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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.

One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."

The Upland Restoration Program Manager works with a broad set of rangeland conservation and restoration projects and professionals across the western US, using matrix management to lead a complex regional strategy to improve sagebrush ecosystem restoration outcomes. The Program Manager will connect and guide team members from 7 western states on strategies that will improve the availability of native seeds, the development of landscape-scale restoration planning, and the improved use of restoration tools and practices, such as seeding and herbicide to combat the invasive annual grass and wildfire cycle in western rangelands. Working both internally and externally, the Upland Restoration Program Manager will use strong communication, team building, and organizational skills to ensure the multistate restoration team meets timeline goals and achieves strategic outcomes. The Program Manager will provide essential support to the team, including strategy refinement, key project progress tracking, and contract and funding development assistance.

The Program Manager will also build strong partnerships with other agencies, organizations, and stakeholders to further the development and demonstration of new restoration solutions that improve upon and leverage traditional models. The Program Manager will be a main point of contact with key government agencies, especially the Bureau of Land Management, other conservation organizations, and the academic community to identify opportunities and barriers to help improve upland restoration practices and policy. This is a dynamic role that will adapt to the needs of the team, including by developing biome-wide restoration priorities and long-term conservation strategies, developing key partnerships with public and private organizations, communicating solutions and best practices, and assisting with identifying and applying for additional funding to sustain this work long-term.

This role will at times work under minimal supervision and make independent decisions. This role may also work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. This position will report to the TNC Western U.S. and Canada Division Sagebrush Sea Program Director.

If you're looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our team as the Upland Restoration Program Manager! Not only will you fulfill conservation objectives across the beautiful American west, but you'll contribute to conservation goals through many networks!

We're looking for a passionate, dedicated person to lead our work within our Division. Systems Leadership, creativity, and the ability to influence without authority are key in this role. Come join TNC and apply today!

• BA/BS degree and 5 years' experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads and finances under deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, and/or experience motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
• Experience negotiating.

BONUS

• Knowledge of current trends and practices in rangeland restoration and native seed supply chains.
• Experience in fundraising or grant development.

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

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 $62,000 - $92,000 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 56180, 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.

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. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC's value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we're registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we're unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.