Point Reyes Program Associate

The Nature Conservancy•San Francisco, CA

1d•$79,100 - $92,925•Hybrid

About The Position

The Point Reyes Program Associate for the TNC California Land Program plays a critical role in advancing all aspects of land stewardship, restoration, collaboration and community relations for TNC’s partnership with the National Park Service to cooperatively manage and restore over 16,000 acres on the Point Reyes National Seashore. This position serves as the on-the-ground stewardship lead for implementing a targeting grazing and land restoration program in coordination with NPS and partners. They are a key representative for TNC’s work with a wide range of stakeholders, like local organizations and community members, the visiting public, researchers, and tribal representatives. Occasional domestic travel, evening and weekend work will be required. The Program Associate must be based out of either a home office in the SF Bay Area or the San Francisco office, and be able to be on-site at Point Reyes regularly. This position is currently a three year term, with possibility of extension based on funding and performance.

Requirements

5 years of experience in land management, stewardship, conservation practices with a BA/BS degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Cross-cultural experience.
Technical understanding of rangeland management and grazing planning principles and application, with direct experience working with farmers or ranchers.
Experience managing complex or multiple projects
Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
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.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with the demographics and culture of West Marin County.
Multi-lingual.
Experience with restoration project management, including oversight of contractors, permitting, and meeting grant deliverables, timelines, reporting, etc.
Experience working on projects with significant regulatory oversight such as coastal zone, regional water quality control board, etc.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in relevant science, conservation and/or grazing discipline(s) and experience with environmental monitoring projects.
Experience managing small teams and/or volunteer groups.
Public speaking experience and/or comfort communicating across a wide range of audiences via written, spoken, and/or graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Proficiency with geographic information systems (GIS) software and mapping tools
Creative problem solver who is flexible and adaptive to changing conditions.
Positive attitude.
Strong organizational skills.
Politically savvy.

Responsibilities

Manages and maintains relationships and TNC-oversight of targeted grazing contractor(s).
Coordinates the planning and permitting of projects
Develops requests for proposals (RFPs) and manages the design and implementation of a wildlife-friendly targeted grazing program, along with installation and management of associated fencing and water system improvements, as well as planned restoration projects.
Facilitates or manages (on a case-by-case basis) the implementation of research and monitoring projects.
As needed, implements stewardship activities individually, with contractors, or with partners (e.g. managing virtual fencing systems, repairing fences and water systems, mowing, etc.).
Leads or supports volunteer and/or citizen science stewardship activities.
Contributes to TNC culture and helps advance its mission across the chapter and organization, through participation in and cultivation of trainings, sharing of ideas and expertise, relationship-building, etc.
Establish and maintain optimal standards of performance for the department or program while controlling costs and administering budgets.
Builds collaborations with outside parties to accomplish program goals.
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Frequently makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and context.