Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

This position will work on the Alliance’s Forest Team on a wide range of reforestation, restoration and outreach projects in Pennsylvania. The position requires supervisory experience, strong organizational and time management skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of audiences. This position will initially involve supervising one permanent staff member and a seasonal field crew, extensive fieldwork and outreach including training volunteers, meeting with landowners, and implementing, monitoring, and maintaining tree planting projects. Candidates can expect a fast-paced work environment and substantial fieldwork, so field savviness is essential.  Specific Duties of this Position:  Supervise permanent staff member(s) and a crew of seasonal hires, working closely with Forests Projects Coordinator to ensure that expectations of them are met. Provide direct supervision and oversight of other staff and volunteers as assigned. Coordinate tree planting projects in the field, including landowner contact, plan writing, planting, maintenance, monitoring, and administration. Coordinate project implementation directly with contractors, including communication and assisting throughout the contracting process. Pursue funding that enables the Alliance to meet its Strategic Goals through the Forests Program. Includes leading and/or collaborating in multiple, varied, successful grant proposals and similar programmatic funding efforts. Oversee components of grant budgets and reporting, including payments, invoices, procurement and contracting, reimbursements, and other similar tasks. Coordinate and train volunteers (in large groups and individually) on project sites, may provide on-site direction to seasonal employees and interns as delegated. Participate in and lead various outreach efforts, including presentations, events, and similar activities. Participate in workgroups, collaboratives, and partnerships with other conservation organizations. 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. Support external communications and partnership development. Other Forests Program related tasks, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources management, biology, environmental science, or a relevant field. A Master’s degree may be substituted for 1 year of experience. Candidates with alternative education, but with extensive relevant professional experience, will also be considered. 4+ years relevant professional experience (including any internships) related to this position. Experience serving in a professional supervisory role. Experience in project management and grant writing. Technical knowledge of tree ecology, species identification, forest health assessment, and reforestation practices. Ability to work outside, sometimes in harsh conditions and long days, and occasional weekend work. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of weight. Strong communications skills, internally as part of a team and also with external audiences.  Great time management skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize tasks. Problem-solver, objective decision maker. Supervision: The Forests Projects Manager reports directly to the Associate Forests Program Director. Hours and Location: The Forests Projects Manager is based at the Alliance’s Lancaster, Pennsylvania office. Some evening and weekend work may be required, especially during spring and fall planting seasons. Travel throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed is needed at times with most travel consisting between 30 minutes - 2 hours from the office. The position advertised is exempt, full-time (40 hours per week). Successful applicants will be predominantly required to be on-site at the Lancaster, PA office, with occasional remote work permitted. Wages and Benefits : $60,000 - $66,500 in total wages, commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits include: health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b retirement fund, life insurance, professional development opportunities, vacation, sick, and holiday and other leave, and more. Application: Please email your application (reference your last name and “Forests Projects Manager” in the subject line) to careers@allianceforthebay.org no later than Sunday, January 11, 2026, including: your résumé, a list of 3 professional references, and brief (up to one paragraph) answers to the following questions:   Describe your experience working with landowners, volunteers, natural resources contractors, consultants, federal and state agencies, or other stakeholders in restoration or similar efforts.  Describe how you would lead a field crew to ensure both quality of work and staff well-being.    Describe your experience applying for and managing grants.

