Job Tag: Conservation

Do you have experience in land conservation, real estate transactions, or protecting working lands through conservation easements?

Are you passionate about permanently protecting open spaces, supporting local landowners, and conserving critical natural habitats?

Would you like to be part of a mission-driven team that works every day to preserve the landscapes that make our region special—for wildlife, clean water, and future generations?

We are seeking a thoughtful, motivated, and relationship-oriented professional to join our team as Land Conservation Manager (LCM). The LCM plays a lead role in advancing our mission by guiding conservation acquisitions—from landowner outreach to closing—ensuring that every protected acre contributes to a more resilient and connected landscape. The ideal candidate will bring strong skills in project management, communication, and conservation strategy, and a deep commitment to protecting land that matters.

Core Responsibilities

Land Acquisition & Conservation Planning

Lead all phases of fee-simple and conservation easement acquisition projects, from landowner engagement to closing.
Evaluate prospective properties based on conservation values, landscape connectivity, and strategic fit with CLC’s conservation plan and priority areas.
Maintain thorough understanding of LTA Standards & Practices to ensure legal, ethical, and mission-aligned land protection.
Prepare conservation proposals, maps, and project summaries for internal review and funding applications.

Landowner Engagement & Negotiation

Identify and cultivate strong relationships with private landowners, municipal partners, and nonprofit collaborators across the region.
Clearly communicate the conservation benefits and financial implications of voluntary land protection, including tax incentives, stewardship responsibilities, and public/private land use.
Conduct field visits, site evaluations, and preliminary conservation assessments to determine project suitability and alignment with strategic goals.
Represent CLC with integrity and professionalism in interactions with diverse landowners and stakeholders.

Transaction Management & Due Diligence

Manage project workflows and deadlines using appropriate tracking and project management tools.
Coordinate all legal, financial, and environmental due diligence, including title reports, appraisals, surveys, Phase I ESAs, and baseline documentation.
Collaborate with legal counsel and the Land Conservation Director to structure and negotiate conservation easements and purchase agreements.
Maintain accurate project files, budget tracking, and documentation per LTA accreditation requirements.

Team Supervision & Leadership

Supervise the Land Conservation Associate, providing regular guidance, professional development, and performance evaluation.
Assign and oversee project tasks to ensure effective support and alignment with conservation priorities.
Support a team culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

Funding & Grant Development

Lead or support preparation of grant proposals, match documentation, and post-award reporting.
Track project budgets and deliverables to meet grant and organizational requirements.

Partnerships & Organizational Support

Build and maintain relationships with local governments, state agencies, partner land trusts, and national organizations.
Present land acquisition projects to committee and Board of Directors for review.
Support broader organizational initiatives such as community engagement and conservation planning, as needed.

Qualifications

3+ years experience in managing real estate transactions
Demonstrated experience with conservation easements, fee acquisition, and landowner negotiations.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects with attention to detail, deadlines, and legal compliance
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build trust with landowners and represent CLC in diverse settings
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in project budgeting, contracts, and land management tools (ArcGIS, Landscape, Excel)
Passion for conservation and a commitment for CLC’s mission.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with land trust operations or working within an LTA-accredited organization.
Working knowledge of North Carolina land use policies, conservation funding sources, and real estate law.
Supervisory experience and team leadership in a nonprofit or conservation setting.

Audubon Canyon Ranch seeks to hire a Facilities & Land Stewardship Specialist. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and generous paid time off. Starting pay between $33 and $35 per hour with a standard work week of 37.5 hours. This is a traveling position with work taking place in Sonoma and Marin counties. Work truck provided. Desired start date is August 11, 2025.

Purpose
The Facilities & Land Stewardship Specialist serves an essential role in the maintenance and repair of facilities, infrastructure, lands, tools, and equipment central to our mission, working alone and with employees, volunteers, contractors, and others.

Audubon Canyon Ranch is going through an exciting phase, having recently adopted a 5-year strategic plan, new board members, and new employees. The Facilities & Land Stewardship Specialist will provide essential support to our organization.

The Department of Environmental Sciences in the College of Agriculture at
Tennessee State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant
Professor position in Natural Resource Management. The successful candidate will join an
interdisciplinary faculty committed to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and applied
forest science education. The incumbent will be a key faculty member in the Department’s pursuit
for accreditation by the Society of American Foresters. This position is expected to begin in Fall
2025.

