Urban Forest Network Manager, The Nature Conservancy at Climate Adaptation Knowledge Exchange New Haven, CT

The Urban Forest Network Manager at The Nature Conservancy in New Haven, CT, will develop a statewide network to address urban forestry inequities. Responsibilities include managing partnerships, conducting stakeholder assessments, and facilitating educational initiatives. The role requires a strong social-science background and a focus on nature-based solutions for urban challenges. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary between $77,000 and $83,000 annually.
Urban Forest Network Manager, The Nature Conservancy job at Climate Adaptation Knowledge Exchange. New Haven, CT.

Urban Forest Network Manager, The Nature Conservancy Organization/Grantor: The Nature Conservancy
Type/Term: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $77,000 - $83,000 annually
Description: As a core member of the Connecticut Chapter’s Urban Conservation team, the Network Manager will support the development of the Connecticut Urban Forest Network for Equity and Resilience, a new statewide network of urban forestry community leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders that seeks to build capacity within and among communities to address inequities in canopy cover across Connecticut. They will develop and advance partnerships with diverse stakeholders - including neighbourhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups.
We are looking for someone with a strong social-science background who understands the needs and challenges of Connecticut cities, such as flooding, urban heat, and air pollution, and has ambition to implement nature-based solutions, like expanding urban forests, to help address these challenges. We’re looking for someone who will demonstrate understanding of the socio-ecological opportunities and challenges in Connecticut and approach conservation decisions with a diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice lens.
The Network Manager will be an integral member of The Nature Conservancy – Connecticut Urban Conservation team. Our vision is to achieve greener, more resilient cities in Connecticut through the expansion of the urban forest and canopy cover within the communities where we work. The vision is to address inequities in access to nature in Connecticut cities through meaningful engagement and collaboration with the community at large, anchor institutions, and other stakeholders implementing impactful conservation efforts. Come join TNC and apply today!
Responsibilities :
The primary responsibilities for this position contribute to TNC’s work on a 5-year United States Forest Service (USFS) Urban and Community Forestry grant, funded through the Inflation Reduction Act. The Network Manager will guide and implement the comprehensive, five-year urban forestry project funded by USFS, including:
Facilitate a stakeholder assessment using social science methods to map and better understand the strengths, gaps, opportunities and landscape of existing and potential Network members from across Connecticut.
Manage and advance partnerships with diverse stakeholders - including neighborhood, municipal, state, and federal government entities, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia, and faith-based groups.
Develop, and engage in, informational and educational initiatives designed to communicate various urban forestry activities to diverse audiences. This includes creating technical articles, delivering lectures, developing presentations, and giving tours.
Provide grant administration (tracking outcomes, reporting, compliance, etc.), research, and other general assistance to Urban Conservation program staff working toward the achievement of Chapter goals.
This is a five-year term position, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.
This position is based in New Haven, with frequent travel across Connecticut. May work in variable weather conditions on difficult terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Qualifications :
BA/BS, law or business degree and 5 years’ experience in natural resource management or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience negotiating complex agreements.
Supervisory experience.
Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.
Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Web Browsers.
Real estate license (if required).
Experience with principles of land acquisition.
Experience in training and curriculum design.

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