Outreach and Field Coordinator, Molokai

The Nature Conversancy; Kualapuu (HI); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Molokai Outreach & Field Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and oversee volunteer natural resource management field operations in Kamakou and Mo‘omomi preserves. The role requires leading staff, partners, and volunteers in weed control, restoration, and GIS/data tasks while prioritizing safety and effective field operations.

You will recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and contractors, manage outreach logistics, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating volunteer field projects including weed control, planting native species, watershed mgmt.
• Experience delivering interpretative/educational material related to Hawaiʻi’s natural resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise volunteers, interns, and contractors in field operations.
• Recruit, hire, train, and track volunteers; build partnerships with agencies and organizations.
• Coordinate outreach, logistics, and maintenance of vehicles and facilities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Field operations

Leadership coaching

GIS/data management

Team training

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management

Associate’s degree + 5 years experience

GED/high school + 7 years experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

GIS software

Job description

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Molokai Outreach & Field Coordinator plans, coordinates, and carries out volunteer natural resource management field operations and supervises field activities and hikes, primarily in TNC’s Kamakou and Mo‘omomi preserves. This leadership position will require competency with a range of natural resource management field tasks with the ability to effectively coach, train, and lead staff, partners, and volunteers of various ages both in the field and office in the following (though not limited to): safe and effective weed control, restoration activities and GIS/data management. The dynamic and complex nature of the job requires a conservationist who will be strong in their growth mindset, perseverance, and cohesion building.

The Molokai Outreach & Field Coordinator must be willing to hike in remote mountainous areas and operate in rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions. Work environment involves exposure to job hazards where there is a possibility of injury, as well as helicopter operations, so a commitment to safety is essential. The Outreach & Field Coordinator recruits, hires, trains, supervises, manages, and tracks volunteers, interns, and contractors, and builds partnerships with other resource management agencies and organizations. Activities also include all aspects of outreach including detailed organization, coordination, and logistics activities, and vehicle, equipment, and facilities maintenance. The Outreach & Field Coordinator is expected to manage their time well and effectively prioritize day-to-day operations. Occasional weekend and evening work is required. This is currently a termed, 2-year position with possibility for extension.

We’re Looking for You:

If you’re looking for a career where you can connect indigenous and local communities with nature in spectacular places, come join our Hawai'i Chapter as the Molokai Terrestrial Program’s Outreach and Field Coordinator!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead our Molokai Terrestrial Program's community and volunteer engagement at Conservancy preserves. Collaboration, teamwork, strong relationship building, and developing othersare key in this role.

What You’ll Bring:

• Education and work experience (in natural resource management, land stewardship, or applicable field) requirement can be in any of the following iterations:
  • GED/high school degree and 7 years of experience
  • Associate's degree and 5 years of experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience, etc.
• Experience working with Hawai'i’s natural systems and cultural resources and management practices including experience with various communities and partners in Hawai'i and knowledge of how to navigate and work with sensitivity to cultural norms for successful results. Experience in partnership development with a variety of partners, i.e., community groups, media, government agencies, and scientists.
• Experience coordinating volunteer field projects involving invasive plant control, planting native plants and other activities related to watershed management including motivating, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience delivering interpretative/educational material related to Hawaiʻi’s natural resources and native species.
• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical work in adverse conditions and inclement weather.
• Experience completing tasks independently within timeline(s).
• Experience with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Experience in training others.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Molokai community
• Hawaiian language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Ability and willingness to apply bio-cultural approach to decision-making and guide activities.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
• Experience operating 4WD vehicle in off-road conditions.

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, 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 this position is within the range of $63,100 – 64,235. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA and who is based around Kualapu'u (where the TNC Molokai Program office is). Where a successful candidate’s pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including location, qualifications, 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. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

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. 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 and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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.

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