Position Description:
We seek an innovative and dynamic educator with expertise in silviculture and applied forest
ecology, particularly as it relates to forest ecosystems in the southeastern United States. The
successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, with
teaching as the primary focus of the appointment.

Teaching responsibilities will include:
• An undergraduate course and lab in Silviculture (required)
• Additional undergraduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, which may include but are not limited to:
• Forest Vegetation
• Introduction to Wildland Fire
• Forest Management Planning
• Natural Resource Sampling
• Ecological Monitoring and Data Analysis
• A graduate-level course aligned with the candidate’s research specialty Other responsibilities
include:
• Academic advising and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students
• Participation in curriculum development and student recruitment
• Engagement in scholarly activities including applied pedagogical research or discipline-specific
research related to forest ecosystems
• Service on departmental, college, and university committees
• Active contribution to the department’s pursuit of Society of American Foresters (SAF)
accreditation

Minimum Qualifications:
• A Ph.D. in Silviculture, Forestry, Forest Ecology, or a closely related field is required by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching
• Commitment to experiential, field-based learning and student-centered instruction
• Evidence of scholarly activity, such as publications or presentations, is desirable
• The candidate with at least one degree from a Society of American Foresters accredited degree
program is preferred but not required.

This is a 100% temporary appointment for 1 year and is based on available funding.

Hourly Wage: $21.87-$22.75/hr

This position will work on research projects focused on mammal ecology, conservation, and management in Minnesota and the Western Great Lakes Region. Initially, primary tasks will be related to ongoing carnivores (American marten, bobcat, coyote, fisher, weasel) and, flying squirrel research projects. Job duties will focus on project implementation and coordination and will include both conducting work and training and overseeing seasonal technicians. Specific job tasks are not limited to but will include analyzing trail camera images; conducting vegetation surveys; programming and deploying temperature loggers and remote cameras; conducting small mammal surveys; live-trapping and radio collaring forest carnivores; field tracking and monitoring of study animals; laboratory analysis of scat samples; wildlife necropsy and collection of parasite and health samples; forest inventory field measurement; and contributing to data management, analysis, and dissemination via project reports and peer-reviewed publications. Duties will also include occasional work on other ongoing wildlife research projects, including data analysis, contributing to grant proposals, and assisting with other tasks as needed.

Job Duties:

Field data collection (45%)
Employee will help conduct numerous field tasks to support ongoing wildlife research. Specific field tasks will include conducting forest inventory surveys, surveying small mammals, deploying and retrieving remote camera and temperature dataloggers, live-capture and radio-collaring carnivores, and field tracking radio-collared study animals to collect scats and other data. Additional duties will be required as needed for ongoing projects. Must be able to tolerate long days doing field work in a range of weather conditions, including those that can be challenging to work in. We conduct field work year-round, and demonstrated ability to conduct field work during the winter is essential. Must have demonstrated the ability to conduct field work in remote settings in small groups or independently. This position will also include supervision of temporary and student employees on field projects.

Data management and analysis (25%)
Employee will help manage data and samples for multiple ongoing studies, including small mammal survey data, telemetry data, live-capture data, remote camera data, acoustic data, temperature logger data, habitat/forest inventory data, GIS data, and hair and scat samples. Under direction of PI, the employee will analyze data including identification of animals on remote camera pictures, identification of remains in scats for diet analysis, necropsy and parasite/disease exposure, and analysis of telemetry data for home range and habitat selection analyses. The employee will be expected to adhere to institutional and lab-specific data management protocols, including quality assurance/quality-control, to ensure accuracy and integrity of data. The employee will also help the PI supervise temporary and student staff in data entry and management activities.

Dissemination (10%)
Employee will contribute to reports, presentations, and manuscripts. Includes assistance with literature reviews, creating figures and tables for reports and publications, and drafting text for reports and publications.

Engage positively in NRRI’s safety culture by completing trainings, participating in lunchbox safety discussions, and identifying potential hazards encountered while completing job duties.

