Ad Title:CONSULTOR AMBIENTAL EN CONSERVACION Y DESARROLLO COMUNITARIO Location: QUITO-ECUADOR Post Date: 10/14/25 Contact: Darwin Garzòn City: Quito Email:darwinalvear48@gmail.com Description: * Consultor Ambiental en proyectos de conservación, estudios de impacto ambiental, educación ambiental.
* Consultor en desarrollo territorial loca y rural.
* Diseño y evaluación de proyectos de carácter social y ambiental, con el manejo del Pmbok4.
* Conocimiento de economía circular, huella del carbono, cambo climático, agenda 2030.
* conocimiento de : globalización: movimiento de mercados y empresas transnacionales, capital estructural, economías de escala more info...
Ad Title:Executive Director, Shaver's Creek Environmental Center - Penn State University Location: Petersburg, PA Post Date: 10/28/25 Contact: Lindsay Harter Email:lap225@psu.edu Website:visit our website... Description: Penn State Outreach is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Director to lead our Shaver\'s Creek Environmental Center, a robust University and community resource located within Penn State\'s 7,000-acre Stone Valley Forest in the heart of central Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills to inspire our team, engage our community, foster discovery, and encourage a culture of innovation and sustainable practices in keeping with the center\'s mission.
The Executive Director ensures the success of educational programming through strategic planning, staff management, financial stability, engaged scholarship, and strong partnerships. Reporting to the Vice President for Outreach, the executive director will be tasked with maintaining high-impact, best-practice programs that meet community needs while upholding safety, sustainability, and excellence in experiential education.
Through hands-on leadership, the executive director is responsible for curating the space and leading a team of professionals who create and support immersive experiences that foster human connection and promote caring and lasting relationships with the natural world. This role involves stewarding partnerships both internally and externally. Internally, the executive director must maintain and enhance connections with Penn State\'s academic colleges to leverage Shaver\'s Creek\'s expertise and unique resources, effectively extending classroom learning. Externally, the executive director collaborates with various groups through strategic alignment of programming to enhance connections to local, regional, and national audiences.
Success in this position requires:
- A passion for experiential education and creating opportunities that leave a lasting impact on a diversity of participants and visitors.
- Innovative leadership and the ability to implement a clear strategic vision for the organization that inspires staff, volunteers and stakeholders to embrace shared goals that are aligned with Penn State and Penn State Outreach priorities.
- Proven ability to make informed and effective decisions in developing, implementing, and monitoring the scope of services as well as programmatic, course enrollment, staffing, and budgetary elements that are aligned with fiscal goals.
- Strong personnel management experience and skills including a history of success in coaching and developing staff, performance management, building high-functioning teams, and driving positive workplace culture.
- Proven track record as a financially responsible budget manager.
Additional responsibilities of the position include:
- Leading a dynamic team of 25 dedicated individuals who manage and support Penn State students, emerging professionals, and passionate volunteers.
- Communicating and engaging regularly with the staff and thoughtfully considering organizational needs in decision-making processes.
- Managing complex budgets to ensure fiscal viability, the development of funding resources, and resource acquisition for the sustainability of the site, programs and staff.
- Providing oversight for the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and satellite locations, and related budgeting and capital spending, compliance, procurement, project and construction management. Requires relationship building and direct work with the University Offices of Physical Plant, University Access Committee, etc.
- Directing the facility and operations efforts through long-term and annual planning with staff and neighboring constituents (Stone Valley Recreation Area and Stone Valley Forest).
- Engaging in development efforts and working closely with Penn State Outreach fundraisers to cultivate new donors, steward current donors, and provide oversight of the center\'s membership and major gifts programs, and endowment spending.
- Collaborating with the Vice President for Outreach and the Outreach Leadership Team on development initiatives, educational partnerships, and stakeholder engagement.
- Staying informed of trends in the field of experiential and environmental education, and relevant policies and regulations both internal to Penn State and external to the University.
- Representing Penn State Outreach and Shaver\'s Creek at conferences, community events, and for media inquiries. more info...
Ad Title:Field Biologist with the Natural Land Institute Location: Rockford, IL Post Date: 10/23/25 Contact: Zach Grycan City: Rockton State: IL Zip: 61072 Phone (W): 8159646666 Email:info@naturalland.org Website:visit our website... Description: Objective: To assist with natural resource management on lands owned by the Natural Land Institute across northwest Illinois, in order to support and uphold the Mission. Headquarters are at Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton, IL. The selected candidate will report directly to the Director of Stewardship.
Responsibilities:
• Assist with restoration and land management activities, including invasive species control, native seed collecting and processing, prescribed burning, and native plantings, which may include plant propagation/cultivation.
• Perform safe handling of herbicides and mechanical equipment in an effort to control exotic and invasive species.
• Annual site monitoring of and reports for fee owned lands and conservation easements with reports done in LANDSCAPE program.
