be located in or near Asheville, North Carolina if hired, and will have the option to work at TNC's Asheville office, from their home office, or in a hybrid arrangement, subject to approval by the supervisor. This position is not eligible for relocation or immigration assistance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability
• 2-4 years related work experience
• Ability to complete tasks independently within assigned time frames
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources
• Ability to coordinate project information from a number of sources to populate databases, create reports and produce manual files
• Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production preferred
• Experience using ArcGIS preferred
• Ability to function productively as a member or leader of a work team
• Ability to plan, administer and record results of work-team meetings and activities
• Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated

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.

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

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 $24.70 - $26.40 per hour for 35 hours a week. This is comparable to $45,000 - $48,000 per year. 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. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 56293, submit your resume and cover letter online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on Sunday, March 16th, 2025. 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.

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

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

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.