Freshwater Project Director Austin, TX ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Program Director I directs some or all aspects of protection, science, stewardship and community relations for a region within an Operating Unit (OU). S/he serves as the principle contact to government agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community. Geographic size and scope is larger than a preserve and smaller than an OU, or overseeing one or more components of the Conservation function for an entire OU. This may include one or more of the following functions: Establishes the Conservancy as a major conservation partner within the area of freshwater Helps to define conservation priorities in the area of freshwater Is part of a team which supports and improves freshwater conservation and protection efforts Builds strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field of freshwater in Texas Develops key partnerships with public and private organizations in order to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions and best practices Develops innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools and frameworks to address the natural system needs Engages local community support for local freshwater conservation efforts Negotiates complex and innovative solutions with government agencies and landowners to conserve and protect natural communities Develops and implements conservation strategies Assists in completing proposal deliverables and completing case studies Helps inform freshwater policy work with on-the-ground science work
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS BA/BS degree and 5 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including staffing, workloads, and finances under deadlines. Experience in written and verbal communication. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS BA/BS degree and 5-7 years experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated experience influencing, developing and implementing conservation policy and plans Knowledge of current trends and practices in freshwater in Texas Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives Delivering practical, adaptable products and services to customers Knowledge of politics and society with respect to environmental affairs Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages Successful experience in partnership development (partners, community, government, etc); political savvy. Proven interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. 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: 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 and/or internationally require evening and weekend hours HOW TO APPLY Go to http://www.nature.org/careers and search for position number 40317. 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 October 1, 2012. 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.
