Remote Regional Program & Volunteer Operations Specialist

Appalachian Trail Conservancy; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 63,038,976 - 74,500,608; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) match

Job summary

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy seeks a Program Support Specialist to coordinate regional programs, support trail operations, engage volunteers, and administer multi-state grant programs. You will collaborate with regional managers, staff, partners, and communities to plan events, maintain records, and communicate across teams.

Responsibilities include coordinating Trail Crew projects, managing volunteer onboarding, and supporting grant administration and regional operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, nonprofit management, outdoor recreation, natural resource management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience coordinating programs, administrative, operational, or project support in a nonprofit or related environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate volunteers and onboarding logistics, including registration tracking and base camp communication.
• Assist in planning, tracking, and execution of Trail Crew projects and regional meetings.
• Administer license plate grant programs across multiple states, track expenditures and compliance.
• Support budget tracking and prepare internal/external documents for partners and stakeholders.
• Develop effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders including staff, volunteers, and partners.

Skills

Program coordination

Administrative support

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Spreadsheets

Databases

Collaboration platforms

Job description

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy seeks a Program Support Specialist to coordinate regional programs, support trail operations, engage volunteers, and administer multi-state grant programs. You will collaborate with regional managers, staff, partners, and communities to plan events, maintain records, and communicate across teams.

Responsibilities include coordinating Trail Crew projects, managing volunteer onboarding, and supporting grant administration and regional operations.