What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molokai Field Coordinator position at The Nature Conservancy?
OFFICE LOCATION
Kualapuu, Hawaii, USA
This position will be based on Molokai Island, Hawaii
Who We Are
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .
One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”
Molokai is a rural island with a population of around 7,000 and no stoplights, buildings over 3 stories in height, or chain stores. This uniquely Hawaiian island is home to significant lands and waters which The Nature Conservancy and its partners have the privilege of conserving and stewarding. We welcome you to join us in this mission.
What We Can Achieve Together
Established in 1980, TNC’s Hawai‘i program has forged partnerships to manage over 2 million acres of natural lands and has grown to include Palmyra Atoll. We currently manage 14 preserves and other sites in Hawai‘i and Palmyra Atoll. In Hawai‘i, we work with government agencies, private landowners, businesses, community partners and local stakeholders to protect and restore Hawai‘i’s native watershed forests, coral reefs, and nearshore fisheries for both their ecological value and the many benefits they provide to people. At Palmyra Atoll, a National Wildlife Refuge 1,000 miles south of Hawai‘i, we facilitate research in this living laboratory to better understand and address global questions around sustainable fisheries and resilience to climate change.
The Molokai Field Coordinator plans, coordinates, and carries out natural resource management field operations, plans and supervises staff, field activities and volunteers.
This position requires an enthusiastic, motivated, action-oriented person with experience in planning, conducting, and supervising natural resources management field operations in potentially hazardous conditions. These operations include surveying, mapping, monitoring, and controlling alien species and their impacts to native forests and ecosystems. The Field Coordinator must be able to operate in extremely rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions, and camp in remote mountainous areas for up to four nights at a time. A commitment to safety is essential, as the work environment involves exposure to job hazards with a high possibility of injury, as well as helicopter operations.
The Field Coordinator compiles and manages monitoring data with a spatial database and assists the Program Manager with developing resource management plans and reports. They will oversee on-board training and supervision of Field Technicians, volunteers, interns, and contractors to document and conduct weed control, hunting, trapping, monitoring and fencing. They will build partnerships with other resource management organizations, conduct outreach, and perform vehicle, equipment, and facilities maintenance. The Field Coordinator is expected to manage their time well and effectively prioritize day-to-day operations. The Field Coordinator is expected to communicate and write effectively. Occasional weekend and nighttime work is required. This position is supervised by the Program Manager.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Hawaii chapter as a Field Coordinator! We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to join our Molokai team.
Supervisory experience, experience w/invasive animal control, and comfortability working around helicopter operations are key in this role. Join The Nature Conservancy - apply today!
What You'll Bring
Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe feel that their unique contributions are valued. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “You’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.” To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .
We’re proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other benefits that support work-life balance.
If you’re interested in working with us, please apply—we’d love to hear from you.
AUTO SAFETY POLICY
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $55,700.00 - $59,050.00 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 56570, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 5:59 PM HST on May 6, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law. The Nature Conservancy is also a “big tent” organization. We believe that all people benefit from conservation and that the cause should be inclusive of everyone regardless of their political persuasion. We work hard to make conservation a non-partisan issue through partnerships with stakeholders, elected officials, and industries that span the political spectrum.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
Kualapuu, Hawaii, USA
This position will be based on Molokai Island, Hawaii
Who We Are
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .
One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”
Molokai is a rural island with a population of around 7,000 and no stoplights, buildings over 3 stories in height, or chain stores. This uniquely Hawaiian island is home to significant lands and waters which The Nature Conservancy and its partners have the privilege of conserving and stewarding. We welcome you to join us in this mission.
What We Can Achieve Together
Established in 1980, TNC’s Hawai‘i program has forged partnerships to manage over 2 million acres of natural lands and has grown to include Palmyra Atoll. We currently manage 14 preserves and other sites in Hawai‘i and Palmyra Atoll. In Hawai‘i, we work with government agencies, private landowners, businesses, community partners and local stakeholders to protect and restore Hawai‘i’s native watershed forests, coral reefs, and nearshore fisheries for both their ecological value and the many benefits they provide to people. At Palmyra Atoll, a National Wildlife Refuge 1,000 miles south of Hawai‘i, we facilitate research in this living laboratory to better understand and address global questions around sustainable fisheries and resilience to climate change.
The Molokai Field Coordinator plans, coordinates, and carries out natural resource management field operations, plans and supervises staff, field activities and volunteers.
This position requires an enthusiastic, motivated, action-oriented person with experience in planning, conducting, and supervising natural resources management field operations in potentially hazardous conditions. These operations include surveying, mapping, monitoring, and controlling alien species and their impacts to native forests and ecosystems. The Field Coordinator must be able to operate in extremely rugged terrain and adverse weather conditions, and camp in remote mountainous areas for up to four nights at a time. A commitment to safety is essential, as the work environment involves exposure to job hazards with a high possibility of injury, as well as helicopter operations.
The Field Coordinator compiles and manages monitoring data with a spatial database and assists the Program Manager with developing resource management plans and reports. They will oversee on-board training and supervision of Field Technicians, volunteers, interns, and contractors to document and conduct weed control, hunting, trapping, monitoring and fencing. They will build partnerships with other resource management organizations, conduct outreach, and perform vehicle, equipment, and facilities maintenance. The Field Coordinator is expected to manage their time well and effectively prioritize day-to-day operations. The Field Coordinator is expected to communicate and write effectively. Occasional weekend and nighttime work is required. This position is supervised by the Program Manager.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
If you’re looking for a career where you can find meaning and purpose, come join our Hawaii chapter as a Field Coordinator! We’re looking for a passionate, dedicated person to join our Molokai team.
Supervisory experience, experience w/invasive animal control, and comfortability working around helicopter operations are key in this role. Join The Nature Conservancy - apply today!
What You'll Bring
- 3 years’ experience working in natural resource management coordinating field projects and a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, natural resource management or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience, such as an associate degree and 5 years of work experience, GED or high school degree and 7 years of experience, etc.)
- Experience working with Hawai‘i’s natural systems and cultural practices as they relate to land management.
- Native Hawaiian and alien plant and animal identification skills.
- Supervisory experience, including motivating, leading, setting objectives and managing performance.
- Experience coordinating field projects in remote, rugged conditions involving invasive plant & animal control, fence construction, and helicopter operations.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), field mapping techniques and monitoring & compiling data.
- Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, web browsers, etc.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical work in adverse conditions and inclement weather.
Each person who works at TNC contributes to our goal of protecting nature for future generations. Another one of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe feel that their unique contributions are valued. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “You’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.” To learn more, head to YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .
We’re proud to support the health and wellbeing of the people we employ. We offer a competitive, comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and other benefits that support work-life balance.
If you’re interested in working with us, please apply—we’d love to hear from you.
AUTO SAFETY POLICY
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program.
Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.
Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.
SALARY INFORMATION
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $55,700.00 - $59,050.00 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
APPLY NOW
To apply for job ID 56570, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 5:59 PM HST on May 6, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military or veteran status or other status protected by law. The Nature Conservancy is also a “big tent” organization. We believe that all people benefit from conservation and that the cause should be inclusive of everyone regardless of their political persuasion. We work hard to make conservation a non-partisan issue through partnerships with stakeholders, elected officials, and industries that span the political spectrum.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
Salary : $55,700 - $59,050
