Job Tag: Conservation

The Wildlife Center of Virginia was formed in 1982 to provide quality health care, often on an emergency basis, to native wildlife. The Wildlife Center is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wildlife Rehabilitation Supervisor.

The Wildlife Rehabilitation Supervisor is responsible for the daily rehabilitation operations in the veterinary department; supervises two wildlife rehabilitators, a wildlife rehabilitation Intern, and rehabilitation externship students; coordinates the Center’s apprenticeship program and externship program; ensures daily care of patients at the hospital; works in coordination with the Wildlife Care Academy to develop and deliver educational content; acts as a liaison for rehabilitators and other contacts outside of the Center. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Supervisor is supervised by the Director of Veterinary Services.

The Project Manager – Trail Development is key to the ongoing implementation of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and Three Rivers Water Trail in Allegheny County. This position will be responsible for implementing projects along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, connecting trails, and the Three Rivers Water Trail through partnerships with local organizations and local governments. This position will work closely with the Director of Trail Development & Government Relations to manage the planning, design, and construction of multi-disciplinary, multi-phased projects within the trail network.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Work with the Director of Trail Development & Government Relations to execute goals and objectives outlined in trails studies associated with trail expansion in the county

• Create and foster ongoing relationships with all applicable municipal and partner agencies related to the development of the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trails

• Assist municipal officials in community engagement, grant writing, and project management activities associated with expansion of the Three Rivers Heritage & Water Trails

• Manage Friends of the Riverfront-led projects including developing and maintaining project budgets and timelines, and managing external consultants

• Develop and implement a funding strategy for trail development projects

• Maintain project files, construction cost data and other records

• Prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs) for design, engineering, construction, and other related services

• Oversee the selection of vendors and contract awards

• Coordinate with local partners on timely project completion, this may include PennDOT, Allegheny County,

Local Municipalities, PA Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, Southwestern Pennsylvania

Commission, etc.

• Create messaging and materials necessary to present project information, solicit feedback, and build public

support for projects

• Coordinate and manage trail construction activities and detours

• Act as an ambassador for Friends of the Riverfront for all programming

• Act as a liaison between the media, community at large and Friends of the Riverfront for trail building activities

• Support overall well-being of Friends of the Riverfront’s facility and organization through various, as-needed tasks related to the Trail Development Program as assigned

Skills and Minimum Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for trails, parks, and accessing the outdoors

• Demonstrated relationship building experience related to local governments, private business, and

nonprofits

• Experience managing and implementing successful land development projects, comprehensive grant

funding experience

• 3+ years of experience in project management, planning, landscape architecture

• Ability to develop budgets and monitor budget to actual activity

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, and project management software (we use Monday.com), a plus

• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills

• Must be proactive and systematic in work habits

• Must have the ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

• Must be attentive to detail and adaptive to change in an ever-changing field

Working Conditions

• Friends is a hybrid at-home/office work environment. Some in-office work is expected

• Some weekend and evening hours are required to attend events such as municipal meetings and community

engagement sessions

• Some travel within Allegheny County is necessary to meet with communities, attend meetings, and events

Salary & Benefits

The Salary range for this position is $60-$65,000, commensurate with experience.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Stipend

• Life Insurance

• 15 days of vacation, increasing with additional years of employment

• 11 paid holidays, plus a paid holiday break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

• SIMPLE IRA retirement contribution after one year of employment

• $33/month cellphone stipend

• $1000/year professional development budget

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their resumes, cover letters, and any applicable work samples to Courtney Mahronich Vita, the Director of Trail Development & Government Relations at co******@********************nt.org

As an equal-opportunity employer, Friends of the Riverfront prides itself in celebrating diversity and does not discriminate in any of its programs, policies, procedures, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, pregnancy or related medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Friends of the Riverfront is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Pennsylvania Corporation.

Environment North Carolina is a citizen-based environmental advocacy organization and a project of Environment America, a national network of 30 state environmental groups with one mission — to change our country and our world to be a greener, healthier place. We believe there’s something special about North Carolina — from the Great Smoky Mountains in the west to our iconic seashores on the east, North Carolina’s natural wonders enrich our lives in countless ways and are worth protecting and preserving for future generations.

