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.

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The State Forest Action Plan Coordinator will oversee the implementation of the goals and strategies identified in the Tennessee Forest Action Plan. This person will work with both internal and external partners to guide collaborations and capture accomplishments as they pertain to the action step under each goal and strategy.  This is a shared position between TNC and the Tennessee Division of Forestry (TDF), with funding provided by the USDA US Forest Service and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry.  Coordinator responsibilities will include:

1. Forest Action Plan Coordination:
   • Develop accomplishment tracking mechanism for both external and internal use.
   • Partner with Forest Stewardship Program Specialist to conduct annual Stewardship Coordinating Committee meeting to discuss implementation progress.
   • Organize collaborative meetings with key stakeholders to ensure the Forest Action Plan is being considered in their conservation planning efforts.
   • Outreach and educate decision makers to the existence and importance of the Forest Action Plan.
   • Contribute as co-author to the Forest Action Plan for future updates and rewrites.
   • Represent TNC conservation priorities to stakeholders and seek opportunities to align priorities.
2. Post natural disaster event rehabilitation technical assistance plan for Sevier County communities in and around the footprint of Wears Valley.
   • Develop list of collaborators and partners.
   • Interview TDF Forest Health and Sustainability Unit, Fire Management Unit staff, and other conservation partners to understand and document appropriate post natural disaster event forest and vegetation management strategies.
   • Provide for post fire project management to include collaboration, community engagement, site assessment, and planned course of action.
   • Incorporate Urban wood utilization concepts.
   • Publish and outreach a post natural disaster rehabilitation manual.
3. Accomplishment reporting & other administrative duties.

This is a 2-year term role with potential for extension, contingent on additional funding. Preferred geography location is East Tennessee. Salary range is $53K – $68K, depending on location and experience.

Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy 450,000 acres in Tennessee have been preserved for people and nature.  From the mountains to the Mississippi River, the Tennessee Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Tennessee unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

• BA/BS, 5 years’ experience in natural resource management, preferably forestry or fire; or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project management experience.
• Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
• Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.

Desired Qualifications

• Understanding of state forest action plans.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Knowledge of forest management practice and conservation science.
• Ability to explain forest management practices to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in forest management, and natural resource conservation.
• Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
• Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

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.

To apply for job ID 53736, 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.

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.