OFFICE LOCATION

Portland, Oregon, USA

WHO WE ARE

The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

The Conservation Operations Coordinator provides essential program support to the Real Estate (Land Protection) and Stewardship teams to ensure that the Oregon Business Unit (ORBU) completes transactions and maintains its land asset interests with compliance and accuracy. The Conservation Operations Coordinator also manages the fleet vehicle program (~40 vehicles) for ORBU.  This position is based in Portland, Oregon and is hybrid; the Conservation Operations Coordinator will need to work from The Nature Conservancy office in SE Portland two or three days each week. This position may include 5% travel, paid overtime, and occasional evening and weekend work to support team events and/or handle emergencies.

• Assists with real estate land transaction projects including maintaining systems to track deliverables and workflow, approvals needed, expenses, and deadlines; communicating with key team members; developing project approval packages; maintaining protection files in a systematic and organized fashion; drafting contracts for appraisals and/or surveys; and researching land ownership/tax lot information.
• Manages Conservation Land related databases and Sharepoint library. Populates and maintains multiple databases; creates reports as needed; ensures compliance with TNC and other necessary standards.
• Drives Conservation Easement monitoring and Fee Land Inspection process.
• Prepares and processes annual property tax invoices and other county, state and federal licenses, registries, and other required submissions.
• Screens and routes incoming land inquires to appropriate staff for review and/or responds as directed.
• Supports Stewardship staff as needed with operational and administrative work such as facilities maintenance and leasing coordination, conservation data reporting and licensing.
• Provides support to field offices on facilities management issues, such as leases, office furniture needs, and opening/closing offices.
• Administers all aspects of the ORBU’s fleet vehicle management program to ensure a safe, reliable, cost effective and fuel-efficient fleet of vehicles. Includes procurement and disposal of vehicles, insurance and fuel cards management, facilitation of insurance reimbursement requests, registration of TNC-owned vehicles, reminders to drivers maintain vehicles and fix safety recalls, and staff fleet orientations. Responsible for maintenance of Portland fleet vehicles via coordination with volunteer fleet assistant.
• Assists with other administrative functions of ORBU. Coordinates multiple tasks or projects in a timely manner and with attention to detail. Works under minimal supervision making independent decisions based on experience and judgment.
• Financial responsibility may include working within a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development and fundraising targets. 

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? We’re looking for someone who is data-driven with excellent attention to detail, excels at managing processes, has demonstrated success in a collaborative culture, is adept at aligning highly matrixed teams, and is willing and able to learn policies and standards to ensure compliance. Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. Come join TNC and apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Associates degree in related field and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing, maintaining and populating databases and manual files.
• Experience analyzing, building, populating and producing reports from databases.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and web browsers.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree in related field and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with producing maps and/or other graphic products and reports and operating GIS software.
• Experience collaborating and communicating with diverse and highly matrixed teams.
• Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
• Demonstrated strong project coordination, organizational and planning skills.
• Experience learning applications and software programs.

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!

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 $ 28.75- $30.54 hourly 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. 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.