Director, Kauai Terrestrial Program

Show Director, Kauai Terrestrial Program

The Kauaʻi Terrestrial Program Director oversees all aspects and is responsible for protection, science, stewardship, and community relations for the island of Kauaʻi. The Program Director establishes the Conservancy as a respected conservation partner within the area of responsibility on Kauaʻi, defines conservation priorities and long‑term conservation strategies in coordination and alignment with the statewide terrestrial objectives, the Conservancy’s Hawaii and Palmyra Chapter’s priorities, and the Conservancy’s 2030 goals.

They build strategic, scientific, and technical capacity in the field, and develop key partnerships with local public and private organizations to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions and best practices. They work in collaboration with the statewide terrestrial program and other business unit conservation and science programs to develop innovative scientific methods, analyses, tools and frameworks to address natural system needs, engage local community support for local conservation efforts, and negotiate complex and innovative solutions with local government agencies and landowners to conserve and protect natural communities.

The Kauaʻi Terrestrial Program Director provides technical and program support to Conservancy field operations, reports to the Statewide Terrestrial Director, works closely with other island Directors and is based on the island of Kauaʻi. This position requires a valid drivers' license and compliance with our auto safety program.

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 a motivated problem‑solver and leader with a passion for conservation. Our team on Kaua'i is dedicated to stewarding thousands of acres of critical watersheds and native habitats… Join us!

What You’ll Bring:

• BA/BS degree in business, planning, science or natural resource management and 7 years' experience in land or natural resource management, conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with natural systems and cultural practices in Hawai'i as they relate to land management.
• Experience managing complex or multiple projects, including managing staff, workloads, and finances under deadlines.
• Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
• Experience in partnership development with non‑profit partners, community groups and/or government agencies
• Experience negotiating with multi‑agency/organization partnerships on complex conservation projects.

Desired Qualifications

• 7-10 years’ experience in land use, planning, community engagement, natural resource management, conservation practice or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience influencing, developing, and implementing conservation policy and plans.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in relevant discipline(s) and regions.
• Familiarity with cultural, social, economic, political conditions and issues on Kaua’i and in Hawaiʻi.
• Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives or related field.
• Fundraising experience, including donor identification, cultivation and stewardship.
• Proficiency with word processing, tabular, and presentation software platforms and demonstrated ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in
• English and other relevant languages.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising and government grant solicitation and reporting.
• Politically savvy.
• Multi‑lingual and multi‑cultural or cross‑cultural experience appreciated.

Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $87,700-$93,800
. 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…