Café Team Member – Full Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Café Team Member to provide excellent customer service by waiting on customers, help in the preparation and presentation of food and maintain a clean and stocked facility.

Job Duties

• Ensures proper set up and follows open procedures of the café.
• Sets up pastry display.
• Preps, cooks and plates items for Café service to specification; may occasionally assist in other culinary functions as needed.
• Takes customer orders, assists in preparation, and serves their food/beverage items, while providing an exceptional visitor experience.
• Operates the sales register paying careful attention to accurate cash handling responsibilities and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining inventory and monitoring shortages.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and sanitized work area, follows proper food handling procedures, takes measures to avoid contamination, and supports the highest quality of health and safety standards.
• Assists the Sous Chef or Executive Chef as needed.
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand up to 8 hours
• Must be able to bend, move, and lift up to 40lbs
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment, appliances, and tools – including knives, slicers, and ovens.
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Work in a hot environment, sometimes with with/near open flame

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and cooking.
• Exceptional customer service and organizational skills.
• Some experience handling cash and performing sales transactions preferred
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and be flexible with schedule and hours.
• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time hourly, seasonal position with benefits.

Pay

Pay range: $17.26-$19.28 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Café Team Member – Full-Time in the subject line.

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Community Greening – Field Staff

Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations. 

We are seeking a Community Greening Field Staff member to join the Community Greening team. This program is based out of our Pittsburgh office but the work takes place in the vibrant and colorful community flower gardens located in Downtown Pittsburgh, in prominent public places within neighborhoods throughout Allegheny County, and across the region.  

This position reports to the Project Manager and performs a variety of tasks including supporting garden and tree planting and maintenance events, leading volunteers, completing landscaping work at community gardens and school grounds greening sites, and assisting with planning and logistics for volunteer events. They also provide support for data collection and management, photo documentation, and quality control measures for all departmental projects. 

Job Duties

• Supports spring installation, summer maintenance, and fall cleanup of community garden projects in coordination with the landscaping team and community partners. 
• Supports seasonal display installation of downtown planters and other greening projects and oversees regular maintenance for downtown partners. 
• Leads volunteer activities for community flower gardens, community forestry and other program events. 
• Assists the Conservancy’s Community Forester with urban forestry projects, including planning for tree planting and maintenance events, assisting with tree inventories and analysis reports, collecting and processing tree data, assisting with tree selection and planting site assessments, and other tasks as needed. 
• Monitors and supports the outputs of project garden and tree planting volunteers, community groups, and contractors. 
• Ensures that project operations are compliant with Conservancy policies particularly focusing on safety procedures. 
• Performs summer maintenance tasks including, but not limited to: cutting grass, weeding flowerbeds, solving irrigation problems, monitoring pests, etc. 
• Oversees maintenance of equipment and materials used for Community Greening Program projects. 
• Ensures timely delivery of equipment and materials for scheduled volunteer activities. 
• Identifies potential issues in the field and assists in problem solving. 
• Represents and promotes the mission of the Conservancy with community groups and volunteers. 
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising needs as applicable. 
• Collects field data for analysis. 
• Assists in organizing and documenting information regarding community projects by photographing, measuring, and preparing related reports as requested. 
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including: long hours, evenings, and weekends as needed. 

• Must be able to perform daily physical landscape labor, including occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. 

• Must be able to work outdoors for long periods of time in all weather conditions.  

• Ability to drive a motor vehicle and have a valid driver’s license in order to drive to garden sites throughout western Pennsylvania. 

• Ascends and descends stairways and/or ladders. 

• Stamina to conduct field investigations in rough terrain and exposure to adverse weather conditions. 

• Communicate, converse, exchange information in-person, telephone, and remotely. 

• Ability to utilize a keyboard. 

• Gross manipulation such as seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s). 

• Ability to operate standard office equipment. 

• To be mobile and traverse throughout job location for up to (8) hours. 

• Pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to (50) pounds. 

• Bending, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and crawling. 

• Reaching overhead, at eye level, and below shoulder level. 

• Ability to possess near, far, and peripheral visual acuity. 

• Operating machinery, equipment, and/or power tools. 

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in landscaping techniques and services. 

Horticultural degree and at least two years of horticultural training is preferred. 

Background and/or strong interest in urban and community greening approaches  are helpful. 

Good organizational skills, strong initiative, ability to work well with others and the ability to work well independently. 

Basic maintenance skills and minor carpentry skills are preferred. 

