Coastal Conservation Coordinator

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 Achieve Together:

The Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire seeks an accomplished professional to serve as its Coastal Conservation Coordinator. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator performs and participates in all aspects of coastal conservation activities. The focused conservation activities include but are not limited to oyster restoration, coastal habitat restoration, the Oyster Conservationist program, and restorative aquaculture. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator may manage conservation data, participate in conservation planning, develop project packages, and maintain project records. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator leads work teams and volunteers to ensure the coordination, community support, and implementation of the Oyster Conservationist Program. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator assists the Great Bay Program Manager in restoration activities and experimentation within the Great Bay Estuary. Work will be a mix of in the field and working in an office setting.

The Coastal Conservation Coordinator is a member of the chapter’s Conservation Team and is supervised by the Great Bay Program Manager.

 We’re Looking for You:

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to lasting impact for achieving TNC’s global 2030 Goals in New Hampshire. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator will work closely with the Great Bay Program Manager, partners, and volunteer teams to advance critical coastal habitat restoration across coastal New Hampshire with a focus on the Great Bay coastal watershed. As the Coastal Conservation Coordinator, they will act as the marine voice on internal and external coastal conservation discussions and projects, driving lasting impact. The Coastal Conservation Coordinator will bring knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in conservation and restoration to advance oyster restoration and support restorative aquaculture in New Hampshire.

We are looking for a self-starter with the ability to independently plan, organize, problem solve and adapt to shifting demands. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills with experience in positive engagement with people of all different ages and backgrounds. They will have experience in maintaining situational awareness including ability to objectively assess risks and make decisions based on employment of sound judgment. From the mountains to the sea, the New Hampshire Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make New Hampshire unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

Specific responsibilities include:

• Coordinate an existing community volunteer program for growing oysters on private docks including scheduling activities, meeting with volunteers, and providing training.
• Assist in restoration activities and experimentation, including shell processing, hatchery assistance, reef monitoring, SOAR program implementation, data collection, tracking of program results, and formulating reports.
• Coordinate a New Hampshire Oyster working group
• Assist in GIS mapping, analysis and data management for oyster restoration efforts.
• Work in variable weather conditions, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
• Makes day to day decisions as delegated by supervisor.
• Supervises no staff but may oversee and direct work of office volunteers or interns.
• May assist with program budget preparation and monitoring.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resources management or related field and 2 years related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years experience managing volunteers
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects.
• Experience handling standard business communications.
• Must have a valid drivers license

Additional Job Information:

The New Hampshire Chapter believes in flexibility and as such, team members are working in a hybrid model. This position is full time and has the option of working remotely or from our TNC office in Newmarket, with the expectation of in-person workdays and meetings on a regular basis. Since this is a field position, the ideal candidate would live in or around the NH seacoast area or have a reasonable commute.

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!