Outreach and Field Coordinator, Molokai

The Nature Conservancy•Kualapuu, HI

2d•$63,100 - $64,235•Onsite

About The Position

The Molokai Outreach & Field Coordinator plans, coordinates, and carries out volunteer natural resource management field operations and supervises field activities and hikes, primarily in TNC’s Kamakou and Mo‘omomi preserves. This leadership position will require competency with a range of natural resource management field tasks with the ability to effectively coach, train, and lead staff, partners, and volunteers of various ages both in the field and office in the following (though not limited to): safe and effective weed control, restoration activities and GIS/data management. The dynamic and complex nature of the job requires a conservationist who will be strong in their growth mindset, perseverance, and cohesion building. The Molokai Outreach & Field Coordinator must be willing to hike in remote mountainous areas and operate in rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions. Work environment involves exposure to job hazards where there is a possibility of injury, as well as helicopter operations, so a commitment to safety is essential. The Outreach & Field Coordinator recruits, hires, trains, supervises, manages, and tracks volunteers, interns, and contractors, and builds partnerships with other resource management agencies and organizations. Activities also include all aspects of outreach including detailed organization, coordination, and logistics activities, and vehicle, equipment, and facilities maintenance. The Outreach & Field Coordinator is expected to manage their time well and effectively prioritize day-to-day operations. Occasional weekend and evening work is required. This is currently a termed, 2-year position with possibility for extension.

Requirements

GED/high school degree and 7 years of experience OR Associate's degree and 5 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in natural resource management, land stewardship, or applicable field.
Experience working with Hawai'i’s natural systems and cultural resources and management practices.
Experience with various communities and partners in Hawai'i and knowledge of how to navigate and work with sensitivity to cultural norms for successful results.
Experience in partnership development with a variety of partners, i.e., community groups, media, government agencies, and scientists.
Experience coordinating volunteer field projects involving invasive plant control, planting native plants and other activities related to watershed management including motivating, setting objectives and managing performance.
Experience delivering interpretative/educational material related to Hawaiʻi’s natural resources and native species.
Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical work in adverse conditions and inclement weather.
Experience completing tasks independently within timeline(s).
Experience with communication via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Experience in training others.
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Molokai community
Hawaiian language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Ability and willingness to apply bio-cultural approach to decision-making and guide activities.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, land management and natural resource preservation.
Experience operating 4WD vehicle in off-road conditions.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and carries out volunteer natural resource management field operations.
Supervises field activities and hikes.
Coaches, trains, and leads staff, partners, and volunteers in natural resource management field tasks.
Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, manages, and tracks volunteers, interns, and contractors.
Builds partnerships with other resource management agencies and organizations.
Manages outreach activities including organization, coordination, and logistics.
Maintains vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
Manages time effectively and prioritizes day-to-day operations.