Basic computer skills preferred, including MS Office. 

To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a comprehensive benefits package. 

Additional Details

Location: The position is based out of our Pittsburgh office but works in gardens located in Downtown Pittsburgh, neighborhoods throughout Allegheny County, and communities across the region. 

Pay

$37,300 – $41,600 annually

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Community Greening Field Staff” in the subject line. 

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Gift Processor – Part Time

Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations. 

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Gift Processor in our Pittsburgh office. This position supports the Development Department by performing gift processing, data entry and updating, and donor service as needed. The person in this position reports directly to the Development Operations Administrator. 

Job Duties

• Enters contributions into Salesforce (CRM) database 
• Enters donor biographical information into Salesforce database 
• Creates and mails membership gift acknowledgement letters 
• Processes credit card contribution transactions for authorization 
• Processes donor address change information 
• Prepares daily deposits and sends to Finance department for processing 
• Supports the Conservancy’s fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable 
• Assists with database maintenance, as directed 
• Assists with front line customer service, including answering questions, research on membership information requests and problem resolution, as needed 
• Performs general office duties, including filing, copying, etc. 
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to stand (or sit, if needed) for prolonged periods. 

• Ability to occasionally lift 10 pounds or more if needed. 

• Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills   

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to donor service and thorough understanding of data operations’ role in donor relations. 

• Two years of data entry experience required. Experience using Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge or another similar database experience strongly preferred.  

• 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. Must be able to produce donor correspondence in a timely and accurate manner. 

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced atmosphere and consistently meet deadlines. 

• Must be flexible and be able to shift priorities as needed. 

• Excellent keyboarding and typing skills.  Must be accurate and detail-oriented. 

• Good organizational and time-management skills are required. 

• Ability to work successfully with internal and external contacts is required. 

• Must have well-developed communication skills.   

• The ability to work well both independently and in teams is essential. 

• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Headquarters - Pittsburgh Office (Pittsburgh, PA)

Position Duration

This is a part-time opportunity. 

Pay

$19.09-$21.35 hourly 

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Gift Processor” in the subject line.

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Membership Representative – Part Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a part-time Membership Representative for the Fallingwater Membership department. The person in this position reports to the Fallingwater Membership Coordinator and promotes Fallingwater and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy membership and other opportunities for support to visitors, and oversees public relations audio-visual presentation.  

Job Duties

• Presents information on Fallingwater and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to visitors, using an audio/visual presentation and brief overview. Answers visitor(s) questions.
• Prepares membership venue for visitors, assembles printed information and membership packets.
• Performs data entry (Membership contact and donation information), prints and mails gift acknowledgements.
• Presents information about Fallingwater and WPC memberships to visitors, explains various levels of membership and the accompanying membership benefits and explains other opportunities for supporting Fallingwater and WPC as appropriate.
• Reconciles daily receipts, balances cash box and compiles membership reports.
• Keeps updated on membership information, promotions, programs and incentives. Attends membership department meetings, as requested.
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
• Contacts Van Driver to provide transportation and provides other assistance to visitors as needed.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to stand (or sit, if needed) for prolonged periods. 
• Ability to work outside in all weather types. 
• Ability to occasional lift 10 pounds or more if needed. 
• Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills   

Qualifications

• Must have good customer-service orientation and good group-presentation skills. Good interpersonal skills are required. 
• Must be adaptable and open to change and able to positively interact with visitors in a group atmosphere. 
• Must have excellent verbal communications skills. 
• The ability to slightly tailor a presentation to be more receptive to different audiences is preferred (Presentation time 3-5 minutes on average). 
• Must be able to work well independently and with others. 
• Experience using Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge or another similar database experience strongly preferred. 
• Must be flexible with schedule and be able to work weekends and holidays. 
• Familiarity with Fallingwater and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy tour content is needed. 
• Familiarity with local area and points of interest is helpful. 
• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a part-time, seasonal opportunity.

Pay

$17.93 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Membership Representative – Part-time” in the subject line.

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Membership Representative (Full-time) 

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Membership Representative for the Fallingwater Membership department. The person in this position reports to the Fallingwater Membership Coordinator and promotes Fallingwater and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy membership and other opportunities for support to visitors, and oversees public relations audio-visual presentation.  

