Job Board
About the South Mountain Partnership Job Board
The South Mountain Partnership represents a broad range of organizations that are run by talented people. We look forward to connecting our network with job postings, check back often for new postings in the fields of conservation, recreation, planning, cultural resources, non-profit management, and much more.
Current Opportunities
Animal Care Internship
Internships are available with the West Shore Wildlife Center for any individual interested in wildlife rehabilitation, animal behavior, zoology, conservation biology, veterinary medicine, animal rescue, animal husbandry, environmental education and non-profit operations. You do not need to be in an academic program to qualify for an internship position. Internship positions are an excellent opportunity for college students, recent graduates and local individuals interested in becoming a wildlife rehabilitator or being more involved with the work at the wildlife center. Learn more and applyBoard Member (volunteer)
The Appalachian Trail Museum has two 2-year board positions that are vacant they are looking to fill. They are hoping to fill them at the Annual Meeting (April 14-26, 2024) and are asking for anyone who is interested to email Julie Queen, Museum Manager, and AT Museum President Larry Luxenberg with a brief letter of interest and a resume. Learn more about the AT Museum at atmuseum.org
Director of Regional and Local Partnerships and Programs Center for Civic Learning in Action
There are 3 main components of the work of the Director of Regional and Local Partnerships and Programs at Dickinson College: 1) Build and sustain Dickinson’s network of regional and local community partners as well as an advisory Council for the Center, and enriched faculty, staff, and student engagement; 2) Partner with the Director of Global and National Partnerships and Programs as a counterpart within CCLA, to provide coherent leadership and vision to the Center for Civic Learning in Action; and 3) Collaborate within Academic Affairs and across the College to develop faculty programs to support the expansion of Civic Learning in the Dickinson curriculum, and coordinate student experiential learning across our curricular and co-curricular offerings, emphasizing regional and local partnerships.Education and Outreach Internship
Internships are available with the West Shore Wildlife Center for any individual interested in wildlife rehabilitation, animal behavior, zoology, conservation biology, veterinary medicine, animal rescue, animal husbandry, environmental education and non-profit operations. You do not need to be in an academic program to qualify for an internship position. Internship positions are an excellent opportunity for college students, recent graduates and local individuals interested in becoming a wildlife rehabilitator or being more involved with the work at the wildlife center.
Engineer in Training
The Civil Engineer – EIT will assist the York County Conservation District’s Professional Engineer (PE) and E&S Program Manager and in administering the District’s post construction stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, watershed, and agricultural BMP engineering design programs.
Environmental Educators
The Institute is searching for two environmental educators/naturalists. The Institute is a non-profit organization serving the region with outdoor programming in environmental and cultural education, and a wide variety of family events. Activities are conducted at various parks and natural areas around the greater Waynesboro area.
Erosion and Sediment Control Technician
This is an entry-level professional position involving the administration of the PA Clean Streams Law, Chapter 102 Erosion and Sediment (E&S) Control Regulations and Chapter 92, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit (NPDES) for Stormwater from Construction Activities under a Chapter 102 Delegation Agreement with the PA Department of Environmental Protection. This position reviews and processes NPDES permit applications and E&S plans for small and large earth disturbance activities typically associated with new land development, investigates E&S-related complaints, and conducts routine and follow-up site inspections of earth disturbance activities in order to protect public safety and prevent sediment pollution to the Waters of the Commonwealth within York County.
Habitat Specialist
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever seeks an individual to conduct and coordinate habitat management activities on Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) in support of the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Bobwhite Quail Focus Area (BQFA). The position location will be based at LEAD, with occasional travel for training. This position is made possible through a partnership between Pheasants Forever and the Pennsylvania Game Commission and is a full-time, limited-term position through the end of June 2026, with the possibility for renewal.
