Regional Deputy Director

Job overview

The Regional Deputy Director role is onsite at Hacienda Margarita in Lares, PR. Compensation is not specified. Para la Naturaleza is a nonprofit environmental organization focused on conservation in Puerto Rico. The role leads strategic and operational management of an assigned watershed, aligning regional personnel, resources, and programs with conservation priorities. It oversees protected-area operations, budgets, safety, compliance, community relationships, and regional initiatives while reporting recommendations and status information to the Director of Protected Natural Areas.

What you'll do

• Plan and oversee watershed operations and approved programs
• manage operating budgets and resources
• safeguard protected natural areas and organizational assets
• supervise and develop regional personnel
• coordinate with Human Resources
• oversee conservation, education, public-use, volunteer, community, and related programming
• ensure compliance and safety
• supervise contractors and vendors
• maintain stakeholder relationships
• analyze operational and environmental information
• conduct site visits and inspections
• provide reports and recommendations
• represent the organization when designated
• support emergency response and recovery.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

regional deputy director

full-time

lares pr

hacienda margarita

para la naturaleza

conservation

watershed management

protected natural areas

environmental programs

team leadership

budget management

community engagement

spanish and english

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires five to seven years of progressive relevant experience; a bachelor's degree is required, and a related master's degree is preferred. Spanish and English communication skills are required.

About the employer

Para la Naturaleza is hiring for this role. Industry: Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations. Sector: 81.