Office Location:

United States of America 

Open remote to those Pacific or Mountain time zone in US with preference to those in CO, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WY.

Estimate travel up to 20%.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Upland Restoration Program Manager works with a broad set of rangeland conservation and restoration projects and professionals across the western US, using matrix management to lead a complex regional strategy to improve sagebrush ecosystem restoration outcomes. The Program Manager will connect and guide team members from 7 western states on strategies that will improve the availability of native seeds, the development of landscape-scale restoration planning, and the improved use of restoration tools and practices, such as seeding and herbicide to combat the invasive annual grass and wildfire cycle in western rangelands. Working both internally and externally, the Upland Restoration Program Manager will use strong communication, team building, and organizational skills to ensure the multistate restoration team meets timeline goals and achieves strategic outcomes. The Program Manager will provide essential support to the team, including strategy refinement, key project progress tracking, and contract and funding development assistance.

The Program Manager will also build strong partnerships with other agencies, organizations, and stakeholders to further the development and demonstration of new restoration solutions that improve upon and leverage traditional models. The Program Manager will be a main point of contact with key government agencies, especially the Bureau of Land Management, other conservation organizations, and the academic community to identify opportunities and barriers to help improve upland restoration practices and policy. This is a dynamic role that will adapt to the needs of the team, including by developing biome-wide restoration priorities and long-term conservation strategies, developing key partnerships with public and private organizations, communicating solutions and best practices, and assisting with identifying and applying for additional funding to sustain this work long-term. 

This role will at times work under minimal supervision and make independent decisions. This role may also work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. This position will report to the TNC Western U.S. and Canada Division Sagebrush Sea Program Director.

We’re Looking for You:

If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our team as the Upland Restoration Program Manager! Not only will you fulfill conservation objectives across the beautiful American west, but you’ll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!

We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead our work within our Division. Systems Leadership, creativity, and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS degree and 5 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, and/or experience motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or   government agencies.  
• Experience negotiating.

BONUS

• Knowledge of current trends and practices in rangeland restoration and native seed supply chains.
• Experience in fundraising or grant development. 

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs 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 $62,000 - $92,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s 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.