Job Duties

• Presents information on Fallingwater and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to visitors, using an audio/visual presentation and brief overview. Answers visitor(s) questions.
• Prepares membership venue for visitors, assembles printed information and membership packets.
• Performs data entry (Membership contact and donation information), prints and mails gift acknowledgements.
• Presents information about Fallingwater and WPC memberships to visitors, explains various levels of membership and the accompanying membership benefits and explains other opportunities for supporting Fallingwater and WPC as appropriate.
• Reconciles daily receipts, balances cash box and compiles membership reports.
• Keeps updated on membership information, promotions, programs and incentives. Attends membership department meetings, as requested.
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
• Contacts Van Driver to provide transportation and provides other assistance to visitors as needed.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to stand (or sit, if needed) for prolonged periods. 

• Ability to work outside in all weather types. 

• Ability to occasional lift 10 pounds or more if needed. 

• Utilizing keyboarding and fine motor skills   

Qualifications

• Must have good customer-service orientation and good group-presentation skills. Good interpersonal skills are required. 

• Must be adaptable and open to change and able to positively interact with visitors in a group atmosphere. 

• Must have excellent verbal communications skills. 

• The ability to slightly tailor a presentation to be more receptive to different audiences is preferred (Presentation time 3-5 minutes on average). 

• Must be able to work well independently and with others. 

• Experience using Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge or another similar database experience strongly preferred. 

• Must be flexible with schedule and be able to work weekends and holidays. 

• Familiarity with Fallingwater and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy tour content is needed. 

• Familiarity with local area and points of interest is helpful. 

• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time, seasonal opportunity which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

$17.93 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Membership Representative – full-time” in the subject line.

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Museum Store Assistant Manager

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Museum Store Assistant Manager for the Museum Store department at Fallingwater. This position reports to the Director of Retail Operations/Store Manager and assists in the day-to-day operation of the Museum Store which includes inventory control, ordering product, merchandising, customer service, personnel management, and acts as the Museum Store manager in the manager/director’s absence.  

Job Duties

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Lift up to 30 lbs. consistently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Climb step stools and ladders.
• Reach overhead, stretch, and bend over to access and store stock.
• Stand for long periods of time; at least 3 hours.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional retail sales experience, with at least three years of higher-level sales experience 
• Three years of supervisory experience strongly preferred 
• Buying experience and/or fulfilment/reordering experience preferred 
• Must possess visual merchandising skills and the ability to adhere to visual standards 
• Must have well-developed organization skills and be accurate with details 
• Must have outstanding customer relation’s experience and be proficient with verbal/written communications 
• Must be a team player, and have the ability to work well with others 
• Must have excellent computer skills, including the ability to use Excel, Word and Point of Sale software.  Prior experience with computerized inventory software and Shopify is preferred. 
• Valid driver’s license is required 
• Flexibility with schedule and hours and ability to work weekends and holidays is required. 
• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

$47,600-$53,900 annually

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Museum Store Assistant Manager“ in the subject line.

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Museum Store Full-Time Sales Associate

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Museum Store Sales Associate for the Museum Store department at Fallingwater. The overall objective of this position is to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Museum Store, with a focus on selling merchandise and providing excellent customer service. This position will report directly to the Director of Retail Operations. 

Job Duties

• Assists senior staff in daily cash receipts/closing report and item reports.
• Assists in opening and closing procedures including cash handling and balancing register at the end of the day.
• Assists in the proper handling of inventory, and takes steps to prevent damage.
• Serves and assists customers with purchases.
• Provides exceptional customer service.
• Restocks inventory in store; informs senior staff when product is low.
• Assists with end-of-year inventory count.
• Incorporates WPC’s constituent-focused customer service values in work habits and interaction with others.
• Encourages visitors to become members. Sells WPC memberships in Museum Store.
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable.
• Cleans the Museum Store and maintains its appearance daily.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 30 lbs. consistently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Climb step stools and ladders
• Reach overhead, stretch, and bend over to access and store stock
• Stand for long periods of time; at least 3 hours

Qualifications

• At least two years of retail sales experience is required. Relevant sales experience in a gift store, boutique or home décor environment is desirable.
• Professional customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively are required.
• Must demonstrate a professional and positive attitude, especially when communicating with customers, fellow co-workers and management team.
• Must be familiar with computerized Point of Sales systems and possess applicable computer skills.
• Experience with cash handling is strongly preferred.
• Flexibility with schedule and hours, and ability to work weekends and holidays are required.
• Ability to meet all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time, seasonal opportunity which includes a robust benefits package. 

Pay

$17.93-$20.00 an hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter and resume to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Museum Store Sales Associate (Full-Time) in the subject line.

