Assistant Preserve Manager

What We Can Achieve Together:

Based at the Clymer Meadow Preserve in northeast Texas, the Assistant Preserve Manager will assist with implementation of conservation programs, ecological restoration, and preserve management plans on TNC lands and programmatic/regional projects. This position will be responsible for assisting with management on five north Texas TNC preserves, as well as stewardship efforts throughout the Trinity, Red, Sulphur, and Sabine River watersheds.

The Assistant Preserve Manager will be an integral part of TNC-led efforts in protecting and improving grassland management on public and private property to increase carbon capture and storage, avoid conversion of natural ecosystems, while also supporting sustainable working lands of agriculture and renewable energy.

Overnight travel outside northeast Texas is approximately 20%. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. These may include adverse weather conditions; considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain; long hours in isolated settings; exposure to hazards such as biting/stinging insects, venomous snakes, other wildlife.

Examples of responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ecological restoration project implementation including seed harvest, processing, storage, and planting;
• Exotic species control using mechanical and chemical techniques;
• Operation of small and heavy machinery for brush/tree reduction, mowing, seed harvest, seedbed preparation, prescribed fire preparation;
• Stewardship on partner and private lands as necessary;
• Maintain preserve boundaries and fences, buildings, other infrastructure;
• Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, trailers;
• Participation as TNC-Texas prescribed fire team member;
• Planning and/or leading volunteer workdays;
• Providing access to preserve visitors including researchers;
• Assist with other conservation projects within Texas as necessary.

The Assistant Preserve Manager will report to the Clymer Meadows Preserve daily and must be located in Celeste, TX (75423) or the surrounding community.

Want to help save the planet? Through the efforts of The Nature Conservancy, one million acres and nearly 200 miles of rivers in Texas have been preserved for people and nature. From the mountains to the sea, the Texas Chapter is dedicated to conserving the natural resources that make Texas unique. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

• BA/BS/AS/Technical or vocational degree in a science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or a similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with natural ecosystems, especially grasslands.
• Experience in ecological land management principles.
• Experience operating and or repairing various types of equipment and machinery, specifically tractors and skid-steers.
• Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g. NWCG FFT-2 or higher, First Aid, CPR, herbicide application, ATV safety, and driver’s license).

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 Auto Safety information page. 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 $27.50 - $32.00/hr ($50,000 - $55,000 annually). 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,…