Restoration Monitoring Assistant
The Nature Conservancy
Charlottesville, VA, USA
Posted on Mar 21, 2026
What We Can Achieve Together
The Restoration Monitoring Assistant performs ecological monitoring, vegetation identification, data entry, data analysis, and report writing.
The Restoration Monitoring Assistant will be responsible for monitoring ecological conditions for wetland and stream compensation projects completed through the Virginia Stream and Wetland Mitigation Program (SWMP). SWMP is a partnership between The Nature Conservancy in Virginia (TNC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) that provides a form of compensatory mitigation through preservation, restoration, creation or enhancement of wetlands, streams, upland buffers, or other aquatic resources in Virginia. The Restoration Monitoring Assistant works collaboratively with TNC’s Restoration Ecologist in both the field and office. Primary responsibilities include assistance with ecological monitoring, data entry, data analysis, and report writing. Ecological monitoring tasks include identifying plant species, estimating plant community coverage and height, evaluating stream features, and providing photo documentation within monitoring plots. The Restoration Monitoring Assistant is responsible for collecting and analyzing information in the field, entering data into data forms and spreadsheets, and analyzing this data to assist with the development of compliance reporting that is required by the regulatory agencies. During weeks when fieldwork is not being conducted, hours can be flexible.
We’re Looking For You
You can expect the following roles and responsibilities when you join our team:
Salary Information
Current funding provides for two (2) positions at $21.25 per hour, 35-40 hours/week, 2-3 month duration. Some benefits. Desired start date is June 8, 2026.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring
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 and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
The Restoration Monitoring Assistant performs ecological monitoring, vegetation identification, data entry, data analysis, and report writing.
The Restoration Monitoring Assistant will be responsible for monitoring ecological conditions for wetland and stream compensation projects completed through the Virginia Stream and Wetland Mitigation Program (SWMP). SWMP is a partnership between The Nature Conservancy in Virginia (TNC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) that provides a form of compensatory mitigation through preservation, restoration, creation or enhancement of wetlands, streams, upland buffers, or other aquatic resources in Virginia. The Restoration Monitoring Assistant works collaboratively with TNC’s Restoration Ecologist in both the field and office. Primary responsibilities include assistance with ecological monitoring, data entry, data analysis, and report writing. Ecological monitoring tasks include identifying plant species, estimating plant community coverage and height, evaluating stream features, and providing photo documentation within monitoring plots. The Restoration Monitoring Assistant is responsible for collecting and analyzing information in the field, entering data into data forms and spreadsheets, and analyzing this data to assist with the development of compliance reporting that is required by the regulatory agencies. During weeks when fieldwork is not being conducted, hours can be flexible.
We’re Looking For You
You can expect the following roles and responsibilities when you join our team:
- Will work under close supervision and receive specific and detailed instructions for required tasks.
- Will work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. Workdays may involve contact with biting insects, ticks, and poison ivy.
- Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
- May require long hours in isolated settings.
- Will require multi-day and overnight stays for travel and work across the state.
- May work closely and collaborate with volunteers.
- High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in environmental science-related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Experience identifying plant species.
- Experience collecting and coordinating ecological information from multiple sources into databases, including data entry and report production.
- Experience working in outdoor settings in variable and sometimes physically challenging conditions.
- Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel).
- Experience working closely with others in a team environment.
- Ability to identify Virginia flora, including invasive plant species.
- 1 - 2 years’ training in environmental science-related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Knowledge of geomorphic, hydrologic and vegetation monitoring techniques and protocols for streams and wetlands.
- Understanding of the development and implementation of ecological monitoring protocols to evaluate site restoration performance.
- Experience in analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing a variety of data including Excel tables and hydrology graphs.
- Experience with GPS applications.
- Demonstrated experience in accomplishing tasks in an orderly, organized manner and keeping organized files and records.
- Ability to obtain driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Ability to follow instructions from colleagues/coworkers/team members.
- Ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means. PC and/or mobile device familiarity, including database knowledge or understanding.
- Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Salary Information
Current funding provides for two (2) positions at $21.25 per hour, 35-40 hours/week, 2-3 month duration. Some benefits. Desired start date is June 8, 2026.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring
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 and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.