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Open Space Coordinator/Urban Forester

Jonesborough, TN
Welcome to Historic Jonesborough, the oldest town in Tennessee. Jonesborough is a unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee. As we have worked hard to preserve our historic buildings and character, and our cultural heritage, so is our commitment to enhancing the community’s quality of life through parks and recreation ...

Crew Member (Seasonal)

Seattle, WA
The EarthCorps program is an opportunity to gain hands on experience in environmental restoration. Crew Members will serve on crews of 5-7 members led by an EarthCorps crew leader. Crew members will make a difference on the land through on-the-ground restoration projects throughout Western Washington. Colonization, resource extraction, development, urbanization and agriculture activities have degraded ...

Resource Conservationist

Washington, PA
The Washington County Conservation District is looking for candidates to fill the full-time position of Resource Conservation Technician within our Dirt, Gravel, and Low Volume Roads Program. The position requires both office and fieldwork. Education requirements: Associate Degree with 2 years’ of similar job experience. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in natural sciences, environmental resources management, environmental ...

Coastal Habitat Specialist

Portsmouth, NH
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Water Division, Watershed Management Bureau has a full time vacancy for a Coastal Habitat Specialist. Summary: Implements and supports detailed studies of the environment relating to tidal wetlands and coastal habitats, coordinates with organizations to plan and implement projects to restore coastal habitats. This position is ...

Assistant/Associate Professor of Natural Resources Management

Paul Smiths, NY
Paul Smith’s College invites applications for a permanent faculty appointment in the Graduate Studies Program in Natural Resources Conservation. We seek a highly collaborative and creative scientist/educator with expertise in either aquatic or terrestrial resource management. The successful applicant will work closely with other faculty to deliver an innovative hybrid graduate program, including an experiential ...

Extension Assistant Professor- Watershed/Water Quality Education

Kaysville, UT
Utah State University Extension invites applications for a County Extension faculty, 12 month, professional practice position. Extension faculty develop, implement, evaluate, and coordinate research-based educational programs to enhance quality of life for youth and adults. Extension faculty also recruit, train and supervise volunteer leaders and serve as a liaison between local clientele, other resource agencies, ...

Seasonal Field Crew

Philadelphia, PA
Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) is seeking five Seasonal Field Crew members to assist us in regular clean-ups and general stewardship of Wissahickon Valley Park during its high-use season. This position is also responsible for providing consistent, effective outreach with park visitors at our highest-use locations by sharing FOW’s mission and responsible park use principles ...

Program Officer, Marine Ecosystem Repair

Ocean Visions is a nonprofit organization that catalyzes innovation at the intersection of the ocean and climate crises. We facilitate multisector collaborations from within our network and beyond, working with leading research institutions, the private sector, and public-interest organizations to fully explore and advance responsible and effective ocean-based climate solutions. In short, we work to ...

Program Technician

Detroit Lakes, MN
POSITION PURPOSE: This position promotes, plans, and implements conservation provisions of the Federal Farm Bill, the Reinvest in Minnesota (RIM), and other related wildlife and clean water conservation programs. As part of a greater partnership, this position works with the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), Farm Service Agency (FSA), the Minnesota Board of Water and ...

Program and Legal Assistant

Phoenix, AZ
Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is hiring a Program and Legal Assistant to join our team in Arizona. This position will provide a full range of administrative and legal support to the Clean Energy Program’s Arizona team, as well as managing our small Phoenix office. The Program and Legal Assistant will report to the Arizona Clean ...

Co-Executive Director of Conservation

Edgecomb, ME
Midcoast Conservancy is seeking a passionate leader to serve as Co-Executive Director of Conservation on our three-member executive leadership team, along with the Co-Executive Directors of Operations and of Engagement and Strategy. Together, they are responsible for collaboratively leading the organization and directing its strategic priorities and day-to-day operations. The Co-Executive Director of Conservation is ...

Representative, Southeast Program

Florida (Remote/Flexible)
POSITION SUMMARY This professional-level position is responsible for developing, overseeing and implementing strategic plan conservation objectives and strategies for Defenders’ Southeast Program, with a focus on promoting imperiled species conservation and engaging state and federal agency officials, public and private landowners and managers, other conservation organizations, and private citizen stakeholders in integrated wildlife and landscape-scale ...

Garden Manager

Houston, TX
The Wiess School of Natural Sciences is seeking a Garden Manager for The Betty and Jacob Friedman Holistic Garden. The manager will manage the garden and supervise garden workers, including students. They will facilitate the purchasing, planting, maintenance, harvesting, and sales of produce and plants and fundraising. They act as a key contact for garden ...

Forest Park Seasonal Field Coordinator

Queens, NY
Through its visionary leadership and high impact staff, the Natural Areas Conservancy (NAC) champions urban natural areas in New York City and across the nation through innovative research, partnerships, and advocacy. We increase the health and resilience of urban forests and wetlands, catalyze connections between people and nature, and strengthen the environmental workforce. Started in ...

Soil and Water Conservation District Director

Fort Wayne, IN
The District Director oversees and directs the District Conservation Program and staff, ensuring the proper execution of Strategic and Annual Plans. The role includes personnel management, budget preparation, grant application, and report submission. Additionally, the individual will act as a liaison for the Maumee River Basin Commission, coordinate with various conservation agencies, administer mandated programs, ...

Seasonal Water Conservation Consultant

Reno, NV
Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) is a not-for-profit, community-owned water utility, overseen by elected officials and citizen appointees from Reno, Sparks and Washoe County. TMWA has a highly skilled workforce who ensure the around-the-clock treatment, delivery and availability of high-quality drinking water for more than 400,000 residents of the Truckee Meadows. We are looking to ...

