Santa Fe Agreement Assistant Project Manager
About The Position
Bat Conservation International (BCI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending bat extinctions worldwide, seeks a Santa Fe Assistant Project Manager to join BCI’s HP&R Program. The Santa Fe Assistant Project Manager must be highly collaborative and enjoy working within an environment that is mission and results-driven, where they can bring their knowledge and passion to work and contribute to the mission of BCI. BCI is a distributed organization with staff across the United States. The Santa Fe Assistant Project Manager will support restoration efforts in the 2022 Hermit Peak-Calf Canyon (HPCC) fire scar located within the Santa Fe National Forest. Their work will focus on post-fire recovery efforts within the 342,000-acre HPCC scar and adjacent impacted areas of Santa Fe National Forest. This position is remote/work from home and will require travel to field sites and partner meetings. Remote work requires reliable internet access. Work may require overnight camping in front and backcountry settings, potentially for extended periods. This position is grant funded until August 2029. Additional project funds may extend the position well beyond 2029, but applicants should not assume this is a permanent position. This position is ideal for a restoration practitioner, biologist, hydrologist, range management specialist, or conservationist with interest and experience in planning and/or implementing natural resource improvement and watershed restoration projects.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in natural resource management, wildlife biology, biology, forestry, botany, hydrology, engineering or related field or four (4) years of relevant work experience in conservation, ecological restoration or natural resources.
- A minimum of one (1) year of professional experience with proven results in project management, planning, or oversight related to construction, range management, watershed restoration, wildlife habitat, or related disciplines.
- Knowledge of and experience in Federal land management policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to work, communicate, and ask for support effectively with all levels of staff, government agencies, industry, landowners, and other partners.
- Ability to work and hike in remote post-fire landscapes with accompanying gear. Applicants should be comfortable hiking up to 12 miles in a post-fire landscape with personal gear and equipment that may weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work independently, perform fieldwork, and manage projects with minimal oversight.
- Ability to effectively lead and be led.
- A strong attention to detail, and skill working in a timely and well-organized fashion.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills.
- A valid U.S. Driver’s License.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with GIS and managing geospatial data, including shapefiles, geodatabases, and KML/KMZ.
- Experience with apps such as Survey 123, Field Maps, Avenza, and OnX for collecting data and/or navigation.
- Experience writing contracts and specifications.
- Knowledge and use of heavy equipment/machinery
- Knowledge of bat biology and ecology, rangeland management, and conservation and wildlife management principles.
- Experience with planning or implementing LTPBR projects.
- Current WFR certification.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Northern New Mexico Project Manager to assess, plan, and implement range infrastructure (spring development, range fencing, and corral construction) projects within the HPCC burn scar.
- Perform contractor oversight and inspection of range fencing projects.
- Conduct ongoing communication internally and with partners on the status of project planning, implementation, and project successes.
- Provide logistical and supervisory support for field crews.
Benefits
- generous paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- health, dental, and vision insurance plan
- Organizational culture that supports staff well-being and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
