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| Job Title: | Prairie Coteau Crew Leader (54430) |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Minimum $15.00 Hourly |
| Benefits: | Unspecified. |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | Associate's Degree |
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| Experience Required: | 24 Months |
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| Required Skills: | WHAT WE BRING
We offer a culture 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 foster an environment supportive of empowering our employees, amplifying an equitable workforce, and creating opportunities to participate in our nine Employee Resource Groups.
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!
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
In alignment with the broader organization, the Tri-State chapter is making an intentional effort to create a community of inclusivity and belonging through collaboration and feedback. We're committed to building a culture based on trust, transparency, empathy, and accountability. We value individuality and differences of backgrounds and ideas, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $46,800-$49,920 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.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 54430, 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.
Application Deadline: January 5th, 2024.
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 gr |
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OFFICE LOCATION
Clear Lake, South Dakota, USA
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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 Prairie Coteau program is based in Clear Lake, SD but manages 12 TNC sites across Eastern South Dakota and Southwest Minnesota. The sites consist of rare calcareous fens, wetlands, restoration, and native grasslands. In SD, there is ~20% of the original Prairie Coteau still in a grass and that equates to ~1M acres. The landscape is a matrix of crop ground and native grasslands. We are seeking a Crew Leader in this landscape. The Crew Leader will be a part of a larger TNC Chapter team, and will work directly with the Prairie Coteau Program Manager. This will be a regular, full-time (40 hours/week,) hourly position.
The Crew Leader will organize and implement land management projects on TNC sites which may include prescribed fire implementation and planning, GIS mapping, maintaining equipment, maintaining and building grazing infrastructure, noxious weed control, and other tasks. The Crew Leader leads work teams to ensure the coordination, community support and implementation of preserve management actions. Excellent organization and communication skills are a must for this position. The Crew Leader will be expected to travel individually or with a crew to perform various land management duties on TNC preserves throughout the Prairie Coteau in northeast South Dakota and southwest Minnesota.
The position will require physical labor, irregular work hours at times, some overnight travel, and occasional work at other Chapter programs across SD, ND, and MN.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
* BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Experience with natural systems (specifically grazing systems and grassland restoration work)
* Experience in ecological land management principles.
* Experience operating and/or maintaining various types on equipment and machinery.
* Knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in conservation and natural resource preservation/conservation or similar field.
* Must have a valid driver's license. Please indicate this on your resume or cover letter.
In addition, the following skills and/or experiences would be an asset for this role but are not required. For applicants without these, please view these as areas or skillsets where you will have opportunities for growth and professional development.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
* 1 - 2 years related experience in custodial and ecological land management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Some experience managing volunteers or entry-level staff.
* Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.
* Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
* Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, ArcGIS, and data gathering with tablets).
* Communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
* Ability to drive and operate ton trucks and large trailers.
* Ability to obtain licenses or certifications as required including: First Aid, CPR, herbicide/pesticide license, and DOT Medical Examine Certificate.
* Ability to become qualified, as a Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wild Land Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2. See http://www.tncfiremanual.org/firefighter.htm Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
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