The Nature Conservancy · 4 hours ago
Block Island Marine Program Assistant
Rhode Island, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
0+ years expThe Nature Conservancy is dedicated to protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. They are seeking a Marine Program Assistant to assist with scientific activities, including fisheries surveys and water quality monitoring, while supporting summer nature programs and overseeing volunteers.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Performs fieldwork including estuary and coastal scientific data collection
Compiles data, resolves disparities and maintains datasets for various projects to generate plans and write reports
Assist with research vessel operations including launching, handling line, and fieldwork equipment
Assist with nature walks and outreach programs to educate the public about local natural history, conservation, and The Nature Conservancy’s mission on Block Island
Assist in guidance of volunteers and youth groups
May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances
Work requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience
Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to obtain related licenses or certifications as required such as First Aid, CPR, and driver's license
This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program
Preferred
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to obtain a driver's license and maintain a good driving record
Boating experience
Experience with scientific research and data entry
Experience working independently and meeting deadlines
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to complete tasks with assigned timeframes, possibly in the absence of supervision
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to deal with the public in a friendly and professional manner
Benefits
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
Company
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (13)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
CTO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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