This position will work on the Alliance’s Forests Team on a wide range of reforestation, biological monitoring, and outreach projects in Pennsylvania. It will involve extensive fieldwork and outreach including: planting, monitoring, and maintaining tree planting projects; performing biological surveys on birds, insects, and plants; meeting with landowners; and training and overseeing volunteers. The Crew Leader will oversee up to 5 Watershed Conservation Field Technicians in the field and have some additional related administrative responsibilities. Candidates can expect a fast-paced work environment and a roughly 90/10 fieldwork/office work ratio, so field savviness is essential. The position requires strong organizational and time management skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of audiences.  Specific Duties of this Position:  Assist with tree planting projects in the field, including planting, maintenance, and monitoring  Assist with biological surveys for aquatic and terrestrial insects, birds, and plants on restoration sites Assist with water quality monitoring on restoration sites Assist with reforestation logistics, planting supply organization, and tool upkeep  Oversee up to 5 Watershed Conservation Field Technicians in the field Coordinate and train volunteers (in large groups and individually) on project sites  Assist with outreach efforts through writing articles and other mechanisms  Participate in workgroups, collaboratives, and partnerships with other conservation organizations  Assist with project administration  Minimum Qualifications & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources management, biology, environmental science, or a relevant field; or 1+ year relevant professional experience related to the tasks of this position.  Plant identification experience, preferably native and invasive plants of the mid-Atlantic.  Ability to work outside, sometimes independently or with harsh conditions and long days, and occasional weekend work.  Experience leading a crew of field technicians or similar oversight experience. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of weight over uneven terrain Quick learner, well-organized, possess strong attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.  The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay offers a family friendly, flexible work environment. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications of this description, we encourage you to submit an application. Supervision : The Watershed Conservation Field Technician Crew Leader will report directly to the Forests Projects Coordinator.  Hours and Location : The Watershed Conservation Field Technician Crew Leader will be based at the Alliance’s Lancaster, Pennsylvania office. Some evening and weekend work may be required, especially during spring and fall planting seasons. Travel throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed is needed at times with most travel consisting between 30 minutes-2 hours from the office. The position advertised is full-time (40 hours per week). Successful applicants must agree to reside within one hour of the Lancaster office, located at 841 Flory Mill Rd, Lancaster PA 17601. Term of Employment : February 17, 2026 (start date mutually agreed upon between Alliance and successful candidate) through December 15, 2026. While this specific role does not automatically renew, the successful Crew Leader is welcome to apply for any future open positions within the Alliance, including any subsequent Crew Leader role, for which they are qualified. Wages and Benefits : This is a temporary position, salaried, at 40 hours per week. Total compensation for the 10-month term will be $38,500 - $43,800, commensurate with experience. Should the term differ from the posted 10-month period, compensation is adjusted accordingly. Benefits include 60 hours paid vacation leave, 72 hours paid sick leave, and paid holidays (9 during term period). Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage is also available.  Application : Please email your application (reference your last name and “The Watershed Conservation Field Technician Crew Leader” in the subject line) to careers@allianceforthebay.org no later than Sunday, January 11, 2026, including: your résumé, a list of 2 professional references, and brief (up to one paragraph) answers to the following questions:   1) What is your experience in planting vegetation, especially trees?  2) Describe how you would lead a field crew to ensure both quality of work and staff well-being.    3) How do you stay motivated while doing fieldwork, especially in harsh or uncomfortable environmental conditions?

This position will work on the Alliance’s Forests Team on a wide range of reforestation, biological monitoring, and outreach projects in Pennsylvania. It will involve extensive fieldwork and outreach including: planting, monitoring, and maintaining tree planting projects; performing biological surveys on birds, insects, and plants; meeting with landowners; and training and overseeing volunteers. Candidates can expect a fast-paced work environment and a roughly 90/10 fieldwork/office work ratio, so field savviness is essential. The position requires strong organizational and time management skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of audiences.  Specific Duties of this Position:  Assist with tree planting projects in the field, including planting, maintenance, and monitoring  Assist with biological surveys for aquatic and terrestrial insects, birds, and plants on restoration sites Assist with water quality monitoring on restoration sites Assist with reforestation logistics, planting supply organization, and tool upkeep  Coordinate and train volunteers (in large groups and individually) on project sites  Assist with outreach efforts through writing articles and other mechanisms  Participate in workgroups, collaboratives, and partnerships with other conservation organizations  Assist with project administration  Minimum Qualifications & Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in forestry, wildlife biology, natural resources management, biology, environmental science, or a relevant field; or 1+ year relevant professional experience related to the tasks of this position.  Plant identification experience, preferably native and invasive plants of the mid-Atlantic.  Ability to work outside, sometimes independently or with harsh conditions and long days, and occasional weekend work.  Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of weight over uneven terrain Quick learner, well-organized, possess strong attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.  The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay offers a family friendly, flexible work environment. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you meet at least 75% of the qualifications of this description, we encourage you to submit an application. Supervision : The Watershed Conservation Field Technician will report directly to the Forests Projects Coordinator. This position will receive in-field supervision from the Watershed Conservation Field Technician Crew Leader.   Hours and Location : The Watershed Conservation Field Technician will be based at the Alliance’s Lancaster, Pennsylvania office. Some evening and weekend work may be required, especially during spring and fall planting seasons. Travel throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed is needed at times with most travel consisting between 30 minutes-2 hours from the office. The position advertised is full-time (40 hours per week). Successful applicants must agree to reside within one hour of the Lancaster office, located at 841 Flory Mill Rd, Lancaster PA 17601. Term of Employment : February 17, 2026 (start date mutually agreed upon between Alliance and successful candidate) through December 15, 2026. While this specific role does not automatically renew, successful technicians are welcome to apply for any future open positions within the Alliance, including any subsequent field technician roles, for which they are qualified. Wages and Benefits : This is a temporary position, salaried, at 40 hours per week. Total compensation for the 10-month term will be $34,750 - $38,000, commensurate with experience. Should the term differ from the posted 10-month period, compensation is adjusted accordingly. Benefits include 60 hours paid vacation leave, 72 hours paid sick leave, and paid holidays (9 during term period). Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage is also available.  Application : Please email your application (reference your last name and “The Watershed Conservation Field Technician” in the subject line) to careers@allianceforthebay.org no later than Sunday, January 11, 2026, including: your résumé, a list of 2 professional references, and brief (up to one paragraph) answers to the following questions:   1) What is your experience in planting vegetation, especially trees?  2) What is your experience working outdoors?  3) How do you stay motivated while doing fieldwork, especially in harsh or uncomfortable environmental conditions?

