Partnership for the National Trails System (PNTS) is hiring a Site Design and Community Engagement Fellow to work with communities on conceptual site designs for trail projects, and to develop and foster partnerships with local entities and individuals, building capacity for trail initiatives by bringing in human and financial resources, while implementing strategic priorities with El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association (ElCaT).

Location: Austin, Texas

The Site Design and Community Engagement Fellow will:

• • Support on-the-ground trail projects at select sites along the El Camino Real NHT
  • Work with ElCaT, partners and stakeholders to create conceptual designs for retracement trails and/or site enhancements, which will lead to physical trail developments

• Work with local communities and partners to protect trail resources
• Engage local communities and partners to promote the trail as a community resource and economic asset
• Orchestrate non-federal financial support from city and county governments, local businesses, and the general public. 
• Raise awareness about the significance of this National Historic Trail, while promoting its protection and development as a historic and economic resource.

This Fellowship position is for individuals that want to make an impact in trail development and protection, historic preservation, community engagement and education as well as build skills in landscape architecture, fundraising, graphic design, communications, and nonprofit 

Qualifications and Preferred Skills:

• Undergraduate degree in landscape architecture, urban planning, environmental design or a closely related field.
• Enthusiasm and strong interest in preserving and protecting history and trails.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and possess the ability to work with partners of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
• Ability to travel to ElCaT events and trail sites.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to meet deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $40,000 for 1 year Fellowship
• $3,600 healthcare and home office stipend
• Educational opportunities including training in advocacy and policy, effective communications, and trail protection
• Opportunities to connect with a broad network of public lands and historic preservation professionals
• Opportunity to travel to ElCaT and PNTS events 
• 11 paid holidays per year