Conservation Officer
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Conservation Officer in Australia paying $94,000-$105,000 plus superannuation to implement and manage critical conservation projects and habitat restoration initiatives.
- Role
- Conservation Officer
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Australia
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $94,000 - $105,000 plus superannuation
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Conservation Officers at The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Australia are responsible for developing, managing, and implementing conservation projects that address threats to natural systems and species. The role involves working in diverse field environments, ensuring contract compliance, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders including Indigenous communities. Officers utilize a range of scientific tools and methodologies to meet protection, climate change, and habitat management goals. They report to Conservation Coordinators and operate with a high degree of independence in their project delivery.
What you'll do
- Manage and implement site-specific conservation projects with minimal supervision.
- Ensure project compliance with internal policies and external contract requirements.
- Engage and cooperate with community stakeholders, Indigenous groups, and donors.
- Conduct field work in variable weather and potentially hazardous or remote terrain.
- Provide landscape-level information to support conservation planning and reporting.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management or a related field.
- Three years of relevant experience in conservation or environmental management.
- Proven ability to build relationships with government officials, scientists, and media.
- Proficiency in written, spoken, and graphical communication.
- Valid driver's license.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits packages including health care, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program.
Frequently asked questions
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for the Conservation Officer position is between $94,000 and $105,000 per year, plus superannuation.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of experience in natural resource management, along with a valid driver's license.
Is this position remote?
The role is based in Australia and involves field work in variable weather and remote locations, though TNC offers a flexible work environment.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates should submit their application by logging into the TNC Workday Jobs Hub; the organization reviews applications on a rolling basis.
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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