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Description
The Natural Heritage Institute (NHI) is a non-profit organization of lawyers, scientists, and economists dedicated to improving the management of water resources and aquatic ecosystems in the United States and globally. Since our founding in 1989, we have been a leader in crafting innovative solutions that are based on sound science, economics and policy.
Job Description:
We are seeking to immediately hire a full time senior project associate to work directly with the CEO on a portfolio of projects to develop and implement water resource management innovations to restore aquatic ecosystems, domestically and globally. This position can be in either the San Francisco or Sacramento offices. We are also seeking expression of interest in a second and similar position that will become available within 6-12 months.
For additional information on NHI, please visit our website.
Required qualifications:
- Advanced degree in law, economics, environmental planning, or the natural sciences;
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
- Superlative written and oral communication skills;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills;
- A passion for conservation of natural resources.
Candidates must also possess some combination of the following attributes (recognizing that no one will possess them all):
- Fluency in Spanish, French and/or Mandarin;
- Fluency in California water law, policy and management institutions;
- A good technical understanding of agricultural water management, hydropower or flood control infrastructure;
- Well-honed advocacy skills;
- Excellent analytical skills, including familiarity with modeling techniques and tools;
- Familiarity with international and intergovernmental institutions involved in the water sector.
Compensation:
NHI pays a competitive non-profit professional salary which depends on credentials.
To Apply:
Serious candidates should respond with a letter of interest and qualifications, C.V., and a representative writing sample by email to:
Gregory A. Thomas, President, Natural Heritage Institute
Please indicate "Applicant" in the subject line.
No phone calls please.