And yet it’s no secret that the earth is in trouble. For too long, the way we produce and consume energy has degraded the quality of the air we breathe, toxic chemicals and runoff pollution have contaminated the water we drink, and development has diminished the wildlife and wild places we love, and destabilized the climate we need to survive. Despite the challenges, Environment North Carolina and our national network keep finding multiple ways to make a positive difference for the planet. For example, our clean energy program’s “Renewables on the Riseâ€ dashboard reports that North Carolina ranks fourth in the nation for installed rooftop solar. We have passed policies to get lead out of school drinking water in recent years, and our advocacy has helped prevent offshore oil drilling off our coast.

In every campaign we run, we put the earth first. Nothing else matters if we don’t have a healthy planet. Restoring and protecting the environment is our only mission. We also know that lasting progress for the planet comes one challenging step at a time. We have a bold vision of a greener world. But we know that making a difference often requires compromise. We also know that, to make progress sustainable, we need to reach out to everybody, not just the people who already agree with us. We are currently recruiting a Conservation Advocate who is driven by these same goals to join our state-based advocacy team.

State Advocate Representative Responsibilities

Program: In coordination with our State Director, help lead our in-state program, participating in and overseeing policy development, research and messaging.
Advocacy & Coalition Building: Bring problems and solutions to the attention of decision-makers — including state legislators, people on the governor’s staff, state regulators and local officials. Develop appropriate messages and materials for making the case to decision-makers. Build relationships with key players in the state, the region and at the federal level. Identify, reach out to and work with partners who can help us win our campaigns.
Campaign strategy: Develop plans to win on our environmental campaigns. Assess opportunities for building political support for our agenda through coalition-building, grassroots organizing, media coverage, endorsements and message development.
Communications: Serve as the public spokesperson for our campaigns through media events, press releases, editorial board meetings and other outreach with a goal of building name recognition for the organization, educating the public about our issues, and building and demonstrating support for our positions.
Fundraising and grassroots support: Write grant proposals, build relationships with foundation staff and meet with our donors, all to bring more resources to campaigns we’re waging to protect our environment. Work with our citizen outreach staff to build and foster our membership base, grassroots and online base of support.
Staff recruitment and development: Recruit new staff and volunteers to increase our impact and build our power.

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant professional experience, show excellent judgment and discretion, and have the ability to oversee significant projects. Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to environmental and public interest issues, to citizen-based social change, as well as a track record of leadership. We’re looking for goal-driven and results-oriented individuals who have excellent verbal, writing and analytical skills, the ability to speak persuasively in a charged atmosphere, and enthusiasm for the work.

Experience in state level political advocacy, grassroots organizing, fundraising is a bonus.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting annual compensation range for this position is $33,500-$42,000 and depends on relevant experience and education. Environment North Carolina offers an excellent benefits package.

Trout Unlimited is seeking a highly skilled conservation professional who is passionate about coldwater stream restoration, who thrives in collaborative and self-directed professional environments, and who wants the ability to immediately make an impact for our environment and strategic mission. If you are seeking a professional environment where your contributions are valued, your experience and expertise will allow you to take ownership of the role, and where you have team support, this position with TU may be the right one for you.

This position requires an independently motivated and self-driven person to collaborate with private and public landowners and partner organizations to protect, reconnect, and restore coldwater resources in New Jersey, with an emphasis on the Upper Delaware River watershed. The manager will work closely with TU volunteers, landowners, agricultural producers, state and federal agencies, and other partners to coordinate all aspects of coldwater habitat reconnection and restoration projects including identification of new project opportunities, securing project funding, implementing funded projects, conducting field work, and monitoring completed projects to ensure a benefit to native and wild trout.

The position is work-from-home based in northwestern New Jersey with frequent travel to projects located in the watersheds of Flat Brook, Lopatcong, and Musconetcong watersheds.

Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate the implementation of projects including the management of grants, budgets, and compliance with contract and procurement requirements.
Identify, develop, and coordinate project timelines, scopes of work, and budgets.
Actively identify and pursue potential funding sources, including writing grant proposals and budgets, for high priority projects and develop relationships with funders.
Coordinate and facilitate volunteer activities in support of specific conservation projects.
Work with TU partners and funders to build a comprehensive network of community, nonprofit, business, and agency partners within the watershed.
Coordinate and implement communications and outreach efforts, including press opportunities to highlight project implementation, when and where appropriate.
Develop timely project activity reports, financial reports and annual reports to describe the work accomplished, planned, and initiated.
This is a non-supervisory position, although there may be an opportunity to recruit and hire summer interns for field work assistance.

