NC Mountains Freshwater Restoration Specialist
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a hybrid NC Mountains Freshwater Restoration Specialist based in Asheville, NC, paying $59,000–$64,000 to manage stream and wetland ecosystem recovery projects.
- Role
- NC Mountains Freshwater Restoration Specialist
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Asheville, NC
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $59,000–$64,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a NC Mountains Freshwater Restoration Specialist to lead aquatic restoration projects in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. The role involves identifying and implementing stream and wetland restoration, overseeing construction, managing partner relationships, and supervising field technicians. This position is a three-year term role based in Asheville with hybrid work flexibility.
What you'll do
- Implement stream and wetland restoration projects including dam removals and habitat improvements.
- Supervise a team of field technicians in collaboration with an existing Specialist.
- Coordinate with the US Forest Service and other partners on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
- Write watershed restoration action plans and oversee project construction and permitting.
- Evaluate and prioritize potential projects in selected NC watersheds.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, freshwater ecology, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in natural resource management or freshwater ecology.
- Demonstrated project management and construction oversight skills.
- Ability to work in physically demanding, remote, and variable weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits including health care, 401(k) with 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance program.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and is it remote?
This position is based out of The Nature Conservancy’s office in Asheville, North Carolina, and offers hybrid work options.
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting pay range for this position is $59,000 to $64,000 per year, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least three years of natural resource management experience, and knowledge of aquatic restoration techniques.
How do I apply for this position?
The Nature Conservancy uses a rolling interview process, so interested candidates should apply as soon as possible via their careers portal.
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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