In 1977, the first seeds were sown for Wild Ones, which today is a nationally recognized, membership-based non-profit organization that supports the grassroots efforts of 100+ nationwide Wild Ones chapters and represents thousands of active members.
Wild Ones has a lean and efficient national office located in the Fox Valley of Wisconsin that leads the organization in planning, advocacy, and policy guidance. The national office also complements the efforts of local members and chapters by
- providing quality, online learning opportunities open to the public featuring experts in the native plant movement,
- producing free, ecoregion-specific, native garden design templates to help people start their first native garden,
- awarding “Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education” grants that engage youth in planning, planting, and caring for educational natural landscapes,
- publishing a quarterly, award-winning journal featuring valuable native plant information
- and providing administrative resources and support to chapters.
Join our staff and be a part of a mission-focused team of professionals committed to promoting the use of environmentally sound native landscaping practices!
Open Opportunities
If you are interested in working with Wild Ones, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interests to [email protected]. Qualified candidates will be contacted as opportunities become available.
Marketing and Communications Director
Posted 3/27/2026
The Marketing and Communications Director is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies that support organizational growth and mission alignment. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position oversees brand management, strategic communications, and digital initiatives, ensuring consistent messaging and a strong national presence. The Marketing Director provides marketing support to chapters, leads digital strategy and technology enhancements, and collaborates across departments to maximize outreach, engagement, and impact.
See the full Marketing and Communications Director job description here.
Applications, including a resume and cover letter, must be submitted to [email protected]
Full Stack Web Developer
Posted 1/20/2026
The Full-Stack Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Wild Ones web properties and systems. Current tech environment includes WordPress multisite, hosted on a WHM/cPanel server, utilizing custom themes and plugins. This role supports organizational goals by building reliable, secure, and accessible web experiences; integrating third-party platforms (such as membership, donation, and email tools); and optimizing site performance, SEO, and user pathways to drive engagement and conversions.