Skillsets are defined in the required and preferred qualifications but summarized briefly here. Key skill sets include strong field experience and navigational skills. Successful applicants must be comfortable working in remote areas in challenging conditions and all seasons and have the ability to do so safely and train/coordinate the work of others in similar field conditions. A good foundation of data management and analysis skills are required to allow the successful applicant to help manage and analyze data collected in the field and laboratory. Strong communication skills are required, as the applicant will be expected to contribute to dissemination of project results in written and verbal formats. Strong interpersonal skills and experience coordinating field work will be important to allow the successful applicant to effectively coordinate projects with other staff. Finally, some specific wildlife experience demonstrating proficiency in at least one species and species-specific methods is important to both ensure the successful applicant can perform the duties required by this position but also to demonstrate the capacity to learn new skills as required by this position.

This position will report directly to the Principal Investigator and serve as a point of contact for temporary staff and undergraduates conducting project activities. This position will work under general supervision and will be expected to use technical knowledge to solve most routine issues that arise, working with the principal investigator and other staff to solve more complex problems that arise.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, wildlife ecology/management, or related environmental science from an accredited college or university and 2 years of related experience or a combination of education and work experience equal to 6 years of related experience.
Evidence of field skills and experiences working in remote settings, including a demonstrated ability to work in the field conditions present in northern Minnesota. Must have experience navigating in the field using GPS, compass, or map.
Previous experience working in wildlife research in a position that included a strong field component. Must have previous experience with telemetry and live-capture and handling of wildlife (experience capturing and handling carnivores is preferred).
Demonstrated ability to manage, analyze, and summarize data from a variety of sources.
Demonstrated working knowledge of and experience using statistical (e.g., SAS, R) or geographical (e.g.,ArcGIS) software.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Physical requirements include: a. Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 40-50 pounds b. Demonstrated ability to walk/hike in rough terrain for 8 hours per day in all seasons c. Tolerance of bugs and working in inclement weather as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in ecology, biology, wildlife ecology/management, or related environmental science from an accredited college or university.
Experience analyzing complex data from a variety of sources to assess ecological patterns and processes. It is preferred that previous experience analyzing data involves a variety of datatypes such as field, laboratory, or remotely-sensed data.
Previous experience conducting forest inventory measurements for forestry or wildlife research or management.
Previous experience working with carnivores, including research or monitoring activities focused on carnivores.
Previous experience analyzing wildlife diets using stable isotopes or scat-based methods.
Previous experience supervising field crews.
Previous experience with wildlife necropsy and collecting and interpreting data on health indices or parasite/disease exposure.
Experience in presenting scientific results to varied audiences such as scientists, agency personnel, or laypeople.
Experience writing reports or publications summarizing scientific data and results of analyses.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposure:

Strict adherence to safety protocols to protect against exposure to risks during live-trapping and sample processing.
Physical requirements include ability to lift and carry equipment weighing 40-50 lbs., demonstrated ability to walk/hike in rough terrain for 8 hours per day in all seasons, and tolerance of bugs and working in inclement weather as needed.

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations.

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Conservation Administrator-Land Conservation and Stewardship Program in our Pittsburgh office. The Land Conservation and Stewardship Program (LCS) Conservation Administrator is responsible for carrying out a variety of tasks related to program operations and finances. The Conservation Administrator reports directly to, and works closely with the Vice President, Land Conservation to carry out their responsibilities.
Job Duties

Performs a variety of administrative tasks, as necessary, for LCS staff, including but not limited to, tracking project timelines, budgets, expenses, invoicing, reporting, and staff time. Carries out related clerical and staff or project support duties as needed. Most of this should be accomplished by assisting LCS staff with populating and managing a database called Landscape or spreadsheets for LCS projects.

Maintains and manages electronic and paper filing systems, including project files and staff procedures, checklists and sample documents.

Coordinates, assembles, reviews and edits information for Institutional Advancement, Finance and Administration, and President about the status of deliverables and expenditures for grants, including regular grant reports. Codes and processes checks that WPC receives from tenants, gas companies and others. Uses Financial Edge/Intacct and Salesforce as needed.

Reviews and revises information for WPC board and executive committee, including descriptions, resolutions and supporting materials, such as power points, maps and other background materials.

Reviews land protection documents submitted from LCS staff to Vice President for consistency with board and executive committee resolutions and other communications with the board and executive committee.

Works with Vice President to manage special projects, develop grant proposals and produce other program materials, coordinating the activities of other staff members to ensure timely delivery of products.

Assists the Vice President with budgeting and planning for budgeting for future years. Supports the Vice President with preparation and review of spreadsheets and Financial Edge/Intacct software reports.

