[ES_JOBS_NET] Forests and Natural Climate Solutions Strategy Manager, The Nature Conservancy, Missouri

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Job Details

Job Title

	Forests and Natural Climate Solutions Strategy Manager

Job ID

	47699

Location

Missouri

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

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OFFICE LOCATION

Van Buren, Missouri, USA. Location negotiable.

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A LITTLE ABOUT US

Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation
organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life
depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to
our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive
together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and
oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and
helping make cities more sustainable.  One of our core values is our
commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and
culturally competent workforce. Working in 72 countries, including all 50
United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local
communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn
more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan
matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies
and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional
development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will
find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and
personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

YOUR POSITION WITH TNC

The Forests and Natural Climate Solutions Strategy Manager directs all
aspects of The Nature Conservancy's initiatives to improve forest protection
and management within Missouri's Ozarks while helping define and implement a
statewide climate mitigation strategy through high-level engagement with
members of the forestry sector across the state.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Forests and Natural Climate Solutions Strategy Manager will work with
private and public-sector partners to understand and address the challenges
of adopting better forest protection and management practices in the Ozarks
Ecoregion of Missouri. S/he will build a vision and direction to advance
forestry, biodiversity conservation, and climate mitigation practices
aligned with TNC's Shared Conservation Agenda and its strategic pillars
focused on Natural Climate Solutions and protecting connected and resilient
landscapes. Specifically, the Manager will develop a statewide strategy that
will increase and measure the amount of carbon sequestered in MO's forest
protection and management practices, while engaging external partners in
developing additional solutions. The scope of project includes sustainable
forestry initiatives and close collaboration with key forestry stakeholders,
forest inventory and management planning, real estate and conservation
easement projects, habitat restoration, demonstration projects, and private
lands conservation outreach. The Manager will build on existing achievements
with key landowners and stakeholders in the Ecoregion, including the
National Park Service, Missouri Department of Conservation, U.S. Forest
Service, LAD Foundation/Pioneer Forest, forest products industry and other
key organizations and leaders. S/he will also represent TNC on work groups
and at conferences and field days to convey the importance of forest
management, protection, greenhouse gas mitigation, and economic
productivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

*	Uses the power of natural and working lands to i) accelerate climate
progress, ii) broaden the constituency for climate action and iii) ensure
Natural Climate Solutions emerges as a core pillar of climate action in
Missouri.
*	Leads the protection of land and water within networks of MO
resilient and connected sites that will allow nature to adapt to climate
change.
*	Advances existing relationships with Missouri Ozarks stakeholders,
including private landowners and forest product producers, and develops
partnerships to engage the forestry sector to promote and increase the
adoption of conservation and climate mitigation practices.
*	Facilitates and navigates partnerships to develop successful
demonstration practices within TNC properties.
*	Implements comprehensive land protection program, including
negotiations for acquisition of critical forest lands, development of
leveraged forest conservation strategies including conservation easements
and conservation buyer programs, and working with partners to provide
landowner outreach for best management practices.
*	Works in partnership with producer groups, private land owners,
agencies, academic institutions and other non-profits in a collaborative
capacity.
*	Positions the Conservancy as a respected and reputable voice in the
Missouri forestry sector.
*	Designs, implements, and directs multiple complex projects, while
setting and meeting deadlines, and ensuring program accountability.
*	Establishes ambitious and realistic goals for the strategy while
controlling costs and administering budgets.
*	Programmatic scope requires cross-boundary work and relationships
within Missouri, the Great Plains Division, North America Region, and other
networks.
*	Frequently makes independently strategic decisions based on
analysis, ambiguous information and judgment.
*	Develops relationships and works effectively with corporate,
government, community, and non-governmental organization partners.
*	Obtains and manages multi-scale federal, state, and private grant
funding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

*	BA/BS degree and 5 years of experience in conservation or forestry
practice, or equivalent combination.
*	Experience working within the forestry and/or forest products
community, and with current trends and practices in climate mitigation
strategies.
*	Experience managing projects, including managing finances, with
diverse partners, both internal and external.
*	Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including
staffing, workloads, and finances under deadlines.
*	Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting
objectives and managing performance.
*	Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners,
community groups and/or government agencies.
*	Experience negotiating complex, multi-party agreements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

*	Experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation
policy and plans with public and private entities.
*	Established relationships with members of the forestry and forest
management community in the Ozarks Ecoregion.
*	Politically savvy and experience in presenting to and communicating
with business, governmental, and community leaders.
*	Demonstrated experience in leading complex land acquisition
projects, negotiating with buyers and sellers, development of conservation
easement language, and annual easement monitoring.
*	Experience in ecological management and forest stewardship,
including timberstand improvements, property stewardship, exotic species
issues, boundary issues, community outreach, neighbor relations, and data
collection and reporting.
*	Demonstrated ability to serve as an effective representative for the
Conservancy by communicating positively and effectively with people of all
educational levels to clearly articulate concepts, gain consensus, and
achieve results.
*	Excellent supervisory and management skills, including volunteer
supervision. Ability to lead effectively in complex situations.
*	Demonstrated field familiarity with general ecological principles
and biological systems. Ability to provide oversight and coordinate
logistical support for ongoing research activities.  Familiarity with the
biota and ecological systems of the Ozarks Ecoregion.
*	Demonstrated competency in reading and interpreting maps and aerial
photographs.  Experience with GIS, regional biological inventories, GPS,
remote sensing, and ecological restoration helpful.

AUTO SAFETY POLICY

This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the
Conservancy'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." Please see
further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at
www.nature.org/careers <http://www.nature.org/careers> .

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.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply to position number 47699, submit resume (required) and cover letter
separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in
the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 27, 2019.

Click "submit" to apply for the position or "save for later" to create a
draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot
be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your
application being disqualified from consideration.

If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide
<http://www.nature.org/about-us/careers/external-applicant-userguide.pdf>
or contact applyhelp at tnc.org <mailto:applyhelp at tnc.org> .

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation
mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of
diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to
create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character 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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