This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.
Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, environmental sciences, or other related natural resources field required; Master’s degree a plus.
Professional experience in project management and river conservation required.
Professional experience working with landowners, resource managers, and other interested parties in a collaborative setting.
Ability to work with multiple and diverse partners in a highly collaborative and inclusive manner, even on contentious issues.
Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and supervise multiphase stream restoration projects.
Demonstrated experience with writing grants and fundraising.
Experience with project and grant management and project permitting.
A working knowledge of principles and practices of fisheries and aquatic resource management with a particular emphasis on fish passage and stream habitat requirements of brook trout.
Proficiency in GIS spatial data platforms, using handheld computers to record field data, and other technology skills.
Knowledge of the region and watersheds a plus.
Experience motivating and engaging with volunteers.
Exceptional interpersonal and strong analytical skills.
Ability to problem solve and think creatively to achieve a conservation mission.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Self-motivated and highly energetic, with excellent time-management skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Ability and willingness to travel. Valid driver’s license and own vehicle required.
Passion for trout and salmon and the places they live.

Salary and Benefits

Staff and leadership at TU understand that life outside of work is important to personal health, and we strive to create a healthy and family-friendly atmosphere. This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package. The approximate salary is $55,000, with the potential to adjust based on experience.

Marin Agricultural Land Trust is a nonprofit land trust created in 1980 by a coalition of ranchers and environmentalists to permanently protect Marin County farmland. Some of the Bay Area’s most highly acclaimed dairy and cheese products, grass-fed meats and organic crops are produced on farmland protected by MALT’s 92 agricultural conservation easements. MALT has permanently protected over 55,000 acres of West Marin’s diverse mosaic of coastal grasslands, oak woodlands, rangelands and pastoral open space. MALT is committed to supporting sustainable management, climate-beneficial and regenerative agriculture in Marin County, including farming and grazing practices that rebuild soil organic matter and improve soil biodiversity to draw down carbon and improve the water cycle.

The Stewardship Associate is a full-time non-exempt position that participates in MALT’s easement monitoring program, and contributes to MALT’s stewardship work and strategic initiatives. The position also supports the easement acquisition program by conducting site evaluations, providing mapping and grant applications support, drafting baseline documentation reports and coordinating field visits.

The Stewardship Associate is actively engaged in the conservation team’s cross departmental initiatives and represents MALT’s easement stewardship program with speaking engagements, presentations, and participation in local stakeholder groups.

This position requires 2-3 days/ week in the field and the remaining time is a combination of work from home and office (Pt. Reyes)

Compensation commensurate with experience.

Your education and/or work experience will have gained you the following:

Familiarity with conservation easements and land trusts.
Familiarity with California flora and fauna, grassland ecosystems, and invasive species management.
Understanding of the principles and practices of watershed management on agricultural land.
Experience creating maps and managing data with the current generation of ArcGIS software products.
A familiarity with Marin County agriculture is preferred.

Personal attributes include:

The ability to work collaboratively to build MALT’s relationships with Marin’s agricultural community and MALT’s programmatic and policy partners.
Outstanding project management and analytical skills with the ability to work independently on multiple complex projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Other skills:

Ability to hike up to 6 miles per day over steep and rugged terrain, and be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (additional physical requirements attached).
Must have experience driving an off-road vehicle (standard transmission) on steep and rugged terrain.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required with acceptable DMV record and automobile liability insurance.

A Northwest leader in protecting animals since 1967, the Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) shelters homeless animals, rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife, and empowers people to demonstrate compassion and respect for animals in their daily lives.

Position Title: Wildlife Naturalist – PAWS Wildlife Center

Accountable To: Senior Director of Wildlife, Companion, and Education Services

Salary: $64,500/annually

Purpose Summary:

The Wildlife Naturalist leads and further develops the PAWS wildlife release program, ensuring all wild animals are released in a timely, appropriate, and safe manner in accordance with the species’ natural history, the needs of the individual animal, and permit requirements of PAWS Wildlife Center. They function as a wildlife biologist for PAWS with the goal of working collaboratively with partners to help wildlife return to the wild.

Based in Lynnwood, WA, PAWS is a champion for animals – rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife, sheltering, and adopting homeless cats and dogs, and educating people to make a better world for animals and people.