Assists LCS staff with outreach, especially preparing mailings and setting up meetings.

Responds first to inquiries from the public, WPC members and others about general land protection and stewardship issues, lands for sale on the WPC website, and lands they want to sell to WPC.

Coordinates and prepares payments due for property taxes of properties owned by WPC.

Attends LCS program meetings and functions, taking minutes when requested. Works with staff to prepare meeting agendas as needed.

Assists LCS staff with scheduling meetings at WPC and use of the projector.

Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fund-raising efforts and needs, as applicable.

Assists staff with the coordination of WPC office leases.

Coordinates volunteers and volunteer projects. Maintains volunteer information in Salesforce

Works from the Pittsburgh office. With the permission of the Vice President, Land Conservation, some work can be performed from home or another remote location. Supports front desk receptionist as needed, which is typically about one hour per week.

Represents LCS and WPC as requested at external meetings and on committees.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills

Sedentary work

Speaking and hearing in-person, telephone, and other remote speech

Seeing with near and far visual acuity

Qualifications

Strong organizational, time management and communications skills.

Experience working on complex projects, multiple tasks and assignments involving other staff.

Proficient with or ability to learn various software programs including Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Windows programs, Salesforce and Intacct financial system.

Comfortable with reviewing and revising Excel spreadsheets and other financial documents.

Ability and experience in reviewing and editing documents as well as producing clear written summaries of documents or reports.

Cooperative work ethic, good interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written) and ability to work with a wide range of people.

To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The Wildlife Conservation Network is a rapidly growing leader in wildlife conservation, working with over 125 species in more than 84 countries across the world. WCN uses its collaborative, entrepreneurial, innovative, and philanthropically generous approach to wildlife conservation to reverse crises facing threatened species. In support of WCN’s mission to protect endangered species and preserve their natural habitats by supporting entrepreneurial conservationists who pursue innovative strategies for people and wildlife to coexist and thrive, WCN gives entrepreneurial leaders access to donors and a range of resources and tools they need to be successful.

WCN’s dedicated and diverse team values the people and relationships behind conservation as much as the science and strategy to save wildlife. We are looking for an experienced conservationist to develop conservation strategies, manage grant making, collaborate closely with conservation partners, and participate in the program’s fundraising and marketing. This role will report to the Sr. Director of Conservation Programs, and can be hybrid/remote.

WCN’s Sea Otter Fund

Sea otters, once abundant from Baja California across the north Pacific Rim to Japan, were nearly eliminated by the fur trade in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, they inhabit some areas of their historical range but are still absent from a substantial portion of the U.S. Pacific Coast.

Their absence has created significant ecological imbalances. Without them, the health of kelp and seagrass systems are at risk, and the loss of these systems reduces habitat for numerous species and diminishes these ecosystems’ ability to sequester carbon and maintain water quality. A coalition of conservation groups, scientists, Tribal nations, government agencies, and communities supports sea otter reintroduction along their historical U.S. Pacific Coast range. However, current efforts lack coordination and sufficient resources.

WCN is uniquely positioned to advance this work through our proven Wildlife Fund model by a) serving as an ‘honest broker’ to convene and align key stakeholders; b) providing sustained, flexible funding to support critical conservation work; and c) leveraging our donor and professional network to bring new resources to sea otter conservation.

The Sea Otter Fund will advance critical scientific research and technical planning to lay the groundwork for successful sea otter reintroduction. It will also convene conservation groups, scientists, Tribal nations, government agencies, and other communities to develop solutions that advance sea otter restoration and are aligned with local community priorities.

The Sea Otter Fund represents an unprecedented opportunity to restore a keystone species and revitalize coastal ecosystems by supporting and building the capacity of sea otter conservationists.
Key Responsibilities

Leadership, Strategy and Granting

Develop and implement the Sea Otter Fund strategy.
Guide the development and ongoing refinement of WCN’s Sea Otter Fund and its strategy, with close input from WCN leadership, external advisors, and potential collaborators.
Lead the program’s grantmaking and ensure it is executed effectively. Seek and vet potential grantees to identify opportunities for effective projects; advise grantees on strong project design, and assist them to submit strong proposals for consideration.
Travel to visit partner project sites, when appropriate.
Build collaborations that have the potential to advance the goal(s) of the Sea Otter Fund.
Position WCN as a neutral convener to support sea otter conservation groups and help align conservation strategies, solve problems, and build capacity.
Design and hold strategic convenings on various key issues of conservation relevance.
Engage and inspire donors to support the Fund.
Actively engage new and existing donors to secure funding for the Sea Otter Fund, with support from WCN’s donor engagement team. Serve as the lead ambassador for the program, participating in donor calls, events, site visits and updates.
Track program metrics to report back to program funders and WCN leadership.
Work with WCN’s marketing team to design and execute compelling program communications for both donors and conservation partners, including progress reports and other collateral.

