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
Administrative Assistant – Michaux Forest District, Franklin County
The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is actively seeking to fill the position of Administrative Officer 1. This position is tasked with a diverse range of responsibilities that include purchasing, fiscal management, administrative functions, human resources activities, and serving as a secondary timekeeper. If you have a passion for Pennsylvania’s natural resources, now is your chance to support the scientists who are exploring the state’s water, energy, and mineral wealth. Learn more and apply by April 9, 2025Assistant Controller
York County Community Foundation is seeking a seeking to fill a full-time Assistant Controller position. The Assistant Controller is a member of the Finance Team and is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Foundation by ensuring the accurate and timely implementation and accounting of the Foundation’s finances and investments according to the policies and procedures developed by the Board of Directors.
Cumberland Valley Seasonal Ridgerunner
ATC Ridgerunners provide information about the A.T. and its intended primitive experience, location, regulations, and traditions. They work to encourage the best behavior on the part of hikers to facilitate a positive Trail experience (particularly for those who are poorly prepared), and to elicit the support of those who live nearby. They discourage and mitigate misuse of the Appalachian Trail and its environment by performing educational and public-relations functions. Ridgerunners are assigned to hike specific sections of the A.T. during the day and camp at specific, high-use overnight sites throughout their patrol.
Executive Director
The Central Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and ambitious leader who can work effectively with the Board of Directors, its committees, and staff to grow the organization, both internally and externally, to advance its strategic goals and strategies. The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the successful management of CPC and must therefore be a strong communicator, administrator, and manager. Primary responsibilities, with the support of staff, contractors and volunteers, include fundraising, membership development, communications, budgeting, reporting, staffing, grant application and management, and partnership development.
Food Programs Coordinator
The Adams County Farmers Market is currently seeking candidates for its critical Food Programs Coordinator position. The primary responsibilities of the Food Programs Coordinator are to assist with the overall logistics and management of the farmers market by supporting the Market Manager, provide oversight and management of the critical Healthy Options Program by working directly with enrolled families and seniors, and provide oversight and management of the market’s other food assistance programs, such as SNAP/EBT redemption, FMNP redemption, and other programs.
Seasonal Assistant Crew Leader – Carlisle
Under the supervision of the Regional Manager, the Assistant Crew Leader is responsible for co-leading with the Crew Leader and implementing Trail and related facility construction, reconstruction, and land management projects. This position manages and motivates trail crews, which consist of crew members and/or volunteers. The Crew Leader is responsible for behavior management and fostering positive crew morale through consistent teamwork. This position will provide collaborative leadership for the crew, ensure safety procedures are followed and communicate with partners.
Seasonal Crew Leader – Carlisle
Under the supervision of the Regional Manager, the Crew Leader is responsible for implementing Trail and related facility construction, reconstruction, and land management projects. This position manages and motivates trail crews, which consist of crew members and/or volunteers. The Crew Leader is responsible for behavior management and fostering positive crew morale through consistent teamwork. This position will provide collaborative leadership for the crew, ensure safety procedures are followed and communicate with partners.
Seasonal Trail Crew Camp Coordinator – Carlisle
Highly qualified seasonal crew staff are recruited each year to support completion of routine trail maintenance, major rehabilitation/repair, and relocation projects. Crew Coordinators are critical to the effective operation of quality crew programs. They serve as hosts to the volunteers and are responsible for all activities necessary to ensure smooth operation of ATC’s crew camps, including welcoming and orienting crew volunteers, purchasing crew food and supplies, assisting with crew vehicle maintenance, supporting fieldwork, etc.
Past Positions
Americorps: Environmental Educator at Buttonwood
Buttonwood Nature Center is currently recruiting two full-time Environmental Educators through the CORE Susquehanna AmeriCorps for 2024-25. Benefits include a living stipend, educational award, health insurance, childcare assistance (if qualified) and forbearance on qualified active student loans after term completion (includes interest).
