Pennsylvania Forest Projects Coordinator

The Forest Projects Coordinator (Southcentral Pennsylvania-based) is a fast-paced full-time position working under the supervision of the Forests Projects Manager. The successful candidate will work directly with landowners, farmers, and a diverse set of project partners on water quality improvement and conservation practices, community engagement, riparian and upland reforestation efforts, and more. The Coordinator will also provide strategic support for the Alliance’s broader Forests Program efforts. Substantial outreach and fieldwork throughout southcentral Pennsylvania (Lancaster County focus) is required.

Specific Duties of the Position:

• Plan and coordinate the implementation of riparian forest buffer and reforestation projects in rural, suburban, and urban environments throughout southcentral Pennsylvania.
• Work closely with the Alliance’s Agriculture Team to plan and implement reforestation projects on working farms.
• Build partnerships and work closely with project partners, landowners, volunteers, natural resources contractors, consultants, federal and state agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Support the assessment of existing forestland and provide recommendations for enhancement.
• Participate in and lead various outreach efforts including presentations, events, and similar activities.
• Assist with preparation, planting, maintenance, and monitoring of tree planting project sites.
• Provide direct on-site support as needed. Field savviness and ability to travel is essential.
• Oversee some components of project management, including budgets. As delegated, ensure timely payments, invoices, reimbursements, reporting on associated projects is maintained.
• Pursue funding that enables the Alliance to meet its Strategic Goals through the Forests Program. Includes leading and collaborating in multiple, varied, successful grant proposals.
• Participate in Alliance strategic planning efforts, internal committee, and problem-solving oriented teams as assigned. Contribute to the Alliance’s various Forests Program team efforts.
• Provide event support, meeting coordination, and other administrative assistance as appropriate.

Application:

The information listed below should be emailed to Careers@allianceforthebay.org no later than June 29, 2025. Indicate “Forests Projects Coordinator” in the email subject line. No telephone inquiries please.

1. Your resume
2. A written response to the following prompts (2 pages, max):
   • Describe your experience working with landowners, volunteers, natural resources contractors, consultants, federal and state agencies, or other stakeholders in restoration or similar efforts.
   • Describe your experience coordinating reforestation efforts.
3. A list of 2 professional references.