Member of the WCN Conservation Programs Team

Support WCN’s California Wildlife Program and/or other conservation programs.
Contribute to the development of the overall WCN conservation strategy, with input into the Wildlife Funds, Partner Network, and Rising Wildlife Leaders programs.
Participate in WCN’s Expos, workshops, and other events in support of WCN’s conservationists and donors.

Skills Desired:

A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, including significant experience with conservation issues.
Experience in marine and/or coastal biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, and/or related discipline.
Knowledge of or experience working within United States regulatory systems.
Experience with grantmaking, from either the funder side or from the implementer side.
Experience performing due diligence to proactively and reactively recognize potential grantmaking opportunities and assess a proposal.
Expertise directly related to sea otter conservation and management is a plus.
Experience working with Tribal nations is a plus.
Expertise with wildlife reintroductions/translocations is a plus.
Strong project management skills and highly organized to manage a growing pipeline of projects.
Strong people skills and communication skills, with a strong partner and donor-oriented ethic.
Proficient facilitator and convener, with demonstrated ability to design and execute strategies that sustain high levels of engagement from diverse stakeholders and groups.
Passion for wildlife conservation.
Strong natural alignment with WCN’s Core Values.
Entrepreneurial and self-directed. Ability to make decisions swiftly and work in a fast paced environment.

Compensation and benefits:

The salary range is $95,000-$115,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience. Salary may vary for applicants residing outside the San Francisco Bay Area based on location and cost of living considerations. In addition, benefits include: medical, dental, vision insurance contributions, chiropractic/acupuncture, basic life insurance, AD&D, Health FSA and Dependent care (pre-tax payroll dollars), a retirement plan where WCN matches 100% of employee’s contribution up to 6% of employee’s salary, 11 paid holidays with 1 paid floating holiday, 15 days of paid vacation in the first year (+1 day per year worked), paid sick leave, and an employee discount program.

The Narragansett Bay Estuary Program (NBEP) seeks a motivated team player to join the Narragansett Bay region’s National Estuary Program as Staff Ecologist in NBEP’s Providence, RI office. The ideal candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about watershed, estuarine, and coastal ecosystem conservation and restoration in southern New England. The Staff Ecologist will step into a newly-created position, reporting to the Executive Director, and should be ready to support existing projects while thinking carefully and creatively about how this new role can support partners to help fill gaps in ecosystem monitoring and protection. This position is contingent on continued grant funding. NBEP expects to begin interviews in June.

NBEP is one of 29 place-based National Estuary Programs first established in 1987 by an amendment to the federal Clean Water Act and overseen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. NBEP uses a voluntary, community-driven approach to enhance water quality, wildlife, and quality of life across our study area, which includes Narragansett Bay, Little Narragansett Bay, the Rhode Island Coastal Ponds, and their watersheds in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. A catalyst for scientific inquiry and collective action, NBEP offers consensus-building, scientific analysis and communications, and grant-making services to help restore and sustain the region’s natural resources in the face of legacy challenges and accelerating change. Guided by a diverse 30+ member partnership, NBEP is hosted by the Community Partnerships Center at Roger Williams University, leveraging our shared interest in creating collaborative paths to a better future for ecosystems, economies, and communities. Learn more about NBEP at www.nbep.org.