Essential Responsibilities:

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

Assess the animals’ behavior, physical conditioning, and fitness for release with support from the wildlife staff team.
Ensure that animals are being released back to the wild in a manner which maximizes human and animal safety and following release and safety procedures.
Confidently represent the PAWS Wildlife Center program as a wildlife biologist in meetings, networking, partnership opportunities and educational efforts as directed and working collaboratively with the Sr. Director to identify opportunities.
Safely handle, restrain, and contain wild species to prepare them for release following the PAWS Wildlife Release manual guidelines.
Stay abreast of and comply with permit regulations and changes related to releasing native and non-native wild species. Work with the Sr. Director to ensure all state and federal release and reporting regulations are adhered to and staff and volunteers are kept abreast of changes.
Work with state and federal agency staff, parks service staff and private landowners to arrange permissions and permits for specific wildlife releases.
Work with and foster new PAWS partners to identify /gain use of donated resources helpful for complicated wildlife releases involving boat, plane or other transportation to the release sites as directed and following all applicable rules and permits.
Identify potential release sites and assess their habitat for wildlife release suitability.
Trains and oversees staff and volunteers conducting wildlife releases.
Coordinate releases to include wildlife volunteers, wildlife staff, and sometimes donors and media representatives whenever possible and appropriate.
Maintain and annually update PAWS wildlife release manual and keep wildlife staff abreast of any changes in SOP’s.
Responsible for release, post-release, and wildlife photography documenting some of the work of the Wildlife Center in photographs, writing and video.
Facilitate, prioritize, create and/or conduct studies utilizing predefined methodologies and/or predetermined criteria for internal PAWS scientific studies, surveys, and/or scientific analysis of PAWS post-release work.
Identify new release research studies and help foster post-release related partnerships with universities, federal and state agencies, and other related groups as appropriate.

Other Responsibilities include:

Publish innovative release techniques, pre and post-release study results and be willing and comfortable presenting at local and/or national wildlife conferences as needed and as time allows.
Provide written material, and photographs or video for PAWS online and print publications, promotional materials, social media, and PAWS Humane Education Program as needed and as time allows around the essential duties above.
Assist the Sr. Director in reviewing wildlife advocacy and legislative efforts for species we directly work with at PAWS Wildlife Center in assessing the biological impact of such efforts occasionally.
Maintain and monitor photography equipment inventory and seek out donations and/or best prices on supplies and equipment.
Support wildlife staff by providing species identification and natural history as needed.
Ensure all wildlife photographs are edited, labeled, organized, and saved properly.
Conduct educational outreach and communicate with stakeholders, release site owners and public regarding PAWS wildlife release program and natural history of species, as directed.
May act as a spokesperson for PAWS Wildlife Center to the media, government or public as directed by the Wildlife Sr. Director.
Other related duties as assigned.

Controls Over Work

The Naturalist works under the guidance of PAWS Wildlife Sr. Director and is expected to pursue the established duties without direct supervision.

Written performance evaluations will be given after 90-days of work and annually thereafter.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift a minimum of forty (40) pounds, be physically strong enough to hike through rough terrain in variable weather conditions, and able to drive long distances for release work. Work is performed in and out of the PAWS Wildlife Center. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, in wildlife biology or related.
Preference will be given to candidates with at least 1 year of experience in a large wildlife rehabilitation center or equivalent work with at least one year of supervisory experience.
Proficient in the use of DSLR (digital single lens reflex) and point-and-shoot digital cameras and video cameras.
Possess excellent computer skills, including experience working with various databases and analyzing statistical data.
Experience with post-release study design, data collection, and analysis.
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Washington driver’s license with no major or repeated minor traffic offenses and auto-insurance with required coverage limits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to quickly become knowledgeable about the ecology, natural history and behavior of Pacific Northwest birds, mammals, marine mammals, reptiles, and amphibians and be confident and comfortable representing PAWS as the Wildlife Center Biologist.
Must possess good wildlife handling skills and be able to work with wildlife in a caring, safe and humane manner and be able to act decisively regarding constantly changing animal cases and situations. Pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis will be mandatory.
A self-starter, able to take initiative, organized and flexible, and able to balance concurrent projects and adjust to rapidly changing needs. Must be able to work quickly, efficiently, and calmly under stressful conditions.
Must exemplify the values of the organization in all interactions with coworkers and members of the public, including respect, trust, compassion, commitment, and courage.
Able to work maturely and respectfully with diverse groups of people and maintain high quality customer/public relations.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and be able to effectively manage people and be able to provide a positive working environment built on team concepts.
Able to communicate clearly about PAWS’ mission, the care and treatment of animals, and the safety of the public and other employees and represent PAWS professionally at all times.
Possess outstanding conflict management skills and be able to support the wildlife admissions staff with challenging phone calls or walk-in customers as needed.

