The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization
working to make a positive impact around the world in 69 countries, all
50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The
Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all
life depends.
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.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Marine Coordinator leads and participates in marine
conservation programs in Maui Nui including the management, development
and coordination of conservation activities with multiple community and
agency partners to advance policy and research initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Assistant Marine Coordinator leads and participates in the
development and coordination of conservation activities with community
and agency partners to advance initiatives such as marine area planning
and designations, and community-based learning networks and field
research.
This may include one or more of the following functions:
- Assists in the development and implementation of marine management planning processes
- Coordinates and supports community involvement in government processes
- Communicates with community groups and agencies
- Develops learning materials
- Leads discussions with groups and documents meeting processes and discussion
- Conducts interviews, writes reports and keeps records
- Collects scientific data in coastal and marine areas with partners
- Leads work teams, supervises volunteers and coordinates partners
- Communicates publicly in a professional manner
- Maintains open communication with staff and partners
- Furthers the Conservancy’s strategic goals
To Apply: Please complete an online application at HERE and upload a resume and cover letter by August
15, 2016. Cover letter should explain how you meet the minimum
qualification listed.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
- Work closely with administrative and professional staff with responsibility for performance management, training and development.
- May lead or monitor work groups consisting of staff, interns, and volunteers covering a wide geographic area.
- Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development and meeting fundraising targets.
- Networks with diverse groups, including community groups, land owners, conservation partners, government officials, donors, board members and the general public to recruit support for and publicize the work of the Conservancy.
- Works under minimal supervision; must make independent decisions based on experience and judgments and maintain effective communication with supervisor and other staff.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in marine conservation-related field and 1 year related experience in marine conservation, science, education, outreach, planning or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to recognize marine plant and animal species by sight, Hawaiian name, scientific name, and common name to complete marine management activities.
- Experience working in natural marine systems in Hawaii, preferably Maui.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience working with community groups in marine management and policy in Maui, Hawaii and the Pacific.
- Experience training and supervising volunteers to conduct field research.
- Experience performing physical work while snorkeling or diving in open water or the shoreline for 6 hours at a time in challenging weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred 1 – 3 years related experience in ocean resource management.
- Experience and skills in communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means.
- Experience organizing community groups
- Knowledge and or experience with the state administrative rule making process and marine designations and policy in Hawaii.
- Experience and skills in facilitating small group discussions
- Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, marine management and natural resource preservation in Hawai‘i and on Maui Island.
- Ability to complete tasks independently on time.
- Valid driver's license
HOW TO APPLY
To apply to position number 44510, submit resume and cover letter as
one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to
11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 17, 2016.
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 or contact applyhelp@tnc.org. *LI-NC1
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 men and women 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.*
Job Title: Assistant Marine Coordinator, Maui Program
Location: Hawaii
Job ID: 44510
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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