Posted in Other 13 days ago.
Type: Full Time
Location: Louis, Missouri
OFFICE LOCATION
St. Louis, MO, USA
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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 Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador will create and implement plans and projects to reconnect people to the Meramec, Big, and Bourbeuse rivers and tributaries; revitalize communities impacted by environmental justice challenges; and restore the rivers, wooded riparian corridors, and surrounding lands. You will build networks and partnerships at a variety of levels including local, state, and federal government, non-governmental organizations, academia, and the private sector to engage in and influence floodplain planning, government cost-share opportunities, and implementation of several existing plans that exist for the Meramec, Big, and Bourbeuse river watersheds.
As the Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador you will integrate into the Urban Waters Federal Partnership network of federal agencies and Urban Waters Ambassadors across the country and build upon the work of past Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassadors. You will be responsible for developing a multi-year workplan by collaborating with partner organizations in the watersheds to prioritize action items from number of existing plans and tools. You will also convene stakeholder groups and host field days and workshops for partner organizations, landowners, and municipalities in the watershed. The Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador will work directly with TNC Missouri's Director of Resilient Waters.
In this role, you will bolster TNC Missouri's conservation priorities and support TNC's 2030 Goals by driving strategies to implement natural climate solutions, improve river and floodplain connectivity, and improve equitable outcomes for Missouri communities. This position will work closely with key federal partners, including the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service, who are directly supporting this work. The Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador will demonstrate progress by successfully creating and leading a shared conservation agenda for the Meramec, Big, and Bourbeuse watersheds that will include targeted cost-share and conservation easements on private land and floodplain prioritization and reconnection within communities along the rivers. This work will be highly coordinated among local partner organizations and multiple funding and land protection mechanisms from government agencies and private foundations.
This is a grant-funded position that is guaranteed for 14 months. Part of the Urban Waters Ambassador's goals will be to seek additional grant funding to maintain this position into the future.
If you are a strategic thinker and thrive when creating partnerships with multiple people, communities, and organizations, then join the Missouri Chapter of The Nature Conservancy as our Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador!
Your passion and motivation will be put to use as you impact and help accomplish conservation objectives in our beautiful state and contribute to The Nature Conservancy's global conservation goals!
This is your opportunity to positively impact people and communities with needs driven by unsustainable land use, climate change, and biodiversity loss.
* Bachelor's degree and 3 years' experience in watershed management, policy, government relations, community leadership, OR related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience managing complex or multiple projects, workloads, and finances under deadlines.
* Experience in partnership development with local, state, and private entities, as well as, influencing, developing and implementing watershed management strategic plans.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience in the Meramec, Big, and Bourbeuse watersheds including familiarity with existing coalitions and partnerships, U.S. Army Corps of Engineer studies and plans, and the Urban Waters Federal Partnership.
* Experience with floodplain management and state and federal programs that support nature-based solutions and floodplain connectivity.
Base Salary: $57,000-$61,000
The successful Meramec and Big River Urban Waters Ambassador's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, and experience.
We offer a 35-hour work week that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ.
We provide a competitive benefits package which includes: comprehensive health care plans (3 options to fit your needs,) flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care,) a 401(k) plan including employer match (8% after 1 year!) 8 weeks paid parental leave, up to 10 days of accrued paid time off in the first year, life insurance (2x salary,) short and long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.
We also offer an environment supportive of empowering our employees, amplifying an equitable workforce, and creating opportunities to participate Employee Resource Groups. We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world!
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
Location: St. Louis, Missouri. Flexible to other locations near the Meramec River Watershed.
Position Type: Full-time, Salaried
How to Apply: Applications are accepted online only at www.nature.org/careers. The job ID is 54977.
All applicants will need to submit a cover letter and resume. A reference guide is available at nature.org/careers; please follow instructions to submit your application.
Deadline: Our recruiting process is a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we review applications in the order in which they are received.
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.
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $57,000-$61,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
To apply for job ID 54977, 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.
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