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Employment opportunities that make a difference for Wisconsin

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin provides sustainable funding for Wisconsin’s most imperiled species and public lands, while connecting generations to the wonders of Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife through conservation, education, engagement and giving. Our employment opportunities offer you a chance to work with us to protect and restore Wisconsin’s native landscapes and imperiled wildlife species, and connect people to our state’s natural heritage.

Current Employment Opportunities

Administrative Assistant

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team at NRF. The Administrative Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to NRF’s Executive Director & Board of Directors (BOD). This position will assist with scheduling and travel arrangements and will manage all logistics for board, committee, and staff meetings. This role will also offer general office support and is best suited to someone who is highly organized, tactful, and meticulous. Someone who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment and has a strong sense of initiative to play a critical role in supporting the administrative work of our organization will thrive in this position.

For best consideration please apply no later than December 29, 2025.

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The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity employer. 

We are committed to making it possible for all Wisconsinites to connect with nature through outdoor experiences, and building a more accessible, diverse, and equitable conservation field in Wisconsin – starting with our own board, staff, and community of supporters and grantees.

We believe that conservation that truly values and empowers a diversity of voices, perspectives, and approaches will be better for both people and the planet. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply.

Shari Henning

Shari Henning

Administrative Director

(608) 409-3114
Sharil.Henning@WisConservation.org

Shari Henning (she/her) works to ensure NRF’s operational processes are running smoothly. Her main duties include human resources and benefits management, IT administration, endowment administration, assisting with implementing strategies to improve productivity, and building an enjoyable organizational culture.

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