Hailey, Idaho

Position Title: Director of Conservation

Organization: The Nature Conservancy

Location: Hailey, Idaho

Organization Overview: The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, they create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest challenges so that they can create a world in which people and nature thrive. They’re rooted in their Mission and guided by their Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures.

Position Overview: The Director of Conservation is directly responsible for leadership, management and accountability of the Chapter’s conservation work which include strategies such as private land and water protection, regenerative agriculture, salmon recovery, and improved management of Idaho’s forests and sagebrush ecosystems. They directly supervise staff who implement diverse conservation strategies across Idaho and in partnership with other business units in the West. They provide strategic leadership for the Idaho Chapter, while creating a positive, collaborative, and results-driven culture.  They negotiate complex and innovative solutions with diverse partners. They establish the Conservancy as a major conservation partner in Idaho with local communities, tribes, government agencies, other NGOs, donors, and supporters. They negotiate complex and innovative transactions and solutions to ensure strong, equitable, and lasting significant contributions to the Conservancy’s 2030 goals. Requires frequent travel and occasional work during evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree and 7 years’ experience in conservation practice, communications, team leadership or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including managing timelines, finances and coordinating the work of other professionals and partners.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance of a large multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in partnership development with non-profit partners, community groups, tribes, donors, and/or government agencies.

Salary/Pay: $82,000 – $92,000

Application Deadline: September 27

How to Apply: Please use the online application to view the full job description as well as how to apply.