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Museum Store Inventory and E-Commerce Coordinator

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a full-time Inventory and E-Commerce Coordinator for the Museum Store. This position reports directly to the Museum Store Assistant Manager and is responsible for both incoming and outgoing shipments to Fallingwater with a primary focus on store inventories and merchandise, while processing e-commerce orders.  

Job Duties

• Accepts shipments made to Fallingwater and coordinates deliveries to departments throughout the site. 
• Opens and verifies accuracy of incoming Museum Store inventory against various documents according to the policies and procedures set forth by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC). 
• Reports damages and shortages to the store management team, in a timely and efficient manner. Promptly identifies and reports damaged packages as they are being unloaded by carrier. Files damage reports with carriers.  
• Assists in tagging and labeling of merchandise as directed by the store management team. Properly stocks and stores merchandise and inventories, and maintains storage areas for the Museum Store.  
• Uses company van to transport deliveries and merchandise to the Museum Store and throughout the site. Ensures that the company van is well maintained, including gas level, and that van log is completed accurately and notes any discrepancies in travel and time. 
• Complies with all security and safety procedures as established by the Conservancy and its security team. 
• Processes in house shipping requests in a timely manner ensuring proper packaging to prevent damage in accordance with procedures established by our carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS. 
• Promptly and accurately processes payments for in house shipping, and inter-department sales transactions in accordance to established policies.  
• Fulfills and processes online orders through Fallingwater’s e-commerce site and packages orders to prevent damage in accordance with procedures established by our carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and USPS. 
• Processes e-commerce orders through Lightspeed point-of-sale system in order to accurately reconcile inventory and financial/payment balances. 
• Provides customer service and serves as the liaison for all ecommerce orders, service issues, complaints, and shipping requests. 
• Maintains records for all ecommerce orders, shipments, and damage claims in accordance to established policies. 
• Responsible for maintaining ecommerce storage area with correct/sufficient inventory amount and notifies store management when stock is getting low. 
• Responsible for organizing, maintaining, and stocking all shipping supplies, and notifies store management when supplies are getting low. 
• Incorporates WPC’s constituent-focused customer service values in work habits and interaction with others. 
• Encourages customers to become WPC members. 
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable. 
• Supports the Conservancy’s mission and goals. 
• Flexibility with schedule and hours may be required due to circumstances as they occur. Schedules may be adjusted in advance or with little to no notice to support staffing needs such as shortages, evening events, etc. This may include working earlier than scheduled or staying later than scheduled, and working evenings and weekends outside of the typical Museum Store hours.  
• May occasionally wait on and assist customers with purchases in the Museum Store as needed. 
• May be required to travel offsite to pick-up shipping supplies and Museum Store product.  
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed. 
• Collaborates with Shipping, Receiving and Online Sales Clerk. 
• Maintains receiving records in accordance with established policy. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Lift up to 35 lbs. consistently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally 

• Climb step stools and ladders 

• Reach overhead, stretch, and bend over to access and store stock 

• Stand for long periods of time; at least 3 hours 

 Location: The position is based at Fallingwater in Mill Run, PA. 

Qualifications

• Must have experience with receiving and proper handling of shipments and deliveries. 
• Related stockroom experience in a retail setting is preferred. 
• Experience with computers and Point of Sale systems are required. 
• Must have exceptional organization skills and be accurate with details. 
•  Must possess professional customer service skills and communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening.  
•  Must be a team player, and have the ability to work well with others. 
•  A valid driver’s license is required. 
• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a full-time seasonal position which includes a competitive benefits package.

Pay

$18.32-$20.43 per hour

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Inventory and E-Commerce Coordinator in the subject line. 

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Watershed Riparian Coordinator

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting and restoring the region’s exceptional natural places since 1932. As a member-based nonprofit organization, we work in cities and towns across Western Pennsylvania and rely on the help of thousands of members, partners and volunteers. We are making a difference in our region’s water, land and life. We do this work for the benefit of wildlife and people who call Western Pennsylvania home, and for future generations. 

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Watershed Riparian Coordinator. This position promotes and implements riparian forest buffer restoration projects to constituents throughout western and central Pennsylvania, and continues the development and coordination of a Riparian Stewards program to engage volunteers in post-planting riparian establishment. The person in this position reports to the Watershed Project Manager II. 

