Careers at Western Pennsylvania Conservancy are rewarding in more ways than one. Working for the conservation of Pennsylvania’s natural resources, you’ll experience an unusually deep sense of accomplishment, pride and camaraderie with other like-minded professionals.

Applicants who are interested in being considered for a position can either send a cover letter and resume to the email address listed in the job description, or download and print an application. Completed applications can be sent to:

     Attn: Human Resources
     1478 Mill Run Road
     Mill Run, PA 15464

 

 

Environmental Review Specialist – Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program – Harrisburg, PA

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Bureau of Forestry, is seeking a skilled professional with botanical and ecological expertise to provide technical guidance and outreach to state land managers, foresters, DCNR planners and policy makers, and private landowners. This position will review development projects for potential impacts to native plants of special concern or related habitats, provide assistance with the management, maintenance, and policy development for DCNR’s Native Wild Plant Program, and assist with other conservation initiatives within the Bureau of Forestry. The position will be based in the DCNR Bureau of Forestry office in Harrisburg, PA.

Candidates should have a 4-year degree in botany, biology, ecology, natural resources, environmental science, or a related field; master’s degree preferred. Excellent communication skills are required. Experience with Geographic Information Systems, a commitment to conservation goals, and familiarity with Pennsylvania’s flora, natural communities, or ecology is preferred. We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

To apply: please send a letter, resume, and salary requirements to:

Ellen Shultzabarger
DCNR/Bureau of Forestry
Rachel Carson State Office Building
P.O. Box 8552
Harrisburg, PA 17105-8552
RA-HeritageReview@state.pa.us

Assistant Director/Watershed Manager - Blairsville, PA

Internal applicants should contact Nick Pinizzotto at 724-459-0953 x 100. External applicants should follow the posting instructions listed below.

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has an opening in its Watershed Conservation Program for an Assistant Director/Watershed Manager. This position assists the Senior Director, Watershed Conservation and Conservation Services with everyday management of the Watershed Conservation Program. Also manages watershed conservation activities and functions as the local liaison within the Ohio River watershed. The position is located in Blairsville, PA.

The successful candidate will have a master’s degree or equivalent work experience in watershed science, stream ecology, wetlands ecology, or biohydrology. Five to seven year’s experience with hands-on projects to remediate threats to watershed conservation targets is required. Familiarity with watershed assessment and planning is desired. Must be able to raise program funds from both private and public sources. Prior supervisory/management experience is required. This is a full time position offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

To apply: please send a letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list ADWM in the subject line of the email.
 

 

Development Assistant – Pittsburgh, PA

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a non-profit conservation organization at 800 Waterfront Drive in Pittsburgh, PA, has an opening for a Development Assistant.

Responsibilities include processing and acknowledging all contributions, data entry and maintenance of Raiser’s Edge database; preparing reports; performing data file extractions; mailings; donor service phone calls, correspondence; general office/clerical duties including filing, copying, reception desk backup.

Two years of data entry experience required. Experience using Raiser’s Edge (first preference) or other similar database experience strongly preferred. Strong commitment to donor service and thorough understanding of data operations’ role in donor relations. Minimum of one year previous experience in a development, membership, or other transaction-processing environment required. Minimum 2 years’ experience with Microsoft Word, especially mail merge documents. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, especially with data functions including lists, filters, reports. Must be well organized and accurate, able to work well in a fast-paced environment, able to manage multiple projects successfully, and work well independently and within a team. This is a full time position offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

To apply: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list DEVA in the subject line of the email.

 

Director, Land Protection – Pittsburgh, PA

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a regional conservation organization that has protected over 228,000 acres in its 77 years, seeks an experienced professional to manage its land protection program. The Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the department including: staff, budget, project tracking and reporting, and fundraising. This position takes a lead role in achieving the Conservancy’s goal of increasing the scope and scale of land conservation in western Pennsylvania, including leading the implementation of a new revolving loan fund for local land trusts. The director works closely with the Associate Vice President of Land Conservation and Stewardship to set the strategic direction of the organization’s land protection efforts. The director will be responsible for ensuring that all land protection projects are completed in adherence with organizational quality standards and meet Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices. The director, along with stewardship staff, senior management and the board of directors, will lead the Conservancy in seeking land trust accreditation. This is an excellent career opportunity for a seasoned land conservation professional. The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy offers a competitive salary, excellent fringe benefits and the chance to work with a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

Minimum 4-6 years experience in land trust or real estate related field. A bachelors degree or higher in natural resource management, law, business administration or other related field. In-depth familiarity with principles of land conservation, land acquisition, real estate, conservation easements and real estate due diligence issues. A leader who is highly organized and an effective communicator with demonstrable management experience. Experience managing multiple land conservation staff, along with management in tracking multiple projects toward execution, is preferred.

To apply: Send a resume, cover letter and salary expectations to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Land Protection Director in the subject of the email.

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.