• Share responsibility to organize work and oversee tasks for stewardship’s seasonal employees.
• Work with volunteers on natural resource management projects and workdays at NLI properties.
• Conduct ecological inventories and develop database(s) of flora and fauna at NLI properties.
• Maintain monthly activity records and daily timesheets detailing accomplishments and keeping neat and accurate records.
• Maintain and safely operate equipment and motor vehicles.
• Tasks may include wildlife monitoring (such as aquatic turtles), trail camera monitoring, GPS of invasive plants and/or locations of sources of native plant seed, among others.
• Prepare for public events as requested and any other activities requested by the supervisor.
Ad Title:Mohonk Preserve is seeking an Applied Forest Ecologist Location: New Paltz, NY Post Date: 08/19/25 Contact: Megan Napoli City: New Paltz State: NY Email:research@mohonkpreserve.org Website:visit our website... Description: Who We Are
Located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley, Mohonk Preserve is New York’s largest nonprofit nature preserve. We manage over 8,200 acres of mountain cliffs, forests, fields and streams through four integrated programs – Conservation, Education, Stewardship, and Visitor Experience – and welcome over 300,000 members and visitors each year who come to hike, run, rock climb, boulder, bike, enjoy winter recreation and experience nature.
Based in a vibrant university community, Mohonk Preserve offers a great working environment in one of New York’s greenest counties, with all-season recreation, access to Preserve lands, a dynamic, committed team of conservation professionals and long legacy of conducting ecological research and environmental education. The Preserve is also the “Home of the Gunks,” one of America’s premier rock-climbing destinations.
Our Mission & Vision
Our mission is to protect the northern Shawangunk Ridge and inspire people to care for, enjoy, and explore the natural world. Mohonk Preserve supports thriving and resilient natural environments that are welcoming to all who explore, play and work here, and those who seek peace, wellbeing and inspiration amid its lands. To read more about our Vision and learn more about the Preserve visit https://www.mohonkpreserve.org/.
Our Core Values
• Teamwork: We trust each other and value collaboration and accountability.
• Transparency: We are clear, honest and ethical in our decision-making and communications.
• Belonging: We welcome everyone and treat all with respect and compassion.
• Exploration: We value curiosity, education and innovation as pathways to learning and growth.
• Stewardship: We are committed to responsibly stewarding Mohonk Preserve in service to the land and the community.
About the Position:
As a core member of the Conservation Science team of the Conservation & Community Education department, the Applied Forest Ecologist is responsible for developing and implementing ecological research, and decision-support tools to enhance the management of forest lands so they can be sustainable and resilient in a changing world. This position requires an understanding of how forests work and how it intersects with applied knowledge linked to forest management and assessment. The Applied Forest Ecologist will work with land managers and practitioners, within and external to the Preserve, to produce data-driven science that informs, improves and expands land management decision making. The Applied Forest Ecologist reports to the Associate Director of Conservation Science & Research.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations – see Job Description for full details:
• Evaluate the impacts of multiple climate change drivers on forest communities to inform landscape conservation and the creation and implementation of management plans
• Design and implement ecological research and monitoring projects, ensuring scientifically valid methodologies for evaluating forest stand improvement, invasive species management, and ecological and/or human impacts on the land
• Contribute applied ecological knowledge and recommended practices towards community science efforts
• Support the Associate Director of Conservation Science & Research in the collection of ecological data for the Preserve’s broader monitoring projects
• Provide creative and data-informed content and expertise for new grant proposals, and aid in other Development efforts to support Mohonk Preserve’s Conservation and Community Education initiatives
• Serve as the program administrator for Mohonk Preserve\'s hunting-based Deer Management Program
• Serve as the primary contact for external contractors enacting forest management plans
• Supervise and mentor seasonal field technicians and interns
Total Rewards Package:
This is a permanent, full-time position with a generous benefits package including health insurance (with substantial employer contribution toward premium), retirement plan, vacation, paid holidays, sick time and other paid time off.
• Salary: $61,000 - $65,000
• Mohonk Preserve membership for the duration of the position
• Access to lands and some activities of Mohonk Mountain House resort
Eligibility for certain benefits is dependent upon a variety of factors including length of employment.
Location:
Mohonk Preserve’s main offices are located at our Visitor Center in Gardiner, NY. This position will be based out of the Preserve’s Daniel Smiley Research Center (DSRC) on the grounds of the Mohonk Mountain House resort. Mohonk Preserve offers hybrid work schedules at this time – coordinated with their supervisor and depending on the job, staff may be able to split time working remotely, as well as in the office and in-person on the land. Generally standard working hours, with some flexibility, to be coordinated with supervisor. Mohonk Preserve is a smoke-free campus.
How to Apply:
Email your resume and a one-page cover letter tying your experience to specifics in the job responsibilities and 3 professional references (include phone and email) to: research@mohonkpreserve.org with the subject line “Applied Forest Ecologist application.”
