Who's Hiring? Explore New Nonprofit Jobs During Earth Month

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Collaborative action remains essential in our fight against climate change. When people come together to address the impact we have on the planet, we can all work toward a brighter, more sustainable future. 

In honor of Earth Day, which takes place on April 22 each year, we’re featuring open roles at environmental organizations whose missions are to rally behind local initiatives and reform important policies that can protect our planet. Read on to find a potential job opportunity that allows you to champion sustainability while advancing your career. 

Middlebury Area Land Trust, Middlebury, VT

Middlebury Area Land Trust is a land trust in Addison County that connects people with the lands they protect, offering nearly 30 miles of recreation trail and environmental education programs for the community. They are hiring an Executive Director for an onsite role in Middlebury, VT.

Fairmount Park Conservancy, Philadelphia, PA

The Conservancy's mission is to work as a collaborative partner to lead and support efforts which preserve and improve Fairmount Park to enhance the quality of life and stimulate the economic development of the Greater Philadelphia Region. The Conservancy fulfills its mission by leading signature capital projects and innovative programs throughout Fairmount Park, developing and leveraging resources for the park, and promoting the parks' unique assets and contributions. They are hiring a Landscape Field Technician 1 for a remote role based in Philadelphia, PA.

GRID Alternatives, Remote Role

This nonprofit makes renewable energy technology and job training accessible to low-income communities, providing energy cost savings, valuable hands-on work experience, and a source of clean, local energy that benefits us all. They are hiring a Compliance Manager for a remote role based in the US.

Green City Force, Kings County, NY

Green City Force (GCF) is an AmeriCorps program that engages young adults from New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) communities in national service related to the environment, preparing them for sustainable careers. They are hiring a Senior Farm Operations Manager for an onsite position based in Kings County, NY.

Friends of Mill Ridge Park, Nashville, TN

This nonprofit enhances and advocates for Mill Ridge Park to strengthen the community in Southeast Davidson County, creating access to greenspace and outdoor activities in a community historically lacking parks and outdoor services. They are hiring a Volunteer Coordinator for an onsite role in Nashville, TN.

New York Botanical Garden, New York, NY

It is the New York Botanical Garden’s mission to improve public understanding of the natural world, horticulture, and the relationships between plants and people. To do so, the Garden operates a public garden in which it exhibits and interprets living collections in historical and contemporary settings, in display and demonstration gardens, in its forty-acre forest, and in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. They are hiring an Advancement Operations Specialist for a hybrid role in New York, NY.

Sustainable Harvest International, Remote Role

For the past 25+ years, this organization has provided local, long-term technical assistance, education, and training to rural farming families throughout Central America. Their model equips and empowers low-income farmers with the resources to implement proven alternatives to slash-and-burn agriculture, heal and sustain the land for future generations of farmers, halt tropical deforestation, and develop self-supporting communities through agribusiness. They are hiring a Development Associate for a remote role based in the US.

Appalachian Mountain Club, Boston, MA

Founded in 1876, this nonprofit promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters, and trails of America’s Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. AMC helps people of all ages and abilities explore and develop a deep appreciation of the natural world. They are hiring a Member & Donor Information Specialist for a hybrid role based in Boston, MA.

Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, San Francisco, CA

Established in 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy is the nonprofit partner that supports and assists the Golden Gate National Parks in research, interpretation, and conservation programs. Their mission is to preserve the Golden Gate National Parks, enhance the experiences of park visitors, and build a community dedicated to conserving the parks for the future. They are hiring a Director of Philanthropic Partnerships for a hybrid role based in San Francisco, CA.

Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley, New Market, VA

Working to ensure that the land, water, and community resources of the Shenandoah Valley will be protected for the future, this nonprofit formed in 2018 through a merger of four long-standing Valley organizations. The Alliance staff, directors, and members serve as champions for clean water, thriving communities, and protected rural landscapes, and as a hub for the partnerships needed for conservation work throughout the Shenandoah Valley. They are hiring an Operations Manager for a hybrid role based in New Market, VA.

FarmSTAND, Remote Role

FarmSTAND is the only legal group in the country dedicated solely to taking on Big Agriculture. They partner with directly-impacted groups to fight in courtrooms and communities for better working conditions, humane treatment of animals, clean air and water, and food that’s safe to eat. They are hiring a Digital Communications Associate for a remote role based in the US.

Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy, Saint Paul, MN

For 50 years, we’ve worked in the courts, at the legislature, and with public agencies to enact, strengthen, and enforce smart environmental law. We educate the public about environmental issues and support communities in their fight to protect their environment, especially where people are disproportionately impacted by pollution and social inequities. They are hiring a Water Resource Specialist for a hybrid role based in Saint Paul, MN.