CAEDC Board of Directors
The Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation (CAEDC) is looking for a county resident or person employed by a business in Cumberland County who would be interested in serving on the CAEDC Board of Directors. CAEDC is looking for a community-minded candidate to fill the vacant position. The candidate will serve from February 2025 until February 2026. The Board of Directors meetings are held every 4th Tuesday of the month from 7:30 a.m. -8:30 a.m.
To be considered, individuals need to submit a letter of interest and a resume to CAEDC via email to nominations@
cumberlandbusiness.com or by mail to: 230 S. Sporting Hill Road, Suite 100, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. For additional information or questions, call 717-240-7180. The deadline for submitting all materials is Thursday, January 23, 2025.Clerical Assistant
This position is responsible for front desk customer service duties at the Kings Gap Environmental Education Center such as answering phone calls, managing email correspondence, greeting visitors, as well as providing assistance and information to enhance our guests experience within the park.
DCNR Ranger (Seasonal) – Caledonia State Park
In this position, you will oversee the park’s landscapes, water bodies, and boundaries to promote public engagement, safeguard visitor well-being, and uphold adherence to park rules along with the relevant criminal and vehicle statutes of the Commonwealth. Your duties will include vigilant observation of the park’s facilities to ensure a secure environment for all guests while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for community interaction. Additionally, you will be tasked with enforcing compliance with established regulations, thereby contributing to the overall safety and enjoyment of the park for all visitors.
DCNR Ranger (Seasonal) – Codorus State Park
In this position, you will oversee the park’s landscapes, water bodies, and boundaries to promote public engagement, safeguard visitor well-being, and uphold adherence to park rules along with the relevant criminal and vehicle statutes of the Commonwealth. Your duties will include vigilant observation of the park’s facilities to ensure a secure environment for all guests while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for community interaction. Additionally, you will be tasked with enforcing compliance with established regulations, thereby contributing to the overall safety and enjoyment of the park for all visitors.
DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) – Caledonia State Park Complex
In the role of a Park Ranger Trainee, you will engage in a comprehensive 12-month training program designed to cultivate essential skills and techniques related to public interaction and customer service, contemporary developments and challenges in outdoor recreation and conservation, foundational conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, as well as departmental policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and law enforcement, all aimed at equipping you to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of a DCNR Ranger.
DCNR Ranger Trainee (Seasonal) – Codorus State Park
In the role of a Park Ranger Trainee, you will engage in a comprehensive 12-month training program designed to cultivate essential skills and techniques related to public interaction and customer service, contemporary developments and challenges in outdoor recreation and conservation, foundational conservation principles, environmental education, public safety, as well as departmental policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and law enforcement, all aimed at equipping you to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of a DCNR Ranger.
Director, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation
This role represents a senior management position tasked with overseeing the operations of the Bureau of Recreation and Conservation within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The primary objective of this position is to further the mission, vision, and strategic goals of DCNR through close collaboration with the Executive Staff. The director plays a pivotal role in fostering statewide partnerships and engaging in landscape initiatives, including heritage areas, the Highlands Act, and land conservation collaborations.
Food Service and Hospitality
In this position, you will be responsible for preparing the dining area for meals by arranging tables, laying out tablecloths, and setting up tableware and condiments. You will assist the cook with food preparation and serve meals, coffee, and refreshments to guests using the Mansion and Training Center at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center.
Forest Resilience Program Specialist (Forest Program Specialist)
In this position at the PA DCNR, you will oversee and direct the Bureau’s private forest resiliency initiative, which aims to enhance forest resilience on private lands in Pennsylvania through expert guidance, leadership, technical support, and policy formulation. Work involves addressing various challenges faced by forests, including climate change, invasive species, and other disturbances, while also focusing on programs and markets for ecosystem products and services, such as forest carbon.
Forest Resilience Program Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)
In this PA DCNR position, you will oversee and direct the Bureau’s private forest resiliency initiative, which aims to enhance forest resilience on private lands in Pennsylvania through expert guidance, leadership, technical support, and policy formulation. Work involves addressing various challenges faced by forests, including climate change, invasive species, and other disturbances, while also focusing on programs and markets for ecosystem products and services, such as forest carbon.
