Careers with our Affiliates

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The National Wildlife Federation's state and territorial affiliates form the backbone of the Federation. Our 52 affiliate partners are leaders on state and local conservation efforts, employing dedicated conservationists who are making real strides in protecting our natural resources. Explore the opportunities below to work for an affiliate organization and join the Federation family.

Delaware Nature Society


Teacher Naturalist

Delaware

Teacher Naturalists assist in delivery of environmental, agricultural and cultural education lessons for children, adults and families from schools, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, community and recreation centers, faith-based groups, professional organizations, other groups, and the general public. Lessons may include field studies, outreach, overnights and extended days, seasonal programs, summer camps, or other activities and may be held inside or outdoors in all weather conditions. Scheduling is highly flexible and can include weekdays, weekends, daytime or evening hours throughout the year. There is no minimum hour requirement and hours will vary seasonally. Training is provided.

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Georgia Wildlife Federation


R3 Coordinator

Covington, Georgia

This position will lead hunter and target shooter recruitment, retention and reactivation (R3) efforts that are consistent with the Georgia R3 Action Plan. The coordinator will keep the Plan up to date and available for broad consumption and use. Coordinator will work with the partners of the Georgia R3 Initiative (Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia Chapter of Safari Club International, Ducks Unlimited, and the National Wild Turkey Federation) and all stakeholders to develop innovative goals, set clear objectives and achieve measurable results. The coordinator will serve as the main point of contact for all stakeholders and direct efforts to expand the success of R3 programs.

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Natural Resources Council of Maine


Senior Director of Finance & Operations

Augusta, Maine

As part of the senior leadership team, this position is responsible for ensuring that NRCM’s and NRCM’s Action Fund finances and operations systems are sound, efficient, effective, and aligned with NRCM’s strategic goals. Responsibilities include finance (budget development and management, forecasting, long-term financial planning), Human Resources (policies, personnel, labor management, work culture, benefits administration, DEI initiatives), physical and digital infrastructure, and nonprofit administration (tax-exempt status, solicitation licenses, state and federal reporting).

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Senior Director of Philanthropy

Augusta, Maine

The Senior Director of Philanthropy is a key leadership role responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support NRCM’s mission and goals. This position manages all aspects of revenue generation for NRCM, including foundation and corporate support, planned giving, major gifts programs, and membership recruitment and retention. The individual will be a champion for NRCM’s role as Maine’s leading advocacy organization working to protect Maine’s environment. The individual also serves as a member of the senior leadership team that sets policies and provides leadership capacity for NRCM’s annual budget, management, and planning processes.

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North Carolina Wildlife Federation


Vice President of Government Relations

Raleigh, North Carolina

The North Carolina Wildlife Federation (NCWF) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Government Relations. This individual will oversee policy and government relations strategy, ensuring that wildlife conservation is supported and advanced through federal, state and local policy, regulations, and management actions. The Vice President will engage with both grasstops leaders and grassroots communities to effect positive change for wildlife and environmental conservation. This position is responsible for creating and executing advocacy campaign strategies through outreach, communications, and engagement with NCWF activists and community volunteers.

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Southeast Alaska Conservation Council


State Campaigns Manager

Juneau, Alaska

The Southeast Alaska Conservation Council (SEACC) is seeking a State Campaigns Manager to coordinate and lead state level conservation work. The State Campaigns Manager reports to the Executive Director and manages SEACC’s work on all Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Natural Resources regulations and processes and tracks proposed state legislation. The State Campaigns Manager will work closely and collaboratively with other campaign and communications staff at SEACC to accomplish our goals.

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Tennessee Wildlife Federation


Forest Conservation Manager

West Tennessee

Tennessee Wildlife Federation seeks a dynamic individual to join its habitat conservation team as a remote employee based out of West Tennessee. This full time positon will be hands on in the field creating forest management plans as outlined in the RCPP grant establishing this positon. Forest and grassland management plans will support wildlife habitat, sequester carbon, reduce wind and water erosion, and build forest health and resilience by reducing the risk of habitat loss.

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Texas Conservation Alliance


Executive Director

Texas

The Executive Director serves as the CEO of the organization, overseeing all aspects of programs, administration, and fundraising. The position requires extensive knowledge of Texas wildlife conservation challenges and state and local advocacy and policy issues, particularly related to protecting water resources and wildlife habitats. The preferred candidate will show success in fund development including securing grants; knowledge of organizational management and budgeting; and experience in public relations, conservation advocacy, and building partnerships and coalitions with a broad range of interests.

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More than one-third of U.S. fish and wildlife species are at risk of extinction in the coming decades. We're on the ground in seven regions across the country, collaborating with 52 state and territory affiliates to reverse the crisis and ensure wildlife thrive.

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