Ventura, California, USA.

The Restoration Manager is expected to be located on-site for at least nine days per month, primarily on Santa Cruz Island and regularly on other islands in the Channel Islands National Park.

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, nonpartisan 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 275 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 holding the middle ground in American politics and civic life and doing our part to make conservation a shared national value. 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 welcome everyone. Everyone in our organization should therefore be adept at working with people who may not share their personal values or opinions. We ask all employees to embrace the critical strategic position of our brand and organization as non-partisan. It is the foundation of our success.

The Nature Conservancy has owned and operated the 46,000-acre Santa Cruz Island (SCI) Preserve, located 25 miles off the coast of Santa Barbara, since 1978 as a center for large-scale ecological research and restoration and a site to cultivate support for TNC's mission. The Restoration Manager directs some or all aspects of restoration, monitoring, and protection, providing expertise and oversight for TNC's established conservation goals on Santa Cruz Islands and Santa Rosa Islands (SRI). Their scope includes working to improve the islands' biodiversity, climate resilience and proactive ecological threat abatement with partners and TNC's matrixed team. The Restoration Manager directs some or all aspects of design, implementation, and monitoring of restoration projects, providing expertise and oversight for TNC's established conservation goals on Santa Cruz and Santa Rosa Islands. The Nature Conservancy recently received a large multi-year grant to implement habitat restoration projects on SCI and SRI, and the Restoration Manager will be the principal project manager overseeing this grant. Their scope also includes working to improve the islands' biodiversity, climate resilience and proactive ecological threat abatement with partners and TNC's matrixed team. They are the Restoration Program's lead for defining project objectives and design specific to habitat and species level conservation outcomes. They develop and oversee long-term restoration work plans to accomplish multi-year conservation outcomes across interconnected objectives which may include designing trials, tools and innovative methods.

The Manager communicates complex solutions and best practices tailored to specific needs and audiences, including proposals and reports. They seek and engage support for TNC's restoration work through community networks and funders to secure resources.

The Manager is required to work both independently and in collaboration with partners, contractors and a team of staff in a highly matrixed organization. In close partnership with TNC's science, stewardship and conservation technology teams they set objectives; design projects; coordinate work; and track and report on progress. They collaboratively develop and manage internal and external relationships and serve as a principle contact with government and NGO partners who are critical for achieving TNC's mission on the Channel Islands. The Manager will participate in cross-island collaborations and forums for knowledge exchange.

Due to the remote nature of the work environment and eight-day work tours for field crews, successful candidates must be safety-oriented, methodically organized, and strong communicators through a variety of means.

This is a salaried, exempt position and accommodations on-island are provided. The Restoration Manager is expected to be located on-site for at least nine days per month, primarily on Santa Cruz Island and regularly on other islands in the Channel Islands National Park.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
* Leads and manages large teams and complex multi-year projects to achieve conservation efforts.
* Develops, implements and reports on large multi-year project plans and budgets that encompass both TNC and partner work.
* Writes and manages grants, accomplishes deliverables and administers budgets.
* Builds cooperation with outside parties to accomplish program goals.
* Manages multi-disciplinary staff and contractors, with responsibility for performance management, training, and career development.
* Establishes and maintains optimal standards of performance.
* Responsible for ensuring that public and private funds are raised to meet program needs.
* Financial responsibility will include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets.
* Under minimal supervision, makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience and context.
* May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
* Leads tours for a variety of groups, including donors, agency representatives, and the community.

Have you ever asked yourself, "How can I make a difference?", but you don't know where to go? Welcome to The Nature Conservancy. With us you can make a difference every day!

By joining our Santa Cruz Island team, you will become part of a dedicated conservation leaders who expertly bring strategy and action together.

Self-driven organization, proactive communication, and teamwork are essential to this position. If you're a problem-solver who loves to learn and is excited by the idea of supporting a gorgeous island preserve, we encourage you to apply.

• BA/BS and 5 years of experience in conservation practice, including land and/or crew management; or equivalent experience/education (7 years of experience and associate degree, etc.)
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Ability to perform physical work, often under adverse conditions or in inclement weather, including lifting 45lbs, bending, kneeling, and walking up to 5 miles on moderately steep terrain.
• Experience completing tasks independently and adhering to timelines.
• Experience planning, managing, and executing complex projects, including staffing, workloads, logistics and finances under deadlines.
• Experience writing and managing grants and completing deliverables to budget and deadline.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
• Negotiation experience.
• Strong group facilitation and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills via written, spoken, and graphical means in English.
• Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and web browsers.
• Must have prior CPR and First Aid training and be willing to obtain additional related certifications.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to applying the principles of conservation and ecology in day-to-day decision-making.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Demonstrated experience influencing, developing, and implementing conservation policy and plans.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in California coast restoration and other relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives or related fields.
• 2-3 years related experience in project management including planning and/or moderately complex processes including logistics, resource capacity and fiscal budgets.
• Experience supporting fundraising activities.

Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe feel that their unique contributions are valued. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "You'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people." To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

We're proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other benefits that support work-life balance.

If you're interested in working with us, please apply-we'd love to hear from you.

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 this position is within the range of $78,000 - $91,725 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA, state of employment is California, and counties of employment are Ventura and Santa Barbara. Where a successful candidate's pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Job Family: Conservation

Internal Job Code: 250005

Salary Grade: 7

To apply for job ID 56162, 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 Sunday, February 9. 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.

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