Pros
I really enjoyed working at Turtle Island Restoration Network! I liked being able to work for an organization whose values I share, which is doing so many good things for the environment and wildlife both locally and internationally. The boss and management was very supportive, flexible, and open to new ideas. The office headquarters in Olema, CA have a nice atmosphere located in a serene nature area with an on-site native plant nursery. I liked the dynamic work environment where you got to engage with members of the public, such as with visits from weekly volunteers to the on-site native plant nursery and school groups. I was also able to learn a lot about how a non-profit functions by being able to interact and collaborate with people in different roles than my own. In addition, it was nice to have the opportunity to do things outside ones' own role from time to time, such as being able to visit restoration field sites and help out with native plantings. Overall I really liked working at the TIRN and felt I had the space to grow and expand in my role. (The healthcare, dental, benefits package was also a plus!)
Cons
The office headquarters in Olema, CA are located in a semi-rural area, so if you want to be close to a big city or don't want to have much of a commute, then maybe this isn't the spot for you. Though I personally found the drive out West to be relaxing and beautiful.