Essential Functions / Characteristics
Facilitation and Coordination

Coordinate closely with NBEP partners to advance watershed, estuarine, and coastal habitat restoration and conservation efforts
Convene and participate in working groups to address habitat restoration and conservation needs: organize meetings, prepare agendas, take notes, and track action items
Provide support to NBEP’s Science Advisory Committee

Project Cultivation and Management

Oversee habitat-related subawards, contracts, and Requests for Proposals
Work with partners to identify and secure funding for priority habitat projects
Identify and help fill gaps in ecosystem monitoring and restoration efforts
Track projects and accomplishments for NBEP’s Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP)

Science Synthesis and Communication

Work with diverse people and interests, including local, state, and federal agencies; watershed organizations; Tribes; farmers; academics; students; and consultants
Connect with various audiences, including committees, partners, nonprofit groups, university classes, and the interested public, through presentations, meeting participation, and written communications (fact sheets, newsletter articles, technical reports, white papers, StoryMaps)
Contribute to the development of the 2027 State of Narragansett Bay and Its Watershed Report and subsequent updates

Requirements:

Master’s degree in ecology, biology, botany, environmental science, environmental engineering, hydrology, geography, or any discipline related to understanding complex ecosystems
Passion for southern New England natural habitats and wildlife
Demonstrated ability to work with a small team and with diverse people and interests toward common goals
At least five years of professional experience in a conservation, management, and/or scientific field related to the estuarine, coastal, and riverine habitats represented in the Narragansett Bay region
Strong emotional intelligence with the ability to listen, empathize, find common-ground, defuse conflict, and establish trust
Capability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
Valid driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel to meetings and project sites in the region

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in grant and contract management
Experience in ecological monitoring
Experience convening project teams and facilitating meetings
Excellent written communication skills
Experience working with volunteers, students, and interns
Knowledge of local, state, and federal permitting requirements for ecological restoration projects
ArcGIS, R, and open science skills
Comfort working in a hybrid environment with Microsoft products

Salary range $62,498-$75,000

The selected candidate will provide field support for eagle biological monitoring as part of ongoing risk avoidance measures. In this position, the avian biologist will be responsible for eagle monitoring at an operating wind farm, adhering to standardized protocols, and keeping detailed field data sheets. Precise and complete data collection is essential for this position. The position will be field based, with the avian biologist being required to relocate to an area within a one-hour (one-way) drive from the Project site. Monitoring will occur between June and August 2025. Opportunities for additional monitoring work beyond August 2025 or for permanent full-time employment upon completion of the seasonal term may be available.

Travel: The position will require relocating to central Montana. Westwood will provide a monthly stipend to assist with relocation and living expenses.

Compensation:

$20.00/Hour + 1.5X Overtime
$3,000 Relocation and Monthly Living Stipend

Required Skills

Have achieved or are pursuing a degree in environmental science, soil science, biology, botany, or related natural sciences field.
Ability to identify bald and golden eagles in flight.
Able and willing to work extended hours (15+ hours/day) for multiple days (3-4 days) in a row.
Comfortable working outdoors in remote locations for long periods in hot, cold, and other variable climatic conditions.
Comfortable working in a rural setting where you may encounter various wildlife species, including, but not limited to, elk, mule deer, coyote, wolves, venomous snakes, and biting/stinging insects.
The ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time either stationary or walking through all types of terrain.
Able and willing to travel across the U.S. with overnight stays as needed.
Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Good driving record and valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Experience

Other ornithological experience
Knowledge of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Endangered Species Act, US Fish and Wildlife Land Based Wind Energy Guidelines and the Eagle Conservation Plan Guidance.
Wildlife Certifications
Experience with 4×4 vehicles and offroad travel.

The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®) is a non-profit leader dedicated to advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaborations. A key driver of SFI’s success is its ability to engage diverse communities to deliver across its 4 pillars: Standards, Conservation, Community, Education. At SFI, we aim to foster a culture where everyone feels valued, empowered, and supported in advancing sustainability through forest-focused collaborations.

To facilitate informed decision-making and to make the case for the value of sustainability, SFI is working to quantify, grow, and communicate the conservation benefits of sustainable forest management – specifically the connection between sustainable forestry and outcomes important to key sustainability topics such as climate change, biodiversity, fire, and water. SFI Conservation pillar activities support the interpretation and implementation of SFI standards to document and expand their conservation and resilience outcomes for forests, nature, and people. To ensure objectivity and credibility, SFI engages in diverse collaborations across a broad range of research, academic, and conservation interests to help define, guide, implement, and measure Conservation pillar activities and outcomes.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated natural resource professional, with a desire to work on our Team to identify and implement strategies that promote, achieve, and measure the conservation outcomes of SFI certified sustainable forest management. Communication and attention to detail are keys in this role, especially communicating complex scientific information to semi-technical users and tracking key project deliverables and timelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong science communication skillset, as well as a deep desire to connect with and help people. Reporting to the Director of Conservation Implementation, the Manager of Conservation Implementation provides critical support across SFI Conservation Programs. The Manager functions as a convener of collaborative efforts and provides project-level management of a breadth of work across the United States and Canada. In this role, you will:

