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Forest Society Careers
The Forest Society offers rewarding career opportunities for those who want to help save New Hampshire's landscapes and preserve its quality of life.
We do not have any active job postings at this time.
We are currently accepting applications for the following position(s):
Conservation Center Floodplain Ranger
The non-profit Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests seeks an enthusiastic, motivated, and exceptionally accurate and organized individual for the position of Membership Coordinator. The successful candidate will be proficient with database/development software (preferably Raiser’s Edge), Microsoft Word and Excel, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong interest in conservation, and a BA/BS degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This is a full-time permanent position based at the Conservation Center in Concord. The Membership Coordinator assists with membership and development project initiatives and administration, is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the donor database, and utilizes the database to retrieve information and data files to support the work of the department. The position requires occasional evening and weekend work.
The Forest Society consistently ranks among the nation's top land trusts and has been a leader in setting the standard for American land protection. If you enjoy working both independently and in a cooperative team-approach in a challenging, at times fast-paced, but always rewarding setting you may be the right person for this position.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and skills. The Forest Society offers an excellent benefits package and an extraordinary office environment in our award-winning, energy-efficient suite of office buildings overlooking the adjacent Merrimack River Conservation Area.
If you’re interested in becoming a member of the dedicated Forest Society staff, email a resume and cover letter by April 24, 2009 to
Margaret Liszka, Membership Director
The Forest Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
No phone calls please.
Location
Conservation Center, East Concord, NH
Reports to
Conservation Center Property Manager
Position Description and Objectives
The position assists the Conservation Center Property Manager in stewardship and monitoring of recreational use on the Merrimack River Outdoor Education and Conservation Area. The position also works to inform the public of the intended uses of the property.
Duties
- Random monitoring of floodplain trail system and parking areas in variable weather conditions
- Forest Society Policy enforcement, including but not limited to:
- "Leave No Trace" Ethics Enforcement
- "No Wheeled Vehicles" Policy Enforcement
- "No Smoking" Policy Enforcement
- "Pet Waste Disposal" Policy Enforcement
- Assist in development and implementation of interpretive education of the property
- Learn and disseminate history of the Forest Society and ecology of the Merrimack River Outdoor Education and Conservation Area, including guided tours
- Coordinate efforts with Floodplain Monitors program
- Perform maintenance and some work with hand tools
- Other land management duties as deemed necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Ecology, Geography, Biology, Recreation, Education, law enforcement or other related field
- Highly motivated individual with an outgoing personality, strong public communication skills, and outdoor skills. Basic carpentry skills are a plus
- Exhibits good judgment, self-confidence and common sense
- Must demonstrate competency using and maintaining hand tools and power tools
- Valid NH Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and a working cell phone
Hours
- Flexible part-time schedule
- ~30 hours per week; days, evenings, and weekends
- May through September
- $10-$12/hour may be available contingent on funding
How to Apply
Send resume and cover letter to
Conservation Center Floodplain Ranger
Ann McCoy
SPNHF
54 Portsmouth St
Concord, NH 03301
Specific questions may be directed to Jason Teaster,  .
The Forest Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
If you're interested in volunteering with the Forest Society, click here for more information.
We are proud to maintain a personnel policy based upon the individual qualification, merits and achievements of people. All decisions to recruit, hire, promote and release from employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disabilities or veteran status.
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