Natural Areas Manager — Field-Based Conservation Leader

Nature Conservancy; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is seeking a Manager, Natural Areas to lead conservation programs in southern Alberta, focusing on the Foothills Parkland. Based in the Calgary area, you will plan stewardship activities on NCC lands, manage contracts, and build partnerships with communities and external partners.

Travel up to 50% within Alberta is required; you will report to the Program Director – Natural Areas and work with a regional team in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• University degree and at least 5 years professional experience in landscape ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or related field.
• Superior knowledge of Alberta’s landscapes, communities, and conservation issues.
• Strong conflict resolution and relationship management skills; able to handle high-pressure situations.
• Experience in forestry and/or rangeland and resource management is an asset.
• Ability to travel and work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, and implement stewardship activities for NCC properties in line with policies.
• Manage, review, and interpret legal agreements and contracts.
• Build strong partnerships with local communities and external partners.
• Deliver stewardship programs and assist with budget and grant reporting.
• Mentor junior staff or volunteers in stewardship activities.
• Assist with land securement projects within the Natural Area.
• Support outreach activities planned within the Natural Area.

Skills

Landscape ecology

Conservation biology

Natural resource management

Budgeting

Partnership building

Project management

Leadership / mentoring

Public speaking

Conflict resolution

Communication

Proposal writing

Education

University degree in related field

Tools

GIS software

MS Office Suite

Database knowledge

Job description

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is seeking a Manager, Natural Areas to lead conservation programs in southern Alberta, focusing on the Foothills Parkland. Based in the Calgary area, you will plan stewardship activities on NCC lands, manage contracts, and build partnerships with communities and external partners.

Travel up to 50% within Alberta is required; you will report to the Program Director – Natural Areas and work with a regional team in a collaborative environment.