Zone Forest Recovery Program Coordinator
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a mid-senior Zone Forest Recovery Program Coordinator in Virginia to supervise fire crews and implement forest restoration projects, paying $55,000 - $70,000.
- Role
- Zone Forest Recovery Program Coordinator
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Virginia (Abingdon, Blacksburg, Lexington)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $55,000 - $70,000
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Zone Forest Recovery Program Coordinator will work directly with the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests to implement on-the-ground restoration of fire-adapted oak- and pine-dominated forests impacted by hurricane Helene, including supervision of seasonal/term fire crews and interns.
What you'll do
- Supervise seasonal/term fire crews and interns
- Perform tasks with minimal supervision
- Ensure program compliance with internal policies and external requirements
- Coordinate with District/Zone Forest Service staff
- Support ecological monitoring and resource coordination
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management or similar field
- 3-5 years’ experience in natural resource management, Fuels/Fire management or similar field
- Experience managing staff or volunteers
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Virginia, specifically in Abingdon, Blacksburg, and Lexington.
What is the compensation range?
The starting pay range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in natural resource management or similar field and 3-5 years of experience in natural resource management, fuels/fire management, or a related field.
How can I apply for this position?
You can apply by submitting your application as soon as possible. The recruitment process includes a rolling interview process to ensure timely engagement with applicants.
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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