Coastal NC Land Steward & Restoration Lead

USA The Nature Conservancy; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina seeks a Southeast Coastal Plain Land Steward to lead land stewardship programs, manage projects, and partner with staff and external groups to conserve coastal plain lands. The role emphasizes planning, restoration, contracts, and outreach across TNC lands.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in natural resource management or related field with relevant field experience, strong communication and coordination abilities, and a willingness to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years' experience in natural resource management or similar field.
• Experience with prescribed fire and ecological restoration work.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple projects and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and support for land stewardship and habitat management programs.
• Directs and assists preserve management, monitoring, and public outreach.
• Develops contracts for habitat management and coordinates burn activities.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural resource management or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

MS Word/Excel

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina seeks a Southeast Coastal Plain Land Steward to lead land stewardship programs, manage projects, and partner with staff and external groups to conserve coastal plain lands. The role emphasizes planning, restoration, contracts, and outreach across TNC lands.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in natural resource management or related field with relevant field experience, strong communication and coordination abilities, and a willingness to work