Environmental Analyst – Long Island Sound Habitat Restoration Coordinator

Kings Park, NY
Environmental Analyst – Long Island Sound Habitat Restoration Coordinator
NEIWPCC’s mission is to advance clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our member states. We’re looking for a Habitat Restoration Coordinator to join our team and utilize their stewardship skills to support the Long Island Sound Study’s efforts to restore and protect the Sound’s thriving habitats and abundant wildlife. In ...

Conservation Agent

Acton, MA
The Town of Acton is seeking applicants for a full-time, benefitted Conservation Agent. The incumbent will assist with environmental efforts for the town including the enforcement of the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act; will participate in creating plans for the town conservation and open space projects and working closely with the Acton Conservation Commission. The incumbent ...

Horticulturist I

Norfolk, VA
Position type: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. Non-exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Description: Performs all aspects of display bed maintenance in the assigned area to set a standard of horticulture excellence under the direct supervision of a Horticulturist or a Curator. Essential Functions: Assists horticulturists in maintain gardens and collections through weeding, ...

Seasonal Land Steward

Lancaster, PA
The Lancaster Conservancy is seeking an outgoing individual with enthusiasm for physical labor and the great outdoors to work as part of a seasonal land stewardship crew. While not required, we will favor candidates with some experience in equipment operation and transport, use of power-tools, and use of hand-tools. Seasonal Land Stewards will work on ...

Conservation Program Specialist

Indiana, PA
The Indiana County Conservation District is hiring a Conservation Program Specialist to primarily administer their Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program. This position has guaranteed funding through December of 2026. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to make a tremendous and positive impact on agriculture in Indiana County. Specific program tasks will include providing technical assistance, ...

Conservation Program Assistant

St. George, UT
GENERAL PURPOSE This position will work with the garden manager on various projects and with the water conservation team to perform site visits for various programs, including the Water Efficient Landscape Rebate and Water Checks. Garden projects include a water-wise demonstration garden, desert garden, District Office landscaping and a test garden. BENEFITS AND HOURS This ...

Forester

Lakeport, CA
The Lake County Resource Conservation District (LCRCD) is dedicated to the locally-led, long term sustainable conservation and stewardship of natural resources and agriculture in Lake County, California. LCRCD is a non-regulatory, Special District of the State of California that provides conservation assistance to private landowners across Lake County. Originally formed by Congress for soil conservation, ...

Program Manager – Trails & Outdoor Recreation

Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid)
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that protects and restores natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy. At the heart of PEC’s success is our belief in the value of partnerships with the private sector, government, communities, and individuals to improve every Pennsylvanian’s quality of life. PEC has ...

Land Protection Manager

Topsham, ME
The Land Protection Manager is a critical contributor to the mission of the Georges River Land Trust. He/she/they are responsible for Georges River Land Trust’s strategic goal of preserving 500 acres a year in the watershed. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting directly to the leadership of GRLT with tremendous potential for growth and ...

Regional Manager, Land Conservation

Urbana, IL
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) is seeking a Regional Manager, Land Conservation for the northeast region of Illinois which spans 39 counties. This position will be the active lead in training associated with junior or newly hired Land Conservation Specialists (LCS) within the conservation programs at NGRREC. Training and retention of ...

Land Conservation Coordinator

Bristol, FL
The Land Conservation Coordinator collaborates to develop, manage, and advance conservation programs, plans and methods for areas primarily within northern Florida. The Land Conservation Coordinator is part of the Stewardship and Field Program (SAF) department of The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) Florida Business Unit. The position is based at Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve (ABRP) in ...

Conservation Program Manager

Lake Buena Vista, FL
Join us as part of a dynamic team and science-based culture where our mission is to Lead The Walt Disney Company to Care for animals and the environment, Connect people to nature and Conserve our natural resources. Since its inception, the Walt Disney Company has worked to connect people with animals and the natural world ...

Clean Air Advocate

Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, or San Antonio, TX
If you want to save the world, Texas is the place to do it. We emit more global warming pollution than any other state, but we also lead the nation in renewable energy. Environment Texas is seeking a Clean Air Advocate to stop pollution from the petrochemical industry, transition to 100% clean energy, and work ...

Conservation Agricultural Engineer

Kennett Square, PA
Summary The person chosen for this position will participate in regional, state, and federal conservation programs and trainings and will provide technical support to staff as related to agriculture, erosion and sedimentation, and waste handling. The Conservation Engineer will provide technical engineering services, as required, for the design and construction of agricultural best management practices ...

Program Coordinator

Oyster Bay, NY
Friends of the Bay is an environmental conservation and advocacy organization located in Oyster Bay, NY. Our mission is to preserve, protect and restore the ecological integrity and productivity of the Oyster Bay/Cold Spring Harbor Estuary and the surrounding watershed. We accomplish this through water quality monitoring, advocacy, and outreach. Friends of the Bay participates ...

Conservation Forester – Forest Management/Rural Forestry

Lincoln, NE
The Nebraska Forest Service (NFS) is committed to enhancing the well-being of Nebraskans by safeguarding, revitalizing, and maximizing the state’s tree and forest resources. We offer technical and financial support to clients across Nebraska, with a focus on rural forestry, community forestry, forest fuels reduction, forest health, forest products utilization, and fire protection. We are ...

Extension Field Specialist, Urban Forestry and Ecology

Goffstown, NH
This position is based at the Hillsborough County Cooperative Extension office in Goffstown, N.H., and leads UNH Extension’s educational, technical and volunteer programming in urban forestry and ecology. New Hampshire is becoming more urbanized, with urban areas projected to increase to over 10% of the state by 2060. Urban and community trees and forests provide ...

Watershed Conservation Internship (2 positions)

Indiana, PA
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land ...