Benefits:

Generous benefits available including health/vision/dental/disability/life insurance, 403(b) with Company contribution and match, paid time off, paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, pet supply discounts, discounts for veterinary services.

The Director of Conservation is a senior position which holds responsibility for implementation and coordination of the majority of the Jekyll Island Conservation Plan. The Director of Conservation serves as the JIAs lead expert in regard to Jekyll Island State Park’s natural resources, and accordingly provides guidance for any JIA decision making that affects or imposes effects upon the natural environment, including wildlife, native plant communities, wetlands, and estuarine areas.

Description:

Leads JIA Conservation Department staff including, but not limited to, hiring, providing direction and supervision to staff, training, and performance management.
Leads the Environmental Assessment Procedure (EAP) as defined in the Conservation Plan and is responsible for all associated coordination and reporting.
Ensures appropriate training and prioritization of staff safety including field activities that involve work in close proximity with, and trained handling of, potentially hazardous wildlife, strenuous working conditions, prolonged exposure to weather extremes, and prescribed fire operations.
Represents and promotes the JIA Conservation mission internally and externally, including to the JIA Board and staff at all levels of the organization, to other agencies and entities engaging with the JIA, and to the public via media engagement and presentations before a variety of public and professional audiences.
Advances monitoring and research activities to advance the mission, objectives, and strategies outlined in the Conservation Plan.
Advances strategically targeted public engagement, interpretation, and education programs to encourage public awareness of and respect for Jekyll Island’s natural resources and unique natural character.
Advances strategically and collaboratively developed ecological restoration and enhancement efforts.
Develops and maintains external supplemental funding and support via partnerships, grants, and donor-support.
Provides expert guidance in all matters related to the provision and management of outdoor recreation and outdoor environmental education activities.
Supports the JIA’s and its lessee’s awareness of and compliance with federal, state, and Jekyll Island specific laws, codes, and regulation.
Provides support and advisement for all other JIA departments efforts to maintain the delicate balance between nature and humankind within Jekyll Island State Park.
Responsible for all projects related to southeastern coastal ecosystems, plant, and wildlife species
Advances knowledge of coastal processes and hazards, including sea-level rise, and associated challenges facing conservation including stormwater and flood management.
Communicates and defends recommendations to influence high-profile decisions and actions in alignment with the Jekyll Island Conservation Plan.
Requires strong technical experience in monitoring wildlife and/or environmental conditions, data-management, and scientific interpretation, in graphic and narrative form, for broad audiences.
Other duties as assigned or required to meet departmental goals and objectives.

Qualifications:

Graduate degree in directly related field (e.g. environmental science, ecology, biology, zoology, natural resources / wildlife management, forestry, coastal / marine studies, environmental public policy / law, etc.)
Minimum of five (5) years related professional level experience; at least one (1) year of experience supervising employees.
Strong and adaptable communication skills, positive demeanor, and demonstrated ability to work and solve problems independently and collaboratively
ArcGIS fluency highly desired, including extensions like Survey123
Certification, training, and experience planning and safely and effectively executing prescribed fire operations or ability to obtain.
Experience working with wildlife, including capture and handling of crocodilians and venomous snakes, as well as wildlife radio-telemetry.
Must have valid driver’s license
Must have or be willing to obtain rabies vaccination
Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed, including regular on-call responsibilities, and occasional time outside of normal business hours such as early morning and/or evening and night work

The Department of Environmental Studies in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a tenure track position in Natural Resource Management at the rank of Assistant Professor starting in August 2023. Area of research expertise is open within the confines of this discipline.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa’s dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 24 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and “Top Tier” ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, as well as dedication and commitment to high quality and innovative instruction to undergraduate students. The candidate will teach 12 contact hours each semester, by teaching an upper-level course in Natural Resource Management for majors once a year and contributing to our introductory environmental studies and/or non-science major lecture courses as assigned by the department chair.

The candidate is expected to engage in scholarly and research activities that involve undergraduates, advise students, and provide service to the department, college, university, and broader community. Research activities must yield peer-reviewed publications.

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

PhD strongly preferred (advanced ABD candidates considered), prior teaching and research experience with undergraduates is desirable. A personal commitment to quality undergraduate teaching and advising is essential. Candidates with experience in Geographic Information Systems are preferred.