Collaborate with and provide support to the Director of Conservation Implementation, including for diverse knowledge transfer efforts such as workshops, webinars, fact sheets, etc.
Provide conceptual, logistic, and delivery-driven support to grant-funded projects. Support the development of new proposals.
Support interpretation of technical reports and scientific literature about focal conservation themes
Provide support to Certified Organizations in the interpretation and implementation of the SFI standards that lead to positive conservation outcomes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Collaborate with and support the Director of Conservation Implementation and support knowledge transfer efforts to ensure relevancy, utility, and credibility of Conservation pillar programs and activities.

Work with the Conservation team to organize, develop, and deliver data, tools, guidance, and training for the SFI community, including a network of SFI Implementation Committees across US States and Canadian provinces, that builds capacity to achieve and measure conservation outcomes of SFI standards.
Create informative briefings, presentations, and knowledge transfer materials (e.g., infographics) in partnership with various colleagues and partners internal and external to SFI.
Engage in partnerships to utilize such information, ensure the relevancy and applicability of this work to achieving and demonstrating the conservation objectives of the SFI standards. This will include periodic presentations, development and execution of webinars, and coordination with Communication pillar staff to effectively convey outcomes.

Provide conceptual, logistic, and delivery-driven support to grant-funded projects.

Track activities, timelines, and deliverables and take responsibility to meet deadlines or communicate challenges with deadlines.
Coordinate with the SFI Finance & Operations team on grant reimbursements and reporting. Support the Director of Conservation Implementation in management of grant budgets.
Proactively communicate key information with stakeholders, such as events, collaboration opportunities, project results, and conservation practices.
Organize workshops and events in support of conservation outcomes.

Support interpretation of technical reports and scientific literature about focal conservation themes that relate to forest ecology, forest management, climate change mitigation and adaptation, fire resilience, and biodiversity.

Analyze data or research findings and synthesize results thoughtfully and efficiently.
Provide input on technical reports and new research to synthesize and communicate knowledge on focal themes in sustainable forestry, carbon, water, fire, biodiversity, and conservation.

Support SFI Certified Organizations in conservation-related engagement.

Seek opportunities to engage, educate, and inform certified organizations and supporting partners and experts about SFI key sustainability topics (e.g., climate, fire resilience, biodiversity).
Implement new tools and technologies that support certified organizations across key sustainability topics.
Interpret, synthesize, and elevate most relevant results from ongoing and previous Conservation pillar projects and partnerships, to maximize information and communication value that aligns with SFI standard conservation objectives.

WORK LOCATION:
This is a remote position, open to candidates located in the continental United States, ideally near major commuting hubs. SFI maintains offices in Washington, DC, and Ottawa, Ontario. Employees who live within commuting distance of either office are expected to work in-person two days per week—specifically on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The remaining days may be worked remotely or from the office, at the employee’s discretion. Please note that SFI may adjust the required number of in-office days in the future.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education and Experience

Degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Management/Policy, or a related field (preferred: Master’s degree).
At least 3 years of experience in natural resources, conservation, sustainability, or related fields (required).
Direct experience in the forestry, conservation, or sustainability sectors (required).
Experience with forest certification and certified organizations (required).
Experience with GIS (preferred).
Experience with forest inventory data and/or forest modeling software (preferred).
Experience in grant management (preferred).

Key Competencies

Respect for the role of sustainable forest management in sustaining community, our environment, and our economy (required).
Demonstrated ability to be a problem solver and a utility player (required).
Positive attitude and high energy, enjoyment working cooperatively in a team environment, and will prioritize the mission over individual agendas (required).
Experience building positive and collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders (required).
Track record for managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment, handling tasks with diplomacy, tenacity, patience, and a drive for results (required).
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to effectively plan, analyze, and meet deadlines (required).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) (required).
Superior written and verbal communications skills (required).
A sound work ethic with the ability to act both independently and as part of a team (required).
Language skills a plus (preferred).