Nevada Riparian Restoration Project Manager

The Nature Conservancy; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 78,480 - 83,385; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) plan with 8% employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Nevada Riparian Restoration Project Manager to lead significant wet meadow and riparian restoration efforts. This role requires collaborating with partners, particularly the Bureau of Land Management, to restore crucial resources in Nevada.

Key responsibilities include managing restoration projects, developing necessary designs and permits, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should hold a BA/BS and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary within the range of $78,480 - $83,385 is offered based on individual qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in natural resource management or related field.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements.
• Experience communicating with the public and media.

Responsibilities

• Lead riparian restoration projects in Nevada.
• Collaborate with partners for project implementation.
• Manage budgets and negotiate with vendors.

Skills

Natural resource management

Negotiation skills

Public communication

Project design and implementation

Education

BA/BS degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Web Browsers

Job description

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Nevada Riparian Restoration Project Manager will further The Nature Conservancy’s conservation goals by planning and implementing substantial wet meadow and riparian restoration projects with partners primarily in the Elko Bureau of Land Management (BLM) District as part of a six‑state restoration effort between TNC and the BLM. In this role, you will focus on the complex demands of implementing low‑tech process‑based restoration projects from initial watershed prioritization to post‑implementation monitoring, working closely and continuously with BLM and additional partners to restore high‑priority riparian resources.

We’re Looking for You:

In coordination with partners, the Nevada Riparian Restoration Project Manager will develop the necessary designs, permits, and clearances to plan wet meadow and riparian restoration projects, and select, contract with, and oversee the work crews used to implement them. Through an active Community of Practice with TNC and other colleagues from across the West, the Nevada Riparian Restoration Project Manager will co‑develop knowledge and expertise to collectively problem solve, understand complex issues, and leverage experience and results that help the BLM accomplish its mission managing our public lands. The Project Manager will also organize trainings and foster collaborative efforts to help instill a legacy of durable restoration into the future. From the Mountains to the Desert, the Nevada Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Nevada unique.

This position is based in Elko, Nevada and the ideal candidate will either live in Elko County OR within 90 minutes driving of Elko.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE

• Provides technical leadership and support to the Nevada business unit by developing, planning, directing and implementing a riparian restoration project in Nevada.
• Gains cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals.
• Financial responsibility includes working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and assisting with fundraising.
• Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS, law or business degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements.
• Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
• Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.
• Experience designing and implementing restoration projects.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi‑lingual skills and multi‑cultural or cross‑cultural experience appreciated
• Experience working with federal land management agencies, especially Bureau of Land Management in the Intermountain West.
• Experience implementing scientific monitoring protocols, specifically the BLM’s riparian, rangeland, and stream assessment, inventory, and monitoring procedures.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and riparian restoration or ecology.
• Ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non‑technical audiences
• Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Experience in training, curriculum design, or workplan or strategy development.
• Experience working with community‑based or collaborative settings to create shared outcomes for diverse groups of people.
• Experience designing and implementing low‑tech and process‑based restoration projects, especially riparian or aquatic restoration.
• Writing grants to help landowners and land managers implement restoration projects.
• Experience working in remote locations with reliable internet and minimal supervision.

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 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.

Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $78,480 - $83,385. 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.

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. 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.

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. 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 [e-mail] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.