Chesapeake Conservancy, Inc.
Project Coordinator/Geospatial Analyst
Chesapeake Conservancy, Inc., Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Details
Job Location:
Office at Susquehanna University - Selinsgrove, PA 17870 Salary Range:
$58,000.00 - $65,000.00 Job Category:
Chesapeake Tributaries This is a hybrid position based out of either our Annapolis, MD or Selinsgrove, PA offices depending on the candidates’ preference. The job scope will require occasional on‑site visits with partners throughout MD and PA (6-12 per year) with paid travel. In‑person meetings at our offices are required (1 per month). The applicant must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and have access to reliable transportation. The remaining days of the week, the successful candidate can choose to work from home or report to the office. Background: Chesapeake Conservancy is a non‑profit organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. Our mission is to conserve and restore the natural and cultural resources of the Chesapeake Bay watershed for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations. We serve as a catalyst for change, advancing strong public and private partnerships, developing and using new technology and empowering environmental stewardship. Our Chesapeake Tributaries Initiative is a community‑driven approach to achieve measurable, near‑term conservation outcomes for local creeks and streams in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Primary Responsibility:
This project coordinator/geospatial analyst will support the Conservancy’s Chesapeake Tributaries Initiative. The program’s focus is improving local water quality and wildlife habitat. The incumbent will use a data‑driven common agenda to support collaboration among local and regional nonprofits, engineering and contracting firms, and county, state, and federal government agencies toward achieving common environmental goals. The project coordinator/geospatial analyst will work directly with the Conservancy’s Conservation Innovation Center to create GIS‑based analyses and tools to advance these efforts. This position is a new role at Chesapeake Conservancy and provides opportunities for growth with additional duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Coordination:
Working within an existing network of environmental restoration professionals, the primary role of this position is to provide technical coordination of restoration, monitoring, and related activities. The project coordinator will work directly with partners to document and manage data related to landowner outreach, habitat restoration and water quality and use this information to support decision‑making that improves coordination for future efforts. Partnership Development:
Partner relationships are an important component of this position. The incumbent will attend and facilitate meetings, and regularly interact and communicate with current and prospective partners. They will engage in public speaking, make presentations, and represent the Conservancy in key meetings and events. Science Delivery:
The Coordinator will support the Conservancy’s Conservation Innovation Center to deliver newly created high‑resolution GIS data to on‑the‑ground partners and identify and document the ways partners are utilizing this data. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and delivering user‑friendly tools that address user‑defined needs including online spreadsheets, maps, and ArcGIS online web maps and apps. The incumbent will also support efforts to expand GIS‑based prioritization and implementation strategies established within PA throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Additional Responsibilities:
This position will be required to attend regular staff meetings, maintain regular communication with the program director and other Conservancy staff, and provide input on grant reporting and outreach material development. Qualifications
Required: A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, agricultural science, environmental resource management, natural resource management, environmental policy, biology, ecology or a related field with specialized coursework in GIS analysis. 1-3 years experience coordinating with multiple organizations, building trust and rapport, and maintaining positive, continuous communication. Demonstrated proficiency in data management and delivery using Microsoft Office and Google Drive as well as Esri’s ArcGIS Desktop, ArcPro, and ArcOnline mapping/Experience Builder. Demonstrated initiative to advance project objectives and ability to work independently, create and implement work plans, and manage timelines to ensure grant deliverables and deadlines are met. Strong written and oral communication skills and comfort with communicating to both technical and non‑technical material effectively to a wide variety of audiences. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage and track workflows integrating programmatic, technical, and financial colleagues. Understanding of environmental restoration efforts and monitoring related to water quality and wildlife habitat.
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Job Location:
Office at Susquehanna University - Selinsgrove, PA 17870 Salary Range:
$58,000.00 - $65,000.00 Job Category:
Chesapeake Tributaries This is a hybrid position based out of either our Annapolis, MD or Selinsgrove, PA offices depending on the candidates’ preference. The job scope will require occasional on‑site visits with partners throughout MD and PA (6-12 per year) with paid travel. In‑person meetings at our offices are required (1 per month). The applicant must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and have access to reliable transportation. The remaining days of the week, the successful candidate can choose to work from home or report to the office. Background: Chesapeake Conservancy is a non‑profit organization based in Annapolis, Maryland. Our mission is to conserve and restore the natural and cultural resources of the Chesapeake Bay watershed for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations. We serve as a catalyst for change, advancing strong public and private partnerships, developing and using new technology and empowering environmental stewardship. Our Chesapeake Tributaries Initiative is a community‑driven approach to achieve measurable, near‑term conservation outcomes for local creeks and streams in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Primary Responsibility:
This project coordinator/geospatial analyst will support the Conservancy’s Chesapeake Tributaries Initiative. The program’s focus is improving local water quality and wildlife habitat. The incumbent will use a data‑driven common agenda to support collaboration among local and regional nonprofits, engineering and contracting firms, and county, state, and federal government agencies toward achieving common environmental goals. The project coordinator/geospatial analyst will work directly with the Conservancy’s Conservation Innovation Center to create GIS‑based analyses and tools to advance these efforts. This position is a new role at Chesapeake Conservancy and provides opportunities for growth with additional duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Coordination:
Working within an existing network of environmental restoration professionals, the primary role of this position is to provide technical coordination of restoration, monitoring, and related activities. The project coordinator will work directly with partners to document and manage data related to landowner outreach, habitat restoration and water quality and use this information to support decision‑making that improves coordination for future efforts. Partnership Development:
Partner relationships are an important component of this position. The incumbent will attend and facilitate meetings, and regularly interact and communicate with current and prospective partners. They will engage in public speaking, make presentations, and represent the Conservancy in key meetings and events. Science Delivery:
The Coordinator will support the Conservancy’s Conservation Innovation Center to deliver newly created high‑resolution GIS data to on‑the‑ground partners and identify and document the ways partners are utilizing this data. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and delivering user‑friendly tools that address user‑defined needs including online spreadsheets, maps, and ArcGIS online web maps and apps. The incumbent will also support efforts to expand GIS‑based prioritization and implementation strategies established within PA throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Additional Responsibilities:
This position will be required to attend regular staff meetings, maintain regular communication with the program director and other Conservancy staff, and provide input on grant reporting and outreach material development. Qualifications
Required: A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, agricultural science, environmental resource management, natural resource management, environmental policy, biology, ecology or a related field with specialized coursework in GIS analysis. 1-3 years experience coordinating with multiple organizations, building trust and rapport, and maintaining positive, continuous communication. Demonstrated proficiency in data management and delivery using Microsoft Office and Google Drive as well as Esri’s ArcGIS Desktop, ArcPro, and ArcOnline mapping/Experience Builder. Demonstrated initiative to advance project objectives and ability to work independently, create and implement work plans, and manage timelines to ensure grant deliverables and deadlines are met. Strong written and oral communication skills and comfort with communicating to both technical and non‑technical material effectively to a wide variety of audiences. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage and track workflows integrating programmatic, technical, and financial colleagues. Understanding of environmental restoration efforts and monitoring related to water quality and wildlife habitat.
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