Regional Representative (South Dakota)

Forever, Inc; Pierre (SD); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop

Phone stipend

Mileage reimbursement

Expense card

Job summary

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever seeks a South Dakota Regional Representative to lead and energize local chapters and volunteers, driving conservation impact and membership growth across a wide geography. You will strengthen networks, elevate fundraising efforts, and coordinate with development staff to cultivate donors and partners.

This is a people-first, impact-focused role requiring travel within South Dakota, strong relationship-building, and a deep commitment to the mission and model of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, marketing, wildlife conservation, education, or a related field.
• Experience of collaborating with volunteers, nonprofit boards, or grassroots campaigns preferred.
• Deep understanding of PF & QF’s mission and model.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — you’re a connector and a motivator.
• Organized and self-driven, able to manage multiple projects across a broad geography.
• Comfortable using technology to support day-to-day work, troubleshoot issues for chapters, and clearly explain systems and processes to volunteers.
• Passion for conservation, the uplands, and the hunting community.
• Willingness to travel frequently within South Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Support and inspire PF & QF chapters to grow membership, support state and national programs, and deliver local habitat, education, and outreach efforts.
• Help chapters plan and execute impactful and innovative fundraising events.
• Launch new chapters and reinvigorate existing ones by developing strong volunteer leadership teams.
• Keep chapter leaders engaged through regular, motivational communication.
• Coordinate with Development staff to cultivate donors and partners.
• Organize and lead regional and statewide chapter meetings.
• Collaborate with peers across departments to deliver a unified conservation message to our volunteer base.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Application Closing Date: Open until filled

Anticipated Start Date: September 2026

Location: Remote within South Dakota

Salary Range: $59,000 – $65,000

About Us

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever is the nation's leading upland wildlife habitat conservation organization. Driven by a powerful grassroots model, we empower local volunteers to deliver meaningful, on-the-ground conservation - for wildlife, for hunting heritage, and for the landscapes we love.

Whether it’s building habitat, expanding public access, advocating for conservation, or are passionate about the upland conservation community, we operate where conservation and community meet. If you thrive on bringing people together to make a difference — then you belong with us.

About the Role

As the South Dakota Regional Representative, you’ll be the face of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever in a region steeped in upland tradition. You’ll strengthen and grow a dynamic network of local chapters and volunteers dedicated to creating lasting conservation impact in their communities and beyond. You’ll lead the charge in:

• Supporting and energizing chapter leaders
• Elevating local fundraising events
• Growing membership and mission delivery

This is a people-first, impact-focused role for someone who understands that conservation success starts with strong relationships — and that our Mission is strategic and unwavering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and inspire PF & QF chapters to grow membership, support state and national programs, and deliver local habitat, education, and outreach efforts.
• Help chapters plan and execute impactful and innovative fundraising events.
• Launch new chapters and reinvigorate existing ones by developing strong volunteer leadership teams.
• Keep chapter leaders engaged through regular, motivational communication.
• Coordinate with Development staff to cultivate donors and partners.
• Organize and lead regional and statewide chapter meetings.

• Collaborate with peers across departments to deliver a unified conservation message to our volunteer base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, marketing, wildlife conservation, education, or a related field
• Experience of collaborating with volunteers, nonprofit boards, or grassroots campaigns preferred.
• Deep understanding of QF & PF’s mission and model
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — you’re a connector and a motivator
• Organized and self-driven, able to manage multiple projects across a broad geography.
• Comfortable using technology to support day-to-day work, troubleshoot issues for chapters, and clearly explain systems and processes to volunteers.
• Passion for conservation, the uplands, and the hunting community
• Willingness to travel frequently within South Dakota

Perks & Benefits

• Salary: $59,000 – $65,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits: Full benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Learn more: https://www.pheasantsforever.org/jobs
• Location: Remote, based in South Dakota; Pierre area preferred but not required.
• Tools Provided: Laptop, phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, expense card.

Questions

Contact Matt Christensen, PF/QF Director of Chapter & Volunteer Services, at [e-mail].

Pheasants Forever is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including but not limited to selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.