National Forest Foundation (NFF)
is pleased to offer a Exempt, full-time position that will build partnerships and connections to support the development and implementation of conservation projects and programs across New Mexico's National Forests, the centerpiece of the State's public lands.
About the NFF:
As the official national partner to the US Forest Service (USFS), the National Forest Foundation was chartered by Congress in 1990. Today, the NFF advances forest resiliency, healthy watersheds and wildlife habitat, and recreation for all by working with communities and organizations across the country. The Foundation has grown significantly in the last few years in programmatic impact, revenue and support, and organizational capacity. NFF leads with impact, deploying roughly 90% of its expenses towards projects and programs across the country's 193-million-acre National Forest System. NFF is forward-thinking and innovative, with ambitious strategies and goals to advance and prepare forests for a new economy.
Position Function:




The Southern New Mexico Associate Program Manager reports to the New Mexico Program Manager. The incumbent is responsible for developing, implementing and managing conservation programs with the USDA Forest Service, local communities, conservation NGOs, and private sector partners to support NFF strategic initiatives and long-term goals across New Mexico.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
The Southern NM Associate Program Manager is responsible for: Building and developing close and mutually beneficial relationships between the USDA Forest Service (FS), the NFF, and New Mexico field partners to implement effective community-based conservation partnerships.
Strengthening the NFF's ability to support on-the-ground restoration, recreation and community engagement work that benefits communities, conserves natural systems and expands outdoor experiences by developing new partnerships, finding opportunities to share resources, and leveraging

📌 Southern New Mexico Associate Program Manager (Mérida)
🏢 National Forest Foundation
📍 Mérida