HR Director, Southern U.S. Division at The Nature Conservancy

Strong leadership is essential when an organization spans many states and supports a diverse workforce. This role supports that mission for The Nature Conservancy. It places you at the center of people operations for the Southern U.S. Division and gives you the chance to shape talent strategy, guide HR teams, and help build a workplace where employees feel supported and valued.

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Job Summary

Position: HR Director, Southern U.S. Division
Company: The Nature Conservancy
Location: Remote, based in Georgia
Employment: Full time
Salary Range: $139,000 to $162,000 per year
Job Category: Human Resources, Leadership, Organizational Development
Visa: Not stated

About the Company

The Nature Conservancy works to protect land and water resources across the world. Their mission is science-driven and focuses on long-term solutions that help both people and nature thrive. With staff across many regions, they rely on strong HR leadership to build a culture of inclusion, well-being, and accountability. They value respect, fairness, teamwork, and open communication.

About the Role

The HR Director serves as a senior HR partner for the Southern Division, which includes ten state business units. You support leaders, managers, and employees across the region. You guide talent planning, employee relations, organizational development, and culture initiatives. You also manage a team of HR professionals who deliver day-to-day support.

Your job is to translate global HR strategy into local action. You help leaders understand staff needs, support change efforts, and improve workforce engagement. You make sure policies are applied consistently and that the HR team offers clear, reliable support.

Responsibilities Explained

You act as an advisor and change partner for senior leaders. You help them understand workforce trends and plan talent needs. You support succession planning and ensure teams have the right structures in place.

You lead and mentor HR staff. You help them grow their skills and deliver strong service across the employee life cycle. You work closely with talent acquisition to build a diverse workforce and improve recruitment support.

You guide employee relations matters with care and clarity. You help managers address issues early, understand policies, and follow employment laws. You also encourage practices that build trust, promote belonging, and strengthen overall culture.

You support organizational planning and ensure people strategies align with TNC values. You create feedback channels that help leadership understand staff needs and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications Explained

You need a bachelor’s degree and at least eight years of HR leadership experience. Your background must include work in talent management, employee relations, organizational development, training, and recruitment. You must have experience supporting large, decentralized teams, including work with international programs.

You must be able to lead HR teams, guide projects, run meetings, and partner with leaders across many locations. You also need strong communication skills and comfort with MS Office tools for reports and presentations. Travel up to twenty percent may be required within the United States or internationally.

Desired Qualifications Explained

Advanced HR degrees or certifications such as SPHR or SHRM-SCP are helpful. Experience working across cultures or languages is valued. You should be able to negotiate, guide decisions with sound judgment, and communicate with clarity at all levels. Knowledge of conservation issues is an added benefit.

Pay and Benefits Explained

The salary range for U.S. candidates is between one hundred thirty-nine thousand dollars and one hundred sixty-two thousand dollars. The final amount depends on location, experience, and skill level. Benefits may include health coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) with strong employer match, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, disability support, and other well-being programs.

Additional Requirements

This position requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with the organization’s vehicle safety program. A background screening process will apply.

Who They Are

The Nature Conservancy is a global nonprofit committed to protecting the environment. They focus on teamwork, respect, and inclusion. They encourage applicants from all backgrounds and support accommodations for individuals with disabilities. They want employees to thrive both in their careers and in their personal lives.