What We Can Achieve Together:
The Land Protection Specialist works with a wide range of colleagues on the implementation of strategic land protection projects that secure important habitat for plants and animals along with resilient and connected natural systems that facilitate climate adaptation for people and nature. The Specialist uses the full range of protection tools, including gift, easement, purchase, and cooperative projects with federal, state, and local government, conservation organizations, private landowners, Tribal governments, and other partners as appropriate.
The Land Protection Specialist works with a team to support projects that advance TNC’s conservation priorities by initiating and managing TNC-led transactions as well as working with land trusts, government agencies, Tribal Nations, and others in realizing land and water transactions and projects. The Specialist typically supports the principal project manager and/or direct negotiator on TNC-led real estate transactions but may take the lead on a subset of projects. The Specialist manages protection inquiries and screens potential protection projects, and assists with complex real estate transactions, including securing and reviewing due diligence, maintaining project records, managing the internal approval process, and coordinating with project partners. While the work is focused in Colorado, the Specialist may also assist projects that extend beyond state borders to achieve larger regional goals. The Specialist reports to the Land Protection Program Manager within Colorado’s Resilient Lands Team.
We’re Looking for You:
Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy over 1 million acres in Colorado have been preserved for people and nature. From the mountains to the prairie, the Colorado Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Colorado unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!
This is a hybrid role with 10-20% throughout Colorado and the surrounding areas.
What You’ll Bring:
BA/BS, law or business degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience managing multiple projects and timelines.
Experience negotiating complex agreements.
Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.
Experience with principles of land acquisition.
Desired Qualifications:
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Knowledge of land protection tools, including conservation easements, fee-title acquisitions, donations, and deed restrictions.
Familiarity with Colorado’s cultural and natural history and conservation issues, including trends in land protection and a familiarity with Indigenous and Tribal priorities.
Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation and land protection.
Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.
Working knowledge of GIS.
Experience working with financial modeling.
Experience building relationships and working effectively with a wide range of partners.
Salary Information:
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $72,500-80,000. 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.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
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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