Coastal Restoration Project Director
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Coastal Restoration Project Director on the Texas Coast to manage coastal conservation programs for $65,000 - $85,000.
- Role
- Coastal Restoration Project Director
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Texas Coast
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $65,000 - $85,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Coastal Restoration Project Director is responsible for developing and managing large-scale coastal conservation programs across the Texas coast. They will lead projects involving oyster reefs, marshes, and shoreline protection while building partnerships with local communities and stakeholders. The role involves technical leadership, research into innovative solutions, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure long-term resilience.
What you'll do
- Develop and manage large-scale coastal restoration projects
- Identify coastal restoration priorities and research innovative solutions
- Build relationships with local communities and stakeholders
- 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
- Coordinate with internal teams to promote awareness of Texas coastal conservation
- Manage partnership agreements and secure public/private support
What it takes
- BA/BS or law/business degree, plus 5 years experience in natural resource management
- Experience negotiating complex agreements
- 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
- Experience communicating with the public and media
- Knowledge of coastal restoration principles (oyster reefs, living shorelines)
- Ability to use ArcGIS for spatial data analysis
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health care, 401(k) with 8% employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance program.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based on the Texas Coast or surrounding communities.
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting pay range is $65,000 - $85,000 for candidates in the USA.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have a BA/BS degree and at least 5 years of experience in natural resource management, along with skills in coastal restoration and partnership building.
When is the deadline to apply?
The organization uses a rolling interview process, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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