Coordinator, Conservation

**Location**: South Central Alberta (Lethbridge-Pincher Creek Area)**Position details**: Full Time Term Contract (18-months)Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for a passionate Conservation Coordinator to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962 NCC and its supporters have protected 15 million hectares (more than 35 million acres) of ecologically significant land across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, science-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.**Position Summary**

The Conservation Coordinator - South Central Alberta is responsible for assisting in the delivery of conservation programs in Alberta’s grasslands, specifically related to the Conservation Easement Program, in accordance with NCC’s policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. The Conservation Coordinator will report to the Regional Conservation Operations Manager and will work closely with the Natural Area Manager South-Central Alberta, other conservation staff, and the rest of the regional team in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment. Externally, the Conservation Coordinator will work with local landowners, partner organizations, conservation volunteers, funders, and other members of the public.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Compliance Monitoring- Complete standardized reporting for Conservation Easement projects
- Complete aerial imagery comparisons between multiple years for projects
- Complete field visits to ground truth observations from aerial imagery
- Complete comprehensive documentation of findings from aerial/ground monitoring
- Support field monitoring on NCC owned lands (species observations, anthropogenic features mapping, weed mapping)
- Update internal databases
- Complete Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC) within databases
- Follow NCC Alberta Health and Safety guidance and processes

Team Collaboration- Participate in and support the Conservation Volunteers program when events occur within South Central Alberta
- Support equipment logistics and organization
- Support staff outside of South Central Alberta with field work, compliance monitoring, data entry, or QAQC (as needed)

**Position Requirements**
- Successful completion of a university degree in landscape ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or related field;
- An understanding of conservation easement and other legal tools associated with private land conservation;
- Ability to communicate positively and effectively with landowners, leaseholders, donors, and other stakeholders;
- Knowledge and understanding of the rural/ranching culture;
- The ability to build and support effective partnerships both within and outside NCC to achieve the organization’s goals;
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, including excellent problem solving, planning and organizational skills, and attention to details and timelines;
- Comfortable working in a team setting and capable of easily communicating with a wide range of people from the public and private sectors;
- Flexibility, reliability, self-motivation, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
- Ability to manage highly confidential material; and
- Committed to the mission and values of NCC.

**Position Assets**
- A working knowledge of Alberta’s landscapes, flora, fauna, communities, and conservation issues;
- Previous experience in grassland and range management;
- Knowledge of Alberta’s species at risk;
- Experience with iPad technology associated with ArcGIS field-based mapping, as well as proficiency with MS Office Suite;
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and manage volunteers;
- Conflict resolution skills;
- Willingness and ability to travel and be available for consultation; and
- Experience operating an all-terrain vehicle and hauling a trailer.

**How to Apply**

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our Career Centre.**_
Application Deadline_**

March 15, 2024 _11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST_