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Join The American Chestnut Foundation in its mission to restore the iconic American chestnut to its native range!

The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) is a nonprofit conservation, education, and scientific organization with 20+ staff members located from Vermont to North Carolina, an 18-member board, and an annual budget of 3 million dollars. Founded in 1983 and based in Asheville, NC, TACF and its 16 state chapters are employing traditional breeding and modern genomics to develop, and ultimately restore, American chestnut populations. TACF is primarily supported by private philanthropy and targeted research funding.

The American chestnut is a symbol for the hope that exists for all threatened species. TACF has played the lead role in rescuing this species through its innovative breeding and genetic research for four decades. TACF’s long-term goal is to create self-sustaining populations, with disease-resistant trees growing stronger in each succeeding generation. TACF is restoring a growing legacy for decades and centuries to come.

Open Postions

Membership Coordinator

The Membership Coordinator reports to the Director of Development and is responsible for overseeing all membership operations and related customer service functions. This position serves as the primary point of contact for membership inquiries and plays a central role in maintaining accurate records, reporting trends, and supporting engagement across TACF’s 16 state chapters.

The Membership Coordinator manages membership data and reporting in TACF’s DonorPerfect (DPO) database, supports membership communications and renewals, and coordinates key annual initiatives, including the Seed Level Membership seed distribution and the wild-type seedling sale. This role works closely with the Development Team to support donor stewardship, data integrity, and membership growth and retention strategies.

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Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via this form. Please include a resume and cover letter. The application deadline is Friday, February 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm Eastern. TACF will acknowledge receipt of all applications. Note that we are not accepting phone inquiries regarding this position, so please do not contact TACF via phone.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TACF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an equal opportunity to all qualified individuals who are seeking employment, and to all current employees. It is the policy of The American Chestnut Foundation to provide equal employment opportunity to all Team Members and applicants for employment and not to engage in discrimination against or harassment of any persons employed or seeking employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer‐related or genetic characteristics), genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services (as defined by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994) as well as state military and naval service. All Team Members, regardless of the classification or position, are considered employed “at-will.” This means employment may be terminated at the will of the Team Member and/or the Company at any time; with or without cause and/or with or without notice. No officer, agent, representative, or Team Member has any authority to enter into any Agreement with any Team Member or applicant for employment on other than on an at-will basis.

TACF is a certified living wage employer dedicated to a just and sustainable economy.