Brunswick, Maine, USA

This is a primarily office based position, based out of our Brunswick, Maine location.

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."

At TNC Maine, the Land Management Team's work is spread across four strategic pillars: Integrity of Ownership, Ecological Management, Equity of Access, and Reciprocal Learning and Networking. We are looking for a collaborative team member to help us manage our conservation easement program and other administrative information systems. This work helps to strengthen and maintain the Integrity of Ownership pillar around our custodial duties as land managers and conservation easement holders, a foundational function of the land management team. Based in our Brunswick office, you'll bring your attention to detail, your understanding of legal language and logic, and your ability to build and maintain records, files, and databases to support a close-knit team of ecological stewards caring for almost 300,000 acres in Maine.

To coordinate the conservation easement program, you'll work with the Director of Land Management and the Land Relations Manager to develop a framework and expectations for monitoring and reporting, and work to address easement or deed restriction issues with regional land managers, legal staff, and landowners. Working with the Land Relations Manager, you will assist in directing the activities of two seasonal employees who complete much of the field monitoring of legal interest sites across the state. You will also help us manage and organize our records, files, and coordinate several other datasets using various software in support of land management activities. These systems are in various stages of development and coordination, and your creative efforts will organize and connect these datasets in existing or new frameworks to enhance transparency and support single sources of truth.

The position requires a basic understanding of natural resources management, knowledge of conservation easement stewardship practices, a strong team ethic, skills in working effectively with landowners, partners, and legal staff, and a commitment to practical solutions to conservation challenges.

The Brunswick office is the dynamic hub of TNC Maine's many conservation programs and is full of passionate and dedicated conservation professionals working together collaboratively and across programmatic areas. The Stewardship Coordinator will be a part of the Land Management team, which consists of land managers with geographic assignments across the state, and reports to the Brunswick-based Land Relations Manager.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Supporting TNC Maine's Land Management Team by coordinating the annual legal compliance monitoring program, and, over time, leading strategic review of easements relative to monitoring and enforcement.
• Assisting the Land Management Team by administering informational support tools and systems for stewardship staff, which may include camp lease and use agreement administration, property tax management, research permit tracking, trail visitation data, vehicle coordination, and other administrative systems, as assigned.
• Organizing and maintaining systems, records, and files in various software systems, including ArcGIS, AirTable, Smartsheet, and Microsoft programs.
• Assisting land managers by querying various data systems to provide accurate information.
• Ensuring that all aspects of our standard operating procedures (and Land Trust Alliance Accreditation requirements) are adhered to; working with land management staff and legal staff to ensure that any potential violations are dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
• Responding to public inquiries via phone calls and emails about TNC lands across the state or directing these inquiries to land managers in that region.
• Coordinating land manager meetings and logistics including managing the field calendar during the busy summer season.
• Coordinating across Land Management staff and interfacing with spatial science staff to coordinate GIS needs and data, including working with our Land Asset Management System staff to support ArcGIS FieldMaps activities for land managers.
• Assisting in organizing and managing grant submissions and narrative reporting.
• Helping with ecological monitoring and other field projects as needed and as available.

This position:

• Is mainly office based with the ability to work in the field as time allows. This may involve some travel throughout the state and require occasional longer days and overnights.
• Performs tasks with minimal supervision and makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.
• May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.

Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy, 2.5 million acres in Maine have been preserved for people and nature. From the mountains to the sea, the Maine Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Maine unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world's leading conservation organization!

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects.
• Experience handling standard business communications.
• Must have valid driver's license.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Relational database management and design experience or strong interest in independent study strongly desired.
• Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
• High degree of organizational acumen-demonstrated ability for thorough attention to detail.
• Experience managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Excellent logic and writing skills, and ability to understand legal language in and for deeds, easements, and other legal documents.
• Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.

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.

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.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $50,000 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.

To apply for job ID , submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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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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.