{"id":6987,"date":"2018-01-16T14:47:55","date_gmt":"2018-01-16T14:47:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/researchbdev.wpengine.com\/environmental-studies-newsletter\/?p=6987"},"modified":"2018-01-16T14:47:55","modified_gmt":"2018-01-16T14:47:55","slug":"alumni-job-watershed-restoration-specialist-nature-conservancy-maine-chapter-applications-by-2818","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/research.bowdoin.edu\/environmental-studies-newsletter\/job-opportunity\/alumni-job-watershed-restoration-specialist-nature-conservancy-maine-chapter-applications-by-2818\/","title":{"rendered":"Alumni Job: Watershed Restoration Specialist, Nature Conservancy, Maine Chapter Applications by 2\/8\/18"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Nature Conservancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Watershed Restoration Specialist<\/h3>\n

About<\/h2>\n

The Watershed Restoration Specialist provides technical leadership and support to the Maine chapter of The Nature Conservancy by planning, prioritizing, coordinating and implementing river and stream restoration projects at the watershed scale. Projects will primarily address barriers to aquatic organism passage, including road-stream crossings and tributary and main-stem dams, and may also include floodplain restoration. The Watershed Restoration Specialist will develop and implement strategies, employ a full range of restoration tools, and actively engage and coordinate a broad range of public and private partners, including NGOs, agencies, municipalities and large landowners. S\/he will work to garner public support from local communities for restoration projects, assist in efforts to secure public and private funding, and support development of engaging communications materials. S\/he will also foster cross-site learning within the state, region and broader conservation community.<\/span><\/p>\n

Responsibilities & Scope<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u2022 Gains cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals.
\n\u2022 Financial responsibilities will include managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development, and meeting fundraising targets.
\n\u2022 Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
\n\u2022 Under minimal supervision, makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment.
\n\u2022 May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n

Minimum Qualifications<\/span><\/h2>\n

\u2022 BA\/BS degree and 5 years\u2019 experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
\n\u2022 Experience and\/or course work in ecology, management, and restoration of freshwater ecosystems, and of the current trends and practices in conservation.
\n\u2022 Experience negotiating complex agreements.
\n\u2022 Experience communicating effectively with a diversity of partners in government, non-profit and business organizations and with the general public.
\n\u2022 Experience coordinating multiple projects with several variables, setting realistic deadlines, managing timeframes and completing tasks independently.
\n\u2022 Experience using common software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Web Browsers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Desired Qualifications <\/span><\/h2>\n

\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in science-related or natural resource management-related field and 5-7 years\u2019 experience, or equivalent combination. Graduate degree preferred.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Specialization in habitat restoration, freshwater ecology and\/or fisheries conservation is particularly desired. Experience with GIS software applications a plus.
\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means and ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.
\n\u2022 Experience with the State of Maine and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permitting process a plus.
\n\u2022 Experience designing, negotiating and managing contractual agreements.
\n\u2022 Experience in community outreach and training<\/span><\/p>\n

Auto Safety Policy<\/span><\/h2>\n

This position requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with the Conservancy’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.” Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org\/careers .<\/p>\n

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.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Apply<\/span><\/h2>\n

Please visit the job page here<\/a><\/span> and follow the instructions included on this page and the linked page.<\/p>\n

To apply to position number 46049, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 8, 2018.<\/span><\/p>\n

Click \u201csubmit\u201d to apply for the position or \u201csave for later\u201d to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.<\/p>\n

If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer <\/span><\/h2>\n

Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of men and women 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.<\/span><\/p>\n

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of <\/em><\/b>The Nature Conservancy\u2019s background screening process.<\/em><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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