Palmyra Island Preserve Manager (Seasonal)

The Nature Conversancy; Hawaii; Remote; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Board and lodging provided

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a capable Preserve Manager to lead Palmyra Preserve operations, supervise seasonal staff, and ensure safety across facilities and services. The role oversees generators, marina, photovoltaic systems, and runways, along with kitchen and housekeeping operations.

The ideal candidate brings leadership experience in remote facilities, strong project management skills, and a collaborative approach to working with partners, researchers, and donors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years’ experience in facilities management and operations.
• 1-year experience working in a confined community such as aboard a ship, field camp, or remote field station.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff to support the smooth running and safety needs of a facility.
• Experience overseeing construction or maintenance repairs of a building or facility, including working knowledge of diesel/gas engines, generators, PV systems.
• Experience overseeing food preparation, housekeeping, and inventory control services.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work.
• MS Word and Excel proficiency for reporting and inventories.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Preserve facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Supervise seasonal staff and volunteers for smooth operations.
• Ensure safety of Preserve operations and staff.
• Coordinate kitchen, housekeeping, and inventory services.

Skills

Facilities management

Staff supervision

Project management

First Aid/CPR certified

Health and safety

Reporting skills (Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a capable Preserve Manager to lead Palmyra Preserve operations, supervise seasonal staff, and ensure safety across facilities and services. The role oversees generators, marina, photovoltaic systems, and runways, along with kitchen and housekeeping operations.

The ideal candidate brings leadership experience in remote facilities, strong project management skills, and a collaborative approach to working with partners, researchers, and donors.