New Job Wv Recreation Coordinator In West Virginia

Elkins, West Virginia, USA

#LI-HYBRID

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.”

We at The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia—recognizing that conservation is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities—are committed to diversity and leveraging our differences. We value the contributions of all, and we strive to foster attitudes of respect and perpetual learning within our workplace. We will recruit and develop staff and trustees that embrace and embody these traits to create a diverse, inclusive and equitable organization that reflects our global and local character. We know that innovation is best supported by differences, and so seek to leverage these differences to be more effective in our work while respecting and learning from all. You can read more about our diversity and inclusion work here and access our Code of Conduct here.

The West Virginia Recreation Coordinator is responsible for advancing conservation-compatible outdoor recreation projects for the WV Business Unit from planning thru implementation for small- to medium-scale geographic areas. They will be primarily responsible for developing and implementing an outdoor recreation plan for the Canaan Valley / Dolly Sods / Allegheny Front area, and potentially other areas in WV over time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Recreation Coordinator (RC) provides technical leadership and supports the WV business unit to plan and implement conservation-compatible recreation projects, amenities, and infrastructure to advance the Nature and Economy program strategy on TNC and partner lands. The RC will work as part of the TNCWV team to develop plans for sustainable recreation development that enhances economic development and community well-being. They will oversee the implementation of a portfolio of projects including trail construction and maintenance, signage, amenity and facility upgrades, and implement best practices to strengthen partnerships. Additional responsibilities include TNC preserve stewardship activities that intersect with outdoor recreation, ecological restoration, and conservation outcomes. The Recreation Coordinator supports the development and implementation of a variety of strategies to secure public and private support for TNC conservation priorities. The RC works to build community support, ensures the maintenance of preserve areas frequented by the visiting public, develops project budgets and schedules, and manages multiple projects to completion.

The West Virginia team is searching for highly motivated, collaborative candidates that want to have a positive impact in their community by advancing a conservation-compatible outdoor recreation vision, one of the four main pillars of our Nature & Economy program.

The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental leader, impacting conservation in 76 countries and territories, including all 50 U.S. states. It is also one of the top fundraising charities in the United States. By joining our West Virginia team, you will become part of a small but passionate group of dedicated people who are on the leading edge of scaling conservation of lands and waters while ensuring West Virginia takes a bold step into a low climate future that will also leverage economic diversification and change that brings real benefit to local communities.

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 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.

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.

Estimated Starting Salary, Commensurate with Experience: $48K - $52K

To apply for job ID 53657, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected].

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.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

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 [email protected] 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.