GIS Technician
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is seeking a GIS Technician responsible for GIS analyses, maps, and products that play a crucial role in protecting, managing, and advocating for the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. The technician’s work will support multiple GIS-based projects across different departments within the organization. Most tasks will be completed using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, but experience with the full ESRI suite and supporting software is desired.
Head Cook
The Head Cook position at King’s Gap Mansion is an exciting and dynamic lead role that is not just about cooking. In this capacity, you will expertly perform and oversee a variety of tasks in both housekeeping and food services, showcasing your skills and leadership abilities.
Human Dimensions Specialist (Forest Program Specialist)
In the DCNR role of a Human Dimensions Specialist, you will use your expertise in social science and human dimensions to further the goals of the Bureau’s Rural & Community Forestry (RCF) Section, which focuses on forestry, tree canopy, and restoration on private forests and in communities. This position assists the RCF section with understanding peoples’ values and how people make decisions about natural resources and their management (in both rural and urban settings). You will have the opportunity to help program areas make the necessary connections and communications that will best motivate people towards appropriate and sustainable actions related to the natural resources under their care or in their communities.
Human Dimensions Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)
In the DCNR role of a Human Dimensions Specialist, you will use your expertise in social science and human dimensions to further the goals of the Bureau’s Rural & Community Forestry (RCF) Section, which focuses on forestry, tree canopy, and restoration on private forests and in communities. This position assists the RCF section with understanding peoples’ values and how people make decisions about natural resources and their management (in both rural and urban settings). You will have the opportunity to help program areas make the necessary connections and communications that will best motivate people towards appropriate and sustainable actions related to the natural resources under their care or in their communities.
Lifeguard (Seasonal) – Caledonia State Park
Working as a Lifeguard at Caledonia State Park involves patrolling, observing, and monitoring visitor activity at swimming areas. You will need to recognize when swimmers are in distress and be able to rescue them using accepted lifesaving techniques. Additionally, you will be expected to utilize first aid, artificial respiration, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Inspection of buoys, ropes, first aid equipment and supplies, and other safety equipment will also be one of your duties.
Lifeguard (Seasonal) – Codorus State Park
Working as a Lifeguard at Codorus State Park involves patrolling, observing, and monitoring visitor activity at swimming areas. You will need to recognize when swimmers are in distress and be able to rescue them using accepted lifesaving techniques. Additionally, you will be expected to utilize first aid, artificial respiration, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Inspection of buoys, ropes, first aid equipment and supplies, and other safety equipment will also be one of your duties.
Park Maintenance Worker (Seasonal) – Gifford Pinchot State Park
In this position you will perform custodial duties, turf management, and both light and heavy manual labor. Your primary responsibilities will include cleaning and maintaining multiple restroom and shower house facilities in the day use areas and campground area and performing routine litter pickup. Turf and landscape management are the other major duties of this position and include mowing, trimming, chainsaw/cutting work, invasive plant management, and site preparation and seeding.
Park Resource Ranger, DCNR
In this capacity, you will undertake a seasonal non-law enforcement role focused on public interaction, service, and safety. Your responsibilities will include offering visitors information about the programs, resources, facilities, and activities accessible at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center, along with other state parks or forests. Additionally, you will communicate and oversee visitor adherence to park regulations and rules governing the use of Bureau of State Park lands.
Seasonal Land Stewardship Technician (Central PA)
The Land Stewardship Technician will report to the Land Stewardship Coordinator and will monitor and maintain the boundary lines of the lands conserved for the Appalachian Trail, called the A.T. corridor. This involves hiking off-trail through mountainous forests, clearing vegetation with loppers, putting up boundary signs, repainting blazes on trees, finding survey markers, and recording data. This role will work with other Land Stewardship Technicians to ensure that the Appalachian Trail is protected by a well-marked boundary line and that any violations are promptly found and resolved.
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Other resources:
Commonwealth of PA Job Postings
Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts Job Postings