Sacramento, California, USA.

The preference for this position is to be hybrid out of one of the TNC CA offices, which are located in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, and Ventura. However, candidates with home offices throughout the state will be considered.

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."

The Operations Manager will work as part of a team within the California Business Unit providing a broad range of resources. They may manage or be the subject matter expert for one specific functional activity, such as Safety, Finance, Human Resources, procurement, facilities, meetings management, special events, training, volunteer programs, contracts, etc. The Operations Manager will work towards the CA Operations team's strategic priorities by developing, implementing, organizing, and completing multiple tasks and activities. They will maintain, track, and report on key data related to the scope and priorities of the functional activity. The Operations Manager must have advanced knowledge of the systems and resources utilized by the team in order to provide programmatic support and coordinate communications related to the resources. They will complete activities with multiple variables, setting realistic deadlines and managing the timeline. They will provide guidance in satisfying requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures.

The Operations Manager will adapt processes and implement recommended practices to improve effectiveness. They will take on duties to enhance the work of the team, including, but not limited to, developing documentation, providing recommendations and targeted training related to the functional area of the team, and/or enhancing the systems and tools used by the team. They may coordinate logistics for organizational wide meetings and/or special events. They will create program materials and perform analysis and research related to program activities. They will coordinate with stakeholders for program success and may serve as the lead liaison with partners or vendors. The Operations Manager will communicate with staff in various programs across the Conservancy, as well as with vendors, business contacts, and other external parties. They will keep up to date on best practices to improve services.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to make a difference every day.

The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects and tasks, including collaborating with other Operations Managers. They should have experience supervising a variety of staff of all skill and performance levels. They should have strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills. They should be a self-starter who works well with others and holds themselves accountable to producing outstanding and accurate work products, have a strong attention to detail, be able to manage multiple tasks effectively, meeting deadlines, and exceeding expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

* Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience or equivalent combination.
* Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data.
* Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
* Experience with business process analysis and/or improvement.
* Experience supervising staff, interns, and/or volunteers
* Experience with current technology in relevant field.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams.
* Experience handling confidential information.

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.

The starting pay for this position is within the range of $70,500 - $90,225 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA and state of employment is California. The salary range for this position will the following based on location:

Sacramento, San Diego, and Ventura: $70,500 - $82,825

Los Angeles and San Francisco: $76,800 - $90,225

Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 56463, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 8:59 PM PST on Fri, April 4, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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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 with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. 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 orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.