Aquatic Invasive Species Manager

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube  or on Glassdoor.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Adirondack Park Invasive Plant Program (APIPP) is an award-winning invasive species program that leads The Nature Conservancy’s invasive species work in the Adirondacks in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. APIPP is one of eight established Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management (PRISMs) in New York, whose mission is to work in partnership to minimize the impacts of invasive species on the Adirondack region’s communities, lands, and waters. Program goals are to build partnerships, prevent new invasive species introductions to the region, detect and rapidly respond to new infestations, and mitigate harmful impacts of established infestations. APIPP advances a comprehensive, integrated approach that incorporates awareness building, prevention, early detection, rapid response, monitoring, restoration, and innovation strategies. Visit www.adkinvasives.com to learn more.

The Aquatic Invasive Species Manager (AISM) plans and directs Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) monitoring programs to ensure efforts are strategic, addresses critical threats of AIS to natural systems and individual species, and helps prevent the spread of invasive species through education and partnership building. The AISM develops and disseminates data to support implementation of conservation strategies and secures public and private support for conservation priorities. The AISM fosters community support, oversees multiple projects, sets deadlines, manages projects to completion. The AISM oversees seasonal staff and contractors to ensure that deliverables are successfully met and on time. This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.

We’re Looking for You:

Want to help save the planet? From the mountains to the sea, the New York Division is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make New York unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management with a focus on environmental monitoring, aquatic invasive species, or similar field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience designing and implementing monitoring programs. 
• Experience managing staff, contractors, or volunteers. 
• Experience using software applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems and field data collection techniques.
• Experience in training and formal presentation design/delivery.                   
• Must have valid driver's license and experience safely operating small watercraft.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in aquatic systems or related field, such as environmental monitoring and management, or a combination of education and experience.   
• Experience applying science to strategic decision-making, creating plans, and experience managing and analyzing large quantities of data.
• Relationship building skills and ability to work closely with a variety of partners like lake associations and agency staff.
• Ability to explain conservation practices to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in aquatic conservation, management of freshwater systems, or natural resources.
• Working as part of a team with project management skills and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world! 

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. 

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.