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
Board Member: Cumberland County Planning Commission
𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Cumberland County Planning Commission is seeking a new member to help shape the future of our communities! The Commission works with urban, suburban, and rural areas across the county to promote economic development, expand housing and transportation choices, and protect clean air, land, and water.Board Member: Partnership for the National Trails System
The Partnership for the National Trails System (PNTS) is seeking 3 new directors to serve on its governing board. Responsibilities include governance over budgeting, fiscal management, hiring, supervision and evaluating the executive director, maintaining employment practices and contracts for services. Terms are for 3 years.
Learn more – If you are interested, contact courtney@pnts.org
Circuit Trails Coalition Manager
The Coalition Manager will be responsible for administration of the Circuit Trails Coalition (CTC), providing support to Coalition leaders and members by coordinating meetings, facilitating communication across the Coalition, managing files, administering elections, helping to coordinate members’ funding proposals, and other activities. The Coalition Manager’s primary responsibility will be to oversee CTC operations, from recurring monthly committee meetings and in-person semi-annual meetings to quarterly Learning Community sessions and ad hoc working group meetings.
Development & Membership Coordinator
The Development and Membership Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the mission of
the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF) through a blend of administrative,
development, data, and communications tasks. This position is responsible for managing the
Foundation’s membership program, donation acknowledgments, CRM operations (NEON), and
helps support event logistics, chapter communications, and website maintenance. The ideal
candidate is highly organized, tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting
Pennsylvania’s public lands.Executive Director
Keystone Trails Association (KTA) is seeking an Executive Director. KTA is a 501c3 non-profit with offices in Mechanicsburg, PA and serves as Pennsylvania’s statewide organization promoting and maintaining hiking & hiking trails. The Executive Director of KTA is the key management leader of the organization. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing administration, staff supervision, programs, projects, and implementation of the strategic plan.
Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps provides youth and young adults with paid opportunities to gain competitive job readiness skills to prepare them for careers in environmental conservation through a partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Program participants will give back to the land while learning lifelong skills that will make them ideal candidates to further their careers in conservation through nationally recognized training, conservation work skills and leadership development.
Project Coordinator (Part-Time)
Shippensburg University’s Center for Land Use and Sustainability (CLUS) is seeking a Project Coordinator to support the Cumberland County Food System Alliance (CCFSA). This position serves as the primary facilitator for the CCFSA—strengthening connections among community partners, coordinating events, managing communications, and supporting regional initiatives that advance a more sustainable and equitable local food system. Working in partnership with the CCFSA Leadership Team, the Project Coordinator ensures that all activities are consistent with the CCFSA’s Work Plan and strategic priorities.
Water Program Manager
The Water Program Manager is a full-time, exempt position that primarily supports PEC’s water programs focusing on stormwater management, watershed restoration, and community resiliency. This position provides a unique opportunity to meet and collaborate as a PEC representative with government, non-profit organizations, and private landowners at the local community level within the wider Delaware River basin, and, at times, across the state, to implement the programs and learn about the policies that support the restoration and protection of Pennsylvania’s extensive water resources.
Past Positions
Administrative Assistant – Kings Gap
As an Administrative Assistant 1 at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, you will play a crucial role in managing a diverse range of administrative functions that encompass purchasing, human resources, timekeeping, and budgetary analysis. Your responsibilities will include overseeing clerical staff, ensuring accountability for incoming revenue, and providing exceptional visitor services. This position requires a thorough understanding of statewide Park and Department administrative rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, as you will be tasked with making informed decisions that impact the operational efficiency of the Center.
Conservation Director
The Land Conservancy of Adams County (LCAC) is seeking a Conservation Director. This position carries out a wide spectrum of technical, interpersonal, and contractor-interface day-to-day operational duties. They are often the public face of the LCAC and is usually the first and most frequently consulted by individuals interested in conserving property, who already own preserved acreage, or are considering the purchase of eased land.
Pat & Ron Ferris Museum Director
The Pat & Ron Ferris Museum Director oversees the curation and care of the Cumberland County Historical Society’s Museum Department. The position is responsible for developing and implementing yearly rotating exhibitions, overseeing the Museum’s collections, including accessioning and deaccessioning, as well as Museum programming and budgeting for the Museum Department.
For more updates
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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