Review of applications will begin January 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

The Conservation Agronomist will provide input and drive implementation of our sustainability strategy and regenerative agriculture programs. In this role, you will work across farmers, with businesses, corporate team members, outside industry groups and with downstream customers with a goal of delivering practical sustainability solutions that enable our business to grow and customer to be more profitable. You will help to develop, train, and influence the team to gain proficiently in positioning and engaging farm customers in our sustainability programs and offerings.

Location: This will be a remote location. The preferred locations would be Illinois or Eastern Iowa.

Relocation assistance will not be provided.
Key Accountabilities

Serve as domain specialist to farmers and sales teams in the successful implementation of regenerative farming best practices such as integration of cover crops, reduced tillage, expanded crop rotations or efficient nutrient management to ensure optimal outcomes.
Provide insights and input into sustainability strategies and incorporate emerging opportunities and expectations of our customers as well as corporate goals.
Gain expertise and an understanding of various external programs, sustainable production schemes and digital technology solutions and common sustainability programs that the industry is using to engage customers.
Collaborate in the development of programs to engage producers around sustainability practices, tools and technology, metrics or certifications that are economically sound, scalable and drive value for all stakeholders across the supply chain.
Drive the execution of plans, to build engagement and trust with the farming customer and the business and develop training tools, workshops and learning sessions to assist with internal and external execution for sales and farming customers.
Track key metrics around sustainability strategy and business goals to ensure the value and progress is transparent to internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with the marketing and communications teams to optimally position sustainability at the farming customer level and internally to tell the story of our efforts across the supply chain.
Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of four years of related work experience
Demonstrated understanding of agronomy programs working with the farming community
Travel up to 30%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree Agronomy, Crop or Soil Science, or a relevant field
Minimum of four years of direct industry or consultancy experience working with farmers
Experience driving productivity benefits and good environmental outcomes i.e. increased soil organic carbon, reduced nutrient run-off, water holding capacity and reduced green-house gas emissions
Experience Provide deep insights on barriers to adoption of regenerative practices and input into project development to address barriers, deliver a strong value proposition to the farmer and ensure alignment with protocol standards, customer expectations and/or market requirements
In-depth knowledge of agronomic principles and conservation /regenerative practices
Ability to translate technical and scientific knowledge, concepts into practical and understandable terms
Ability to navigate, leverage and utilize social media tools such as Twitter and Facebook
Certified Crop Advisor designation
Experience in project or program management.

The National Butterfly Center is a project of the North American Butterfly Association (NABA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation and study of wild butterflies in their native habitats. This 100-acre wildlife center and native species botanical garden contains trails for exploring, observation areas, educational exhibits and a plant nursery.

Position Summary: A groundskeeper is responsible for the maintenance of the gardens and trails and performs a variety of tasks related to gardening and landscaping. The groundskeeper will also play a role in the educational programs, field trips, presentations and community events, both at the NBC and off-premises. Handles duties that arise unexpectedly through the day in addition to regular, routine duties such as greeting and assisting visitors, members and volunteers. Walks the grounds daily to learn it well and be able to identify hazards and opportunities. Learns the native plants and the butterflies of the region to contribute to visitors’ overall experiences. Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

Weeds, waters and maintains plant and beds and reports issues to Director of Operations, in a timely manner.
Keeps groundskeeper’s work space, outside restrooms, palapas and other areas cleaned, stocked and properly maintained, on a daily basis.
Feeds butterflies, birds and other wildlife, daily, according to prescribed practices, and our mission and purpose.
Performs duties in support of native plant propagation and Nursery production.
Participates in environmental education programs.
Secures the grounds and assets at the end of the workday by clearing the gardens and trails of visitors and locking up.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year related work experience. Prefer some knowledge of plants, gardening, plumbing, carpentry and electrical. Ability to communicate in English and/or Spanish. Also requires the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Interacts with park visitors with the utmost respect and
Ability to follow daily work orders and daily work
Effectively manages daily work schedule and uses time
Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers and the
Takes pride in the workplace and personal performance, by continuously enhancing the Center, the environment and its features
Demonstrates a love of nature and stewardship of the
Ability to maintain a dependable record of attendance and

Working Conditions: Work is performed mainly outdoors subject to the weather and during daylight hours. Works in sunny, humid, windy, cold and rainy weather. Ability to work comfortably around co-workers and visitors. Some weekend work required.Physical Demands: Requires the ability to stand, walk and sit. Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and push a wheelbarrow. Also requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, speak, hear and see in color vision. Must be able to operate related machinery and equipment in a safe manner.