Job Duties

• Promotes and performs outreach watershed and riparian best management practices to PA landowners and stakeholders, with a focus in western Pennsylvania. 
• Responds to landowner requests for technical assistance and assists in identifying appropriate funding sources for implementation projects on their properties.  
• Develops planting plans and landowner agreements for riparian restoration projects. 
• Assists with riparian project design, bidding, and purchase of consumable materials related to implementation riparian practices in close coordination with the Watershed Project Manager. 
• Physically installs and maintains riparian restoration sites with assistance from Watershed Conservation Program staff, volunteers, interns, and AmeriCorps service members. 
• Volunteer recruitment, coordination, and training, with focus on the development of a pilot program related to riparian buffer post planting care throughout western PA with initial focus in a 6-county area surrounding Indiana County. 
• Serves as volunteer project leader on-site. 
• Provides oversight and guidance of the work of volunteers during the installation and monitoring of riparian projects, and evaluates the performance of volunteers. 
• Supports long-term maintenance of new and existing riparian restoration project sites. 
• Explores opportunities for Lawn to Habitat funding and projects. 
• Participates in field assessment and data collection related to current and innovative riparian restoration practices and works with WPC staff on riparian watershed conservation-related issues as needed. 
• Develops and maintains regional collaborations/partnerships and participates in regional partner projects and initiatives.  
• Reflects organizational spirit, culture and objectives in activities performed on WPC’s behalf. Acts in WPC’s best interest at all times. 
• Assists with tracking and reporting implementation of watershed and riparian restoration practices.  
• Assists with grant application development and reporting. 
• Administrative responsibilities associated with the duties outlined above. 
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as required. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work outside in occasionally adverse conditions to plant and maintain tree seedlings.
• Ability to traverse difficult/uneven terrain.
• Ability to wade in flowing water.
• Ability to transition between office work and field work.
• Physical stamina and ability to sit, bend and stand for 8+ hours a day.
• Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and reaching overhead, and at and below eye level. There may be full range of body motion for extended periods of time.
• Physical stamina for manual labor working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Qualifications

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted 

• Ability to work outside in occasionally adverse conditions to plant and maintain tree seedlings. 

• Ability to traverse difficult/uneven terrain. 

• Ability to wade in flowing water. 

• Ability to transition between office work and field work. 

• Physical stamina and ability to sit, bend, and stand for 8+ hours a day. 

• Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching overhead, at, and below eye level. (full range of body motion for extended periods of time.) 

• Physical stamina for manual labor working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. 

Position Duration

This is a full-time opportunity which includes a comprehensive benefits package. 

Additional Details

This is a field-based position, with the department located in the Indiana, PA office. 

Pay

$46,400 – $55,300 per year

Application Process

Please send a cover letter, resume, salary expectations, and referral source to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list “Watershed Riparian Coordinator” in the subject line. 

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Café Team Member – Part Time

Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Fallingwater, a property entrusted to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and designated as a National Historic Landmark and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is seeking a Café Team Member to provide excellent customer service by waiting on customers, help in the preparation and presentation of food and maintain a clean and stocked facility.

Job Duties

• Ensures proper set up and follows open procedures of the café.  
• Sets up pastry display. 
• Preps, cooks and plates items for Café service to specification; may occasionally assist in other culinary functions as needed. 
• Takes customer orders, assists in preparation, and serves their food/beverage items, while providing an exceptional visitor experience. 
• Operates the sales register paying careful attention to accurate cash handling responsibilities and procedures. 
• Assists in maintaining inventory and monitoring shortages. 
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and sanitized work area, follows proper food handling procedures, takes measures to avoid contamination, and supports the highest quality of health and safety standards. 
• Assists the Sous Chef or Executive Chef as needed. 
• Supports the Conservancy’s cost containment and fundraising efforts and needs, as applicable. 
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as needed. 

Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to stand for up to eight hours.
• Must be able to bend, move and lift up to 40lbs.
• Ability to work with dangerous equipment, including knives, slicers and ovens.
• Frequent bending and stooping.
• Work in a hot environment, sometimes with or near open flame.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and cooking. 
• Exceptional customer service and organizational skills. 
• Some experience handling cash and performing sales transactions preferred. 
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure. 
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, holidays and be flexible with schedule and hours. 
• To be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

Location

This position's primary location(s): Fallingwater (Mill Run, PA)

Position Duration

This is a part-time hourly, seasonal position.

Pay

Pay range: $17.26-$19.28 per hour

Application Process

Please send a letter, résumé and salary requirements to wpcjobs@paconserve.org and list Café Team Member – Part-Time in the subject line.

Application Deadline

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