Ventura, CA, USA.

This position is hybrid, and can be based out of the following TNC CA offices: Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, or Ventura.

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."

The Senior Operation Manager will work as part of a team within the California Business Unit providing overall direction for one or more operations functions, and lead support for one or more conservation or programmatic areas The Senior Operations Manager will be responsible for functions such as Safety, Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Facilities, Information Systems, Office Management, Training, Contracts, and/or Volunteer Programs. The Senior Operations Manager will work towards meeting the strategic priorities of the program by developing and coordinating tactics for approved plans and completing and/or overseeing day-to-day tasks. They may be responsible for central administrative processes, including facility management, telecommunications, mailroom operations, human resources, finance, and telephone/public reception, maintaining office supplies and equipment, and processing purchasing requests. They may be responsible for development and implementation of annual budgets, managing the process for annual planning, and monitoring progress. The Senior Operations Manager will provide guidance in satisfying requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures.

They will work closely with the Director of Operations and other Senior Operations Managers to develop and manage guidelines and analyze information to achieve results, improve workflow, and solve problems. They will provide advice, recommendations, and training related to the functional activity they manage. The Senior Operations Manager must become familiar with the systems and resources utilized by the team and apply knowledge to managing support and designing communications related to the resources. They will develop documentation, modify processes, and participate in the enhancement of systems and tools used by the team. The Senior Operations Manager will work in close cooperation with any or all the following: Conservancy staff, donors, trustees, vendors, public agencies, and legal and accounting professionals. They will report to leadership on activities. They will manage diverse tasks, analyze situations, evaluate alternatives, project outcomes, and implement solutions to improve effectiveness. This position will require travelling occasionally and working long and flexible hours as needed. The work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.

Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to make a difference every day.

The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects and tasks, including collaborating with the Director of Operations for CA. They should have experience supervising a variety of staff of all skill and performance levels. They should have strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills. They should be a self-starter who works well with others and holds themselves accountable to producing outstanding and accurate work products, have a strong attention to detail, be able to manage multiple tasks effectively, meeting deadlines, and exceeding expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team!

* Bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination, including 2 years managing operations functions.
* Finance/Accounting experience.
* Experience managing and implementing multiple projects.
* Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data.
* Experience with business process analysis and/or improvement.
* Experience with current technology in relevant field.
* Experience supervising staff, interns, and/or volunteers.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams.
* Experience handling confidential information.

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into 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 and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

The starting pay for this position is within the range of $80,300 - $103,125 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA and state of employment is California. The salary range for this position will the following based on location:

Sacramento, San Diego, and Ventura: $80,300 - $94,450

Los Angeles and San Francisco: $87,700 - $103,125

Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

To apply for job ID 56462, submit your materials (resume and cover letter) online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 8:59 PM PST on Sun, March 30, 2025. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

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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 successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.