Sakonnet Community Engagement Coordinator

OFFICE LOCATION

Providence, Rhode Island, USA (RI201)
    
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. 

TNC in Sakonnet:

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has been working in the communities to the east of the Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island since 1967, and officially launched its Sakonnet Program in 2004. The Nature Conservancy’s strength lies in its strong partnerships, staff, and trustees with extensive knowledge of local ecology, global reach, and our use of proven, science-based strategies.

Together with committed partners, donors, and volunteers, TNC’s community-based conservation program has made significant progress in the last three decades such that a connected and resilient network for wildlife and people ten miles long is now emerging from the Tiverton highlands to the coastline at Goosewing Beach and Sakonnet Point.  

Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that our colleagues around the globe all 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 ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Sakonnet Community Engagement Coordinator represents The Nature Conservancy to visitors of all ages and abilities at Goosewing Beach Preserve and its Benjamin Family Environmental Center; and at Dundery Brook, Pocasset Ridge, Sakonnet Point, and other nature preserves and civic hubs within the towns of Little Compton and Tiverton, Rhode Island.  

Part advocate for nature and for equitable access to nature, and part preserve guide, the Coordinator is an interpreter of ecology, culture, and the work of TNC. The Coordinator is responsible for leading walks and providing community engagement strategies and learning opportunities to preserve visitors, so that all may better understand and develop lasting relationships with the nature that surrounds them in Sakonnet. 

The Coordinator will also join TNC’s shorebird team dedicated to protecting Piping Plover and other threatened species that nest at various coastal locations within this Sakonnet region. 

Sakonnet Community Engagement Coordinator’s role will include:

• A 35-hour work week that will include some evenings and Saturdays. 
  Indoor work that will involve some computer skills, meetings, research, and planning.                                   
• Outdoor work that will require some physical exertion, exposure to weather, and job hazards associated with the use of hand-held tools.

This is a short-term, full-time, hourly conservation position at the rate of $17/per hour.  This seasonal position starts May 1st and ends August 18th. 

Start date, end date, and duration are flexible.
    
WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature?  Do you love being in the out-of-doors?  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 a passionate about being a voice for nature in Sakonnet and is motivated to engage a diversity of people in our mission.  If you are enthusiastic about sharing the love of nature join TNC and apply today!
    
WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• High School diploma or GED, and 1 year’s training in science-related or environmental field.
• Experience working independently and in a collaborative team environment. 
• Ability to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (First Aid, CPR, driver’s license, youth safety certification)

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong communication, organization, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm for sharing nature with people of all ages and interests.
• Affinity for working in the outdoors.
• Ability to complete tasks within assigned timeframes, possibly in the absence of supervision.
• Experience or other training with terrestrial and marine ecology.
• Experience recognizing plant and animal species of the northeastern region of the U.S.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
• Practical experience applying the principles of equitable conservation.  

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!

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!
    
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

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 [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
    
AUTO SAFETY POLICY

This position requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered “high risk drivers.” To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.

Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee’s motor vehicle record.
    
SALARY INFORMATION

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $16-17 per hour. 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.

This is a full-time, 35 hours per week position.
    
APPLY NOW

To apply for job ID 54692, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact [email protected]. Application deadline:  March 2, 2024.

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 culture. 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 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.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

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 [email protected]  with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.