Florida Land Protection Project Manager

What We Can Achieve Together:

The Land Protection Project Manager coordinates and implements a comprehensive program to protect natural areas and habitat for rare and endangered plants, animals and natural communities using the full range of protection tools, including gift, easement, purchase, lease registry, conservation brokerage, land and resource use planning and cooperative projects with federal, state, and local government, conservation organizations and other partners as appropriate. The Land Protection Project Manager is responsible for implementing and achieving TNC’s internal conservation priorities by developing key partnerships with public and private organizations to implement land protection projects, including conservation real estate transactions.  They assist in securing public and private funds for land protection, research land ownership information for tracts identified as potential acquisition projects and prepare project packages as appropriate.  They respond to protection inquiries and screen potential protection projects.  May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. 

The Land Protection Project Manager must be located in Florida with preference for candidates in the central to south Florida region.

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. Come join TNC and apply today!

Responsibilities and Scope:

• Identification, cultivation and implementation of land protection projects, including conservation real estate transactions and land and resource use planning efforts.                                                   

• Ability and willingness to travel frequently and on short notice, sometimes on weekends.

• Negotiate real estate transactions, which can bind TNC legally and financially.

• Plan, manage and implement work on protection projects, including working on or with a multidisciplinary matrixed team.

• Maintain records related to land transactions.

• Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, developing budgets and contributing to fundraising efforts.

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS degree in natural resources management, conservation, business, law or another related field of study and 3 years of related work experience in conservation, real estate, fundraising or other related experience.

• Experience with principles of land acquisition.

• Experience in managing multiple projects and timelines.

• Experience negotiating complex agreements.                     

• Experience developing partnerships (partners, community, government).

• Experience working with computers, including database management.

Desired Qualifications:

• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

• 3 to 5 years of related work experience in conservation, real estate, land use, fundraising or other related experience.

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams, strong team player who can build relationships and work collaboratively across the organization and with external partners.

• Knowledge of current trends and strategies in conservation, real estate and land protection in Florida.

• Politically savvy and experienced in partnership development (partners, community, government).

• Experience working with landowners.

• GIS and database management skills.

• Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).

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 the Auto Safety information page. 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.

Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $75,000 – $85,000. 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.

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 include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

One 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. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

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 and Perks here.

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

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may 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 equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization 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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