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Job Ref:	40760
Employer:	Nature Conservancy.
State/Province:	New Mexico
Type of Employment:	Full Time
Environmental Categories:	Conservation

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION
Santa Fe, New Mexico (NM)
ABOUT US
The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more.

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POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Freshwater Programs is responsible for leading all aspects of The Nature Conservancy’s efforts to conserve and restore freshwater biodiversity in New Mexico. S/he will determine conservation priorities, develop program strategies, determine budgetary requirements and implement freshwater conservation projects. S/he will develop and maintain productive relationships with government agencies, partner institutions, academic and research scientists, and private individuals and donors to advance the Conservancy’s mission.

The initial priority focal river systems will be the San Juan and Gila rivers. In addition, the Director will be responsible for working with key stakeholders, water users and/or key institutions to support the initiation, development and consolidation of Water Source Protection Funds (“water funds”). He/she is responsible for planning, contracting and supervising any necessary studies and technical assistance for the development of water funds, which may include: ecosystem services and climate change modeling for water funds; implementation of science based monitoring in water funds; feasibility studies; financial and institutional architecture; and development of legal framework. Additional key components of the position include: developing freshwater aspects of conservation plans at multiple spatial scales; implementing environmental flow protection and restoration projects on priority rivers and streams; advancing statewide water policy; developing capacity and delivering support to Conservancy field staff in a variety of arenas (science, conservation planning, public policy, fundraising); linking freshwater conservation efforts in New Mexico to the Conservancy’s regional and global freshwater programs; and building effective partnerships with public and private organizations.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead strategic and conservation planning for freshwater for all New Mexico conservation programs. Establish freshwater conservation priorities for New Mexico.
Provide programmatic and scientific expertise on a variety of freshwater issues including conservation of surface and groundwater-dependent ecosystems, environmental flow restoration, climate change and river and wetland restoration.
Lead efforts by the Conservancy to help influence statewide water policy in New Mexico.
Develop effective partnerships with federal and state agencies, scientific and academic institutions, environmental groups, and other public and private organizations engaged in freshwater protection issues to develop and implement key projects.
Engage local community support for local conservation efforts, including with affected water users.
Work closely with field staff to plan and implement freshwater protection and restoration projects across the state and develop freshwater threat abatement strategies at multiple scales.
Assist New Mexico philanthropy staff to develop and implement strategies to secure private funds to achieve TNC-NM’s strategic goals for freshwater conservation, including identifying funding opportunities and coordinating development of grant applications.
Lead and motivate teams that engage in freshwater conservation efforts.
Develop and track budgets.
Direct and coordinate the work of outside technical staff, contractors, interns, and volunteers in achieving the goals of the program and carrying out specific conservation and restoration projects.
Represent the Conservancy and its freshwater conservation activities to the public, government officials, donors and partners.
Serve as TNC-NM’s lead freshwater contact and representative for the North America Region, Worldwide Office, and Global Freshwater Team. Ensure TNC-NM freshwater activities are appropriately coordinated with regional and global strategies and projects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS degree (advanced degree preferred) and 5 years of experience in freshwater conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with hydrology, riparian and aquatic species, natural communities and ecosystem processes and an understanding of their conservation needs.
Experience in leading and managing complex or multiple projects, including managing finances and coordinating the work of other professionals and partners.
Experience motivating team members, setting goals and leading efforts.
Experience with fundraising including writing proposals for public funding and private foundation support of freshwater conservation projects.
Experience developing and carrying out work in partnership with government agencies, academic institutions, communities and others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of hydrology, riparian and aquatic species, natural communities and ecosystem processes and an understanding of their conservation needs.
Knowledge and experience of current trends and practices in freshwater conservation, environmental flows protection and restoration, and watershed management and restoration.
Knowledge of the architecture and design of Water Source Protection Funds (“water funds”) preferred.
Knowledge of state and federal programs related to protection of freshwater resources.
Ability to assemble and organize scientific data, perform scientific analyses and report findings. Experience with GIS software and ArcMap with ability to produce figures and maps.
Experience developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation.
Experience developing products to influence the development and implementation of conservation policy and plans.
Experience in leading and managing complex or multiple projects, including managing finances and coordinating the work of other professionals and partners.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners, policy makers, and stakeholders to achieve conservation outcomes at both the project and statewide levels.
Ability to work effectively as part of a dynamic conservation team, effectively manage budgets, and secure grant funds.
Ability to manage time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through concise, compelling written, spoken, and graphical means in English.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT

The Director of Freshwater Programs may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions may:

require occasional physical exertion and/or muscular strain;
present occasional possibility of injury;
require long hours in isolated settings.

This position may also:

require frequent travel domestically;
require evening and weekend hours.

BENEFITS
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k matching for eligible employees , excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

TO APPLY
To apply to position number 40760, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 17, 2013.

Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration.

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EOE STATEMENT

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of
The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process.

Post Date:

01/17/2013

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