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| Job Ref: | 41203 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | North Carolina |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Environmental Categories: | Conservation |
| Industries: | Personal and Household Services |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION Asheville, North Carolina (NC) 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. TNC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS From August 19 through November 22, 2013, the Management Plan Assistant will spend approximately 80% of their time assisting in writing preserve management plans. The person selected will work out of the Southern Blue Ridge office in Asheville, North Carolina, spending significant time in the office extracting information from both electronic and paper files, Microsoft Access database reports, GIS files, field reconnaissance, and discussion with various subject matter experts to incorporate into the plans. The Management Plan Assistant will also take the lead role in writing plans for some preserves using a provided template. Approximately 20% of the assistant’s time will be spent supporting office GIS projects and miscellaneous conservation-related projects as required. TNC BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, a 401k plan, 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. TNC SALARY INFORMATION
TO APPLY To apply to position number 41203, 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 June 28, 2013. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. You must click “submit” to apply for the position. You may select “save for later” if you prefer to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org . EOE STATEMENT The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process |
| Post Date: | 06/15/2013 |
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