• Job Description

  Req#: 47522718
  OFFICE LOCATION

  Birmingham, Alabama, USA
  

  WHO WE ARE

  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.”

  WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

  The Director of Forest Programs (DFP) provides strategic vision, direction and oversight for The Nature Conservancy's forest management and restoration programs and collaborative forestry and fire related partnerships in Alabama. The DFP leads some or all aspects of conservation science, ecological restoration, including timber management and prescribed fire prioritization, ecological monitoring, and community relations for TNC's terrestrial priorities in Alabama and assists in Longleaf Pine Whole System efforts and other initiatives as assigned. The DFP may also serves as a key contact to government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations, and the academic community regarding forest management work state-wide. This position may participate in prescribed fire activities. The DFP may oversee some aspects of managing and establishing forest carbon projects.

  The Director of Forest Programs establishes the Conservancy as a major leader in forest restoration efforts in Alabama, defines conservation priorities and long-term conservation strategies, builds strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field and develops key partnerships with public and private organizations to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions and best practices. This position will develop innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools and frameworks to address the natural system needs, engages local community support for local conservation efforts, and negotiates complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and landowners to conserve, restore and protect natural communities. This position will be responsible for ensuring that public and private funds are raised to meet program needs. The DFP will need to be a registered forester in the State of AL or can achieve within 6-12 months.

  WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

  Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

  We're looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Our team in Alabama is dedicated to conservation. Join us!

  WHAT YOU'LL BRING

  • BA/BS degree and 7 years' experience in conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Fundraising experience, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
  • Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including managing finances and coordinating the work of other professionals and partners.
  • Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
  • Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies.
  • Experience negotiating.

  Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in all aspects of forestry including timber harvest, site preparation, reforestation, pre-commercial thinning, insect and disease management and coordinating multiple use management regimes.
  • Experience with all aspects of timber procurement (stand assessment, volume calculations, timber sale prospectus generation, bid advertisement, contractor selection, contractor management and quality control).
  • Prescribed Fire experience with work towards National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Qualifications preferred.
  • Experience in securing public and private funds through grant writing to meet program needs preferred.

  WHAT WE BRING

  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.

  AUTO SAFETY POLICY

  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.

  APPLY NOW

  To apply for job ID 53914, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on October 20, 2023. 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.

  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 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.

• About the company

  The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental organization, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, United States.

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