OFFICE LOCATION
Nevada, USA

Entire State of Nevada, prefer Reno, Nevada or Las Vegas Nevada USA, can be a remote home office location.

WHO WE ARE
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people."

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
Indigenous people and communities have been the stewards of Nevada's landscapes since time immemorial and have perspectives and knowledge about the plants of the Great Basin that can help restoration practitioners from all backgrounds be more successful in their work. Several studies have also shown that there is an overwhelming need for additional plant materials for restoration and this opportunity may help create additional stable revenue streams for interested tribal groups and communities. Several tribal organizations are already growing plant materials for restoration purposes, either specifically for use on tribal lands, or for use in other settings, and some Nevada tribes have asked for support in securing plant materials. By listening to tribes, indigenous communities, and individuals across the state, the Restoration Tribal Liaison will build on this basic understanding to develop an overview of the restoration needs and interests from this important set of perspectives.

The Restoration Tribal Liaison position will then bring needed capacity to help transfer knowledge from tribal perspectives to the restoration practitioner community and vice-versa, serve as a catalyst for tribal groups interested in entering the plant materials market, and identify and respond to plant materials needs for tribal restoration projects. Tribal members have also expressed an interest in exploring the related issue of food sovereignty, and the Restoration Tribal Liaison will help identify the linkages between restoration, healthy ecosystems, and food sovereignty, and further support Tribes on this topic.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
If you're looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join TNC Nevada as the Restoration Tribal Liaison! Not only will you fulfil conservation objectives in the beautiful state of Nevada, but you'll contribute to conservation goals through many networks.

We're looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead our work in Nevada and bridge to related work within TNC's Western U.S. and Canada Division. A willingness to travel within the state, educate peers, and an approach to this work that embraces humility, compassion and persistence in the face of systems-level challenges are key in the role.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 5-8 years of experience or education in natural resource management or similar field with increasing levels of complexity and responsibility (for example, Bachelor's degree and 4 years' experience)
• Relationship building experience working with a variety of partners, e.g., working for a tribe or with tribal elders, government officials, agency scientists, etc.
• Experience negotiating, planning, and implementing complex ecological restoration projects.
• Knowledge of Great Basin ecosystems, especially botanical expertise.
• Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Knowledge of current and traditional trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
• Ability and willingness to apply science and/or traditional ecological knowledge to decision-making and guide activities.
• Experience managing staff or volunteers.

JOB INFORMATION

Location: Anywhere in Nevada (home office), TNC has offices in Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada

Salary: $ 60,160 - $ 78,540 yearly depending on locality and experience

Duration: 2-year Term Position with the option to extend with additional funding

WHAT WE BRING
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

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

AUTO SAFETY POLICY
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.

Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/  under the FAQ section.

Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $ 60,160 - $ 78,540 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidates actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

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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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.