Please apply directly on our website:  https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/dc-green-infrastructure-outreach-specialist-apply-by-march-23/ This position will work on the Alliance’s Green Infrastructure team on outreach and community engagement efforts in Washington, DC. This position will involve extensive outreach including organizing community events, meeting with homeowners and other stakeholders, and supporting the implementation of green infrastructure best management practices (BMPs). Work will predominantly support the Alliance’s RiverSmart Homes projects in partnership with the DC Department of Energy and Environment. Some evening and weekend work is required. This is a term position through December 15, 2025. Following review of this position in November / December 2025, this position may conclude, be extended for up to 12 months, or be reestablished as a permanent position through mutual agreement. Specific Duties of this Position: Conduct outreach to homeowners, community groups, and other stakeholders to promote the implementation and maintenance of green infrastructure projects. Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to educate residents on stormwater management and BMPs. Create outreach materials such as emails, fl yers, and more. Plan and coordinate logistics for outreach events, including securing venues, preparing materials, and managing registrations. Represent the Alliance at community fairs, environmental events, and partner meetings. Serve as a point of contact for participants, addressing questions and concerns about green infrastructure projects.

https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/forests-projects-field-specialist/ This position will work on the Alliance’s Forests Team on a wide range of reforestation, restoration and outreach projects in Pennsylvania and Maryland. The position requires strong organizational and time management skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to form strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of audiences. This position will involve extensive fieldwork and outreach including training volunteers, meeting with landowners, and implementing, monitoring, and maintaining tree planting projects. Candidates can expect a fast-paced work environment and a roughly 90/10 fieldwork/office work ratio, so field savviness is essential.

https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/staff-accountant-open-until-filled/ The Staff Accountant is a critical member of the Alliance’s Finance Team, responsible for supporting the organization’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and contributing to overall fiscal health. This position handles day-to-day accounting transactions, financial reporting, and compliance tasks while assisting with more advanced accounting functions such as grant management, budget support, and year-end reconciliation. The role requires strong attention to detail, advanced technical and organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

https://www.allianceforthebay.org/job/soil-health-specialist/ The Soil Health Specialist is a fast-paced full-time position that will work directly with farmers and a broad set of project partners on agriculture conservation, water quality improvement, and climate-smart practices. The Specialist will engage directly with farmers to provide technical guidance for field-based practices aimed at improving the soil health of crop and pasture lands. This position will guide farmers in troubleshooting common obstacles to changing in-field practices and manure management techniques. The Specialist will utilize their field expertise to collaborate with the Alliance’s corporate partners by providing ground-level feedback on the development of climate-focused programming. This position will work under the supervision of the Senior Agriculture Projects Manager to help advance the Alliance Agriculture Program’s implementation of conservation practices that promote improved soil health, water quality, and climate resilience throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The position will participate in, develop, and/or lead farmer and partner relations, internal team learning, project management, grant applications, partnership development with corporate and nonprofit partners, and programmatic and financial reporting. Substantial fieldwork is necessary, and, thus, field-savviness is integral to this position.