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The Nature Conservancy Rocky Mountain Front Stewardship Assistant in Choteau, Montana
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 includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s lots of reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube or on Glassdoor. Our 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. We know we’ll only achieve our Mission by hiring and engaging a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. In addition to the requirements in our postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of inclusion! Please apply - we’d love to hear from you. To quote myriad TNC staff members, “you’ll join for our mission, and you’ll stay for our people.”What We Can Acheive Together:The Rocky Mountain Front Stewardship Assistant will conduct various facilities, equipment, and agricultural infrastructure maintenance activities on The Nature Conservancy’s Pine Butte, Crown Butte, and Blackleaf Preserves, as well as other Conservancy properties within The Rocky Mountain Front conservation area. Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to: maintaining and cleaning preserve equipment including vehicles, ATV/UTVs, herbicide applicators, tractors, prescribed fire equipment and solar power equipment; maintaining, cleaning, refurbishing and repairing preserve facilities including guest cabins, bathrooms and kitchens; maintenance and construction of grazing infrastructure including fence, stock water developments; grounds maintenance including mowing, trimming, landscaping and fencing; providing information to preserve visitors. The Stewardship assistant may supervise staff and volunteers.The Stewardship Assistant will often work alone in variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time in isolated settings, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain. This position is supervised by The Rocky Mountain Front Land Steward. RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE• Repair, maintain and keep in excellent working order all plumbing, electrical, and gas systems at Conservancy facilities within the Rocky Mountain Front Conservation Area.• Perform complex repair and carpentry work on Conservancy buildings, including guest facilities.• Repair, maintain and keep in excellent condition stewardship vehicles, machinery and equipment.• Construct, repair, maintain and keep in excellent condition fences and stock water developments.• Perform and oversee grounds upkeep, including mowing, trimming, gardening, landscaping and fencing.• Oversee and perform organization and cleaning of preserve shops.• Supervise seasonal staff.• Coordinate with contractors and organize preserve projects.• Assist other staff with various projects as needed.• Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements.We're Looking for You:Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!To apply for job ID 55040, submit your materials online by 11:59pm EST on May 12, 2024 using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.What You’ll Bring:• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years’ experience in natural resource management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.• Experience managing staff or volunteers. • Experience completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).• Experience with plumbing, electrical systems, equipment maintenance, carpentry, and grazing infrastructure maintenance. • Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g. tractor, backhoe, skid-steer, lawn mower, power tools, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment).• Experience with outdoor work in all weather conditions in remote locations, alone with minimum supervision.• Willingness to work with and learn from people with different backgrounds.• Willingness to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. First Aid, CPR, herbicide or pesticide application).• Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.Desired Qualifications:• Experience, coursework or other training in applying science to decision-making and to guide activities.• Experience with GPS, GIS, and mapping applications such as ArcMap Pro. • Experience interacting with preserve visitors and convey basic preserve information.• Experience safely handling herbicides, applying herbicides via pressurized spray units, and calibrating spray equipment for efficient application over large areas of terrain. • Experience, coursework or other training in grazing and land management.• Experience, coursework or other training in ecological systems and conservation practices. What We Bring:Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become 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, we impact conservation throughout the world! The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers. We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.Salary Information:This is a full-time, salaried position, with a 35-hour work week. Start date is flexible with an ideal start date of July 2024. The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $53,900 - $55,000 depending on experience for annual base salary. 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. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.