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| Job Ref: | 41314 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | California |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Environmental Categories: | Conservation |
| Industries: | Personal and Household Services |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION Bren School, Santa Barbara, California (CA) 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 The Sustainable Fisheries Director directs some or all aspects of protection, science and community relations for marine efforts in the central coast region as well as global fisheries projects associated with PacFish and the Conservancy's new Global Sustainable Fisheries Priority. S/he serves as the principle contact to fishermen, government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community. S/he works directly with these partners at both the project and policy levels to promote innovative approaches and solutions to restoring and managing fisheries in California and globally. Geographic size and scope is diverse and will include global assignments within the Conservancy's country programs. S/he works closely with TNC's California Science and Planning unit and the Bren School to pursue relevant science and research activities and publish those findings. This may include one or more of the following functions:
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT The Program Director I may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions may:
This position may also:
Location: There is a strong preference for locating this office with our PacFish partners at the Bren School at UCSB to encourage scientific collaboration and innovative fishery management research. TNC BENEFITS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan 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. TNC HOW TO APPLY To apply to position number 41314, 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 August 5, 2013. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. The information entered in the education and work experience sections are auto screened by the system based on the basic qualifications of the position. 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: | 07/23/2013 |
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