Park Resource Ranger
Kings Gap Environmental Education Center is seeking a dedicated individual who can handle a flexible work schedule, interact with people, and contribute to the enjoyment of visitors. This is a seasonal non-law enforcement position. In this role, you will engage with the public, provide services, and ensure their safety at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center. You will also inform visitors about the various programs, resources, facilities, and activities available to them at the center and other state park or state forest lands. Additionally, you will be responsible for communicating and monitoring visitor compliance with park regulations and rules pertaining to the use of Bureau of State Park lands.
Program Coordinator for Dickinson College Farm
The position manages the administrative, financial, and educational and outreach programs for the Dickinson College Farm. The position functions with limited supervision to complete the requirements for the role and will develop systems to handle constant and evolving priorities as well as meet goals and deadlines for program and outreach initiatives.
Seasonal Ridgerunner – Cumberland Valley
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Ridgerunners provide information about the A.T. and its intended primitive experience, location, regulations, and traditions. They work to encourage the best behavior on the part of hikers to facilitate a positive Trail experience (particularly for those who are poorly prepared), and to elicit the support of those who live nearby. They discourage and mitigate misuse of the Appalachian Trail and its environments by performing educational and public-relations functions. Term Length: Approximately May 13, 2024 to September 2, 2024
Past Positions
Deputy Director Outdoor Recreation
In this new Commonwealth position of Deputy Director for Pennsylvania’s Office of Outdoor Recreation, you will help to unite, grow, and strengthen Pennsylvania’s outdoor economy. We seek a dynamic, skilled, and driven professional to make substantial contributions in furtherance of this mission through effective project management, collaborative facilitation, creative analyses, and compelling communication.
Forest Carbon Planner
Do you have a passion for our state’s natural resources? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking candidates for a Forest Program Specialist position. The Forest Carbon Planner is responsible for coordinating forest carbon projects, policies, and research. This includes but is not limited to, providing leadership in forest carbon science; tracking and translating carbon related research; grant administration and coordination for research needs on state forest lands; developing trainings; general science synthesis.
Governor’s Science and Technology Fellowship
The Governor’s Science and Technology Fellowship is seeking talented, passionate individuals who want to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and have a drive to help make Pennsylvania a better place to live. This fellowship is open to recent college graduates with advanced degrees. The fellowship is a one-year program designed to attract master’s or doctorate-level candidates into STEM careers in state agencies. Throughout the program, fellows will participate in leadership development training and have opportunities to attend events with the private and public sector leaders.
Land Conservation Planner
Are you interested in joining forces with a group dedicated to preserving and overseeing our environment? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is in search of a passionate Natural Resource Program Specialist 2 to contribute to this cause. The Land Conservation Planner is responsible for coordinating the bureau’s land conservation through management of the land acquisitions program, including conservation easements, and other related land conservation efforts.
Outreach and Engagement Manager
In this new Commonwealth position of Outreach and Engagement Manager for Pennsylvania’s Office of Outdoor Recreation, you will help to unite, grow, and strengthen Pennsylvania’s outdoor economy. The Office accomplishes this mission through active and highly collaborative engagement with a large and diverse array of private and public sector stakeholders. We seek a dynamic, skilled, and driven professional to make substantial contributions in furtherance of this mission through effective planning, coordination, and implementation of diversified engagement and outreach programs and materials.
Sustainable Forest Certification Planner
Are you passionate about safeguarding our state’s natural beauty? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources offers the perfect role for you! Become a Forest Program Specialist and contribute to the conservation of our forests and state parks for the benefit of future generations. The Sustainable Forest Certification Planner is responsible for coordinating and managing the Bureau’s certification by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI).
Zoologist
Through the Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program (PNHP) partnership, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking a Zoologist. This skilled professional with vertebrate zoological expertise will lead and assist with numerous survey initiatives, primarily focused on inventory and update projects relating to mammal, reptile and amphibian Species of Greatest Conservation Need. The nature of this inventory work requires a considerable amount of overnight travel (frequently five days a week) and working under strenuous field conditions. The position will be housed in the Rachel Carson State Office Building in Harrisburg, Pa.
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Submit your organization’s job posts to our board by emailing jchain@appalachiantrail.org.
Other resources:
Commonwealth of PA Job Postings
Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts Job Postings