National Forest Foundation (NFF) is pleased to offer an Exempt, Full-time position that coordinates outgoing service contracts, purchases, and other similar actions to advance conservation investments nationwide. 

About the NFF: As the official national partner to the US Forest Service (USFS), the National Forest Foundation was chartered by Congress in 1993. 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, 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 Contracts and Procurement Associate Coordinator reports to the Contracts and Procurement Attorney. The incumbent works closely with Conservation Awards and program staff to coordinate the procurement of services and goods for conservation activities through contract management and administration. This position supports NFF contracting and procurement policies while ensuring compliance with funding terms and conditions, 2 CFR 200 compliance and compliance with internal policies and procedures throughout the contracting lifecycle. General responsibilities also include partnering closely with internal teams to review and understand the contractual requirements from RFP to contract execution, serving as an important point of contact for the field team, and offering solutions to mitigate contractual risk.

Position Duties and Responsibilities: The Contracts and Procurement Associate Coordinator operates with a moderate degree of oversight to:

• Work with staff leads to develop procurement strategies for pending solicitations and assist in the development and review of requests for proposals and requests for quotes. 
• Review contract/amendment language for consistency with NFF policies and requirements, and provide input to the appropriate individuals or teams on matters that may require additional review to proactively reduce negative impact on the organization.
• Review and draft contracts/amendments and negotiate proposed changes with project leads and vendors.
• Review and recommend language updates to contract and RFP/RFQ templates.
• Review and finalize procurement documentation for conformance to standards, ensuring accurate records for audit and reporting purposes.
• Serve as a resource to staff and prospective vendors, answering questions and guiding each through defined processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant procurement and contracting policies and procedures. 
• Train and mentor staff on current procurement processes and requirements.

Education and Qualifications: NFF expects the Contracts and Procurement Associate Coordinator to possess the following educational and experiential qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in contract administration and compliance, contract management, procurement and acquisition, or related fields.
• Paralegal certificate or legal contract experience a plus.
• Experience working on large-scale ecological fuel reduction, construction, recreation infrastructure, or habitat improvement projects a plus. 
• Knowledge of natural resource issues and/or the USDA Forest Service preferred. 
• Commitment to the mission of the NFF and a passion for conservation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Abilities and Skills: NFF expects the Contracts and Procurement Associate Coordinator to possess the following proven abilities and skills:

• A strong attention to detail and commitment to process.
• Knowledge and comfort with contracting and procurement using federal and nonfederal funds.
• Meaningful experience with 2 CFR 200, FAR, and other similar/related regulations.
• A working understanding of risk management through performance security, bonding, and insurance.
• Ability to quickly synthesize or translate technical requirements into lay terminology. 
• Ability to balance multiple competing priorities and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to understand the needs of field program staff and balance those with NFF policies and funding agreement requirements.
• Strong customer service, troubleshooting, and creative problem-solving skills.
• A good sense of humor and ability to work well under tight deadlines. 
• Ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner through excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent computer skills, with high proficiency in Microsoft 365
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight and support.
• Willingness to be available to train, mentor, or assist program staff.

Travel: This position requires occasional domestic travel to attend meetings, trainings, convenings, and related events. The travel estimate for this position is up to 5% per year.

Location: The location for this position is flexible throughout the lower 48 states. This position is a remote/work-from-home position and requires reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace.

Compensation: NFF offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our total rewards strategy. The starting salary range for this position is $63,000 to $77,000, with the ability to grow to $91,000 based on performance outcomes over time and assessed annually.

Benefits: NFF is proud to offer our staff: 

Health and Wellness:

• Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents. 
• Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents. 
• Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions between $1,878-$3,750 per year, predicated on coverage type. 
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA). 
• Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost. 

Financial Wellbeing:

• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service. 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost. 
• Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options. 
• Whole life insurance at a discounted rate

Flexibility and time off:

• Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays (annual leave accrual rates increase with years of service) 
• Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid. 

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs  
• Professional development reimbursement for up to $1,000 per year. 

Journey of a Lifetime:

• The opportunity to support an incredible mission. 

To Apply: Applications must include both a cover letter and resume. Incomplete packages will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting will close on March 4, 2026, or earlier if filled. Please visit our careers site to apply online.

The National Forest Foundation is an equal opportunity employer – meaning we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Further, we prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We strive to foster a work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and treated fairly. This statement reflects our unwavering dedication to fairness, respect, and equality in employment practices and sets the foundation for a positive work environment.