Site Design & Community Engagement Fellow
Quick answer
The Partnership for the National Trails System is hiring a Site Design & Community Engagement Fellow in Austin, Texas to support trail projects, develop partnerships, and promote the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. The position pays $40,000 per year.
- Role
- Site Design & Community Engagement Fellow
- Organization
- El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association
- Location
- Austin, Texas (Remote with in-office hours)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $40,000 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Partnership for the National Trails System is hiring a Site Design and Community Engagement Fellow to work with communities on conceptual site designs for trail projects, develop partnerships, and promote the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail.
What you'll do
- Create conceptual designs for retracement trails and site enhancements.
- Work with local communities to protect trail resources.
- Engage local communities and partners to promote the trail as a community resource and economic asset.
- Foster enhanced relationships with local communities and partners.
- Orchestrate non-federal financial support from city and county governments, local businesses, and the general public.
- Attend in-person and Zoom meetings with various partners and participate in committee meetings.
What it takes
- 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.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (in particular Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with partners of diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
- Strong organizational skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Educational, networking and professional development; travel; health and home office stipend; 11 paid holidays and sick leave
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Austin, Texas, but allows for remote work with required in-office hours.
What is the compensation package?
The Fellow will receive a salary of $40,000 per year and various benefits including educational opportunities, travel, health and home office stipend, 11 paid holidays, and sick leave.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in landscape architecture, urban planning, environmental design or a related field, proficiency in Microsoft Suite, strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to self-motivate and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
How do I apply for this position?
Interested candidates can apply through the provided link: https://forms.gle/m2tfqAR2LSRvGJJd7. Applications should include a resume and cover letter, and indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
What is the deadline for applying?
The application deadline is September 22, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Association's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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