Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we strive for a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce. Working in 79 countries, including all 50 United States, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter. The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. | |
YOUR POSITION WITH TNC | |
6-Month Commitment: Approx. September 2020 – February 2021 Seasonal volunteers are recruited for 6-month assignments at Palmyra Atoll. Up to $900 of travel costs from the volunteer’s home state to Honolulu as well as three nights stay at a TNC-selected hotel in Honolulu are provided. TNC will also provide round-trip travel to Palmyra from Honolulu, board and lodging at Palmyra, and conservation science supplies and equipment, including bio-security clothing, for the period the volunteer is at Palmyra. The duration of this term of service may be amended to ensure your safety – you will be notified and supported by TNC if any such decision is made. Volunteers are expected to complete a 2-day orientation to The Nature Conservancy’s mission, values and code of conduct, and the Palmyra Program and CA+RL before traveling to Palmyra. Volunteers will follow the work schedule of TNC staff working at the Palmyra Preserve: six 8-hour days of work and one day off per week. Volunteers must possess (or be able to obtain) a valid Passport and the appropriate visa and/or work permit for working in the US, if applicable, with an expiration date at least one month later than the term of the assignment, a physical examination, a current tetanus vaccination, and proof of health insurance. TNC provides remote medical coverage for non-emergency physician consultation and emergency evacuation insurance for all staff and volunteers. | |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | |
The Conservation Science Volunteer is responsible for aiding scientific studies and conservation initiatives led by TNC, USFWS, or our research partners. This position will be remotely supervised by the Palmyra Science Manager and tasking will be assigned weekly. Tasking may vary according to the needs of priority conservation science projects and will include some support for lab operations. Tasking will include participation in the Palmyra Atoll Rainforest and Reef Resilience Project, (e.g. native tree planting and field data collection) | |
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE | |
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | |
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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HOW TO APPLY | |
To apply to position number 48699, submit resume (required) and cover letter separately using the upload buttons. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on June 17, 2020. In your cover letter, please explain how you meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for this position. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Palmyra Science Manager, Katie Franklin at [email protected]. Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact [email protected]. |
Palmyra Atoll Conservation Science Volunteer
The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
Palmyra Atoll, , UM