No phone calls please. This position will be open until it is filled. Anticipated start date for this position is mid-October 2025.
Ad Title:Outward Bound California Alpine Backpack Instructor Location: Midpines, CA Post Date: 10/21/25 Contact: Han Bourne City: San Francisco State: CA Zip: 94104 Email:staffing@outwardboundcalifornia.org Website:visit our website... Description: Position Description:
Bring your love for community building and adventure to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. As an Alpine Backpacking Instructor, you will facilitate transformative backpacking and/or rock climbing courses with students (ages 12+) both on and off trail. Instructors work on a seasonal basis under the mentorship of Lead Instructors or Course Directors. Instructors in this program deliver a variety of courses, ranging from 5-30 days. Our programs take students into new and challenging outdoor environments while focusing on leadership, community, and personal growth.
Compensation & Schedule:
This is a seasonal, exempt position with a starting per diem wage of $142/day. All required training is paid at our training rate ($136/day).
Required training begins May 5th. New staff are expected to work until mid September. Most new staff can expect to work 60-80 days per season (including training). Interested staff may also opt into work at our Joshua Tree location (late Oct - early April).Our pay scale is based on skills and experience. Consideration for a higher position or attending an alternative training can be taken into account on a case by case basis depending on the criteria that you meet. We can discuss this more during the interview and hiring process.
Benefits:
Room and board provided while on contract
Pro deals (the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates)
Professional development funds
Eligible to enroll in 401k after 1 year from your start date
Access to our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family/household
56 hours (7 days) of paid sick time upon hire or at the beginning of each calendar year
Location:
This position is located at our High Sierra program base in Midpines, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park. High summer temperatures are frequently 100+ degrees Fahrenheit. The basecamp has a main building with an office, program gear storage sheds, a commercial kitchen, and weatherport living quarters (durable fabric structures). Trips generally take place in off-the-beaten-path locations within Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sierra National Forest, and Yosemite National Park. more info...
Ad Title:Outward Bound California High Sierra Program Manager Location: Midpines, CA Post Date: 10/21/25 Contact: Han Bourne City: San Francisco State: CA Zip: 94104 Email:staffing@outwardboundcalifornia.org Website:visit our website... Description: Bring your love for the outdoors and community building to our High Sierra basecamp! As a Program Manager, you\'ll work alongside our tight-knit admin team to support the day-to-day program management of our wilderness backpack & rock climbing programs. The Program Manager is a role model and mentor within the High Sierra community, providing daily leadership, administrative support, and management of the High Sierra basecamp and programming. Responsibilities include overseeing programs and training, supervising and mentoring staff, facilitating community building, and some administrative duties. The Program Manager reports to the High Sierra Program Director and works in collaboration with other High Sierra Program Admin Staff.
Compensation & Schedule:
This is an exempt, salaried position of approximately 6 months of full-time work (approximately April 1st - Sept 30th). Start date flexible. Monthly salary range starting from $3,500 - $4,200, depending on experience.
Benefits:
Rustic housing is provided with access to communal bathrooms and kitchen. Food is also provided during the season.
OBCA offers health insurance with employer contribution, PTO, long-term disability and life insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Plan, Accident Insurance, and 401(k) plan enrollment after 1 year from start date. We also offer Pro Deals (the opportunity to purchase outdoor gear at discounted rates).
Location:
Our High Sierra base in Midpines, California, 30 miles east of Yosemite National Park. High summer temperatures can reach 80-100+ degrees Fahrenheit. The basecamp has a main building with an office, program gear sheds, a commercial kitchen, and weatherport living quarters (durable fabric structures). Trips generally take place in off-the-beaten-path locations within Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sierra National Forest, and Yosemite National Park. more info...
Ad Title:Stewardship Director for Shirley Heinze Land Trust Location: Northwest Indiana Post Date: 10/28/25 Contact: Bridget Harrison City: Valparaiso State: IN Zip: 46385 Phone (W): 219-242-8558 Email:bharrison@heinzetrust.org Website:visit our website... Description: Shirley Heinze Land Trust protects and manages 4,000 acres in Lake, Porter, LaPorte, St. Joseph, Marshall, and Starke Counties in northwestern Indiana and engages communities in conservation and nature. The Stewardship Director position is an integral role within an organization that has 12 full-time staff and an operating budget of $1.5 million. Responsibilities include: leading a well-established stewardship program; managing a stewardship team (4 full-time equivalents); advancing the strategic plan in close collaboration with the Leadership Team and Board of Directors; securing and administering large-scale stewardship and capital project grants; advancing regional initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders (nonprofits, agencies, local municipalities, industry, and developers); and being a part of the Leadership Team (executive, deputy, conservation, and stewardship directors). This is a full-time, salaried position with an annual salary range of $65,000-$80,000. This position includes a competitive benefits package. more info...
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