OFFICE LOCATION Boulder, Colorado, USA

This role will work closely with Tribal Nations and governments, community-based organizations, local, state and federal agencies, elected officials and other partners to implement climate action strategies. The Director of Climate Action will build trusting relationships with underrepresented and disproportionately impacted communities to create durable and lasting community-based solutions. You will implement principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice throughout the projects and workstreams of this role.

This role will work independently within broad program goals and will participate in complex, sensitive and high-profile negotiations. Please include a cover letter in your application.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU The Nature Conservancy Colorado is dedicated to working closely with communities across the state to build science-based, durable solutions to tackle climate change. As the Director of Climate Action, you will shape the strategies and work of the Colorado chapter through advising, relationship building and collaboration with Tribal, local, state and federal governments. You will apply your expertise to advocate for and implement policy approaches that reduce greenhouse emissions, avoid, minimize or mitigate impacts to biodiversity and meet community needs while working closely with various teams.

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together.

Apply today at careers.nature.org!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING Equivalent combination of education and experience: Bachelor's degree in climate or clean energy policy, environmental policy, management or other relevant field and 7 years of government relations or climate/clean energy policy experience

Experience developing, directing, and managing a major climate-related program or project, including management of multi-disciplinary teams, contracts, and budgets

Policy development and advocacy experience. Experience working on climate and clean energy policy issues in various administrative, legislative, and/or other policy forums

Communication and presentation skills

Experience utilizing negotiation skills to understand diverse perspectives and develop successful approaches

Can communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English; multi-language skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's or professional degree in natural resources, law, or other field relevant to climate policy

Experience working with one or more of the following: Public Utilities Commission (or equivalent), gas or electric utility, renewable energy companies, government

Experience working at the nexus of greenhouse gas emission reduction and biodiversity conservation

Excellent team player with experience working in multi-disciplinary groups, using influence and interpersonal skills, listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships with governments, corporations, partners, donors, volunteers, and all levels of staff

Experience presenting to and communicating with a variety of audiences, including management-level individuals within the government, corporate and private sectors

WHAT WE BRING At TNC CO, we are working toward a vision for the future where all Coloradans benefit from clean air and water, Colorado is a leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and at least 10 million acres of Colorado's most critical lands and waters are connected, protected, and managed to sustain nature in the face of climate change. Across our work, we are striving to create a more diverse and inclusive community that drives transformational and equitable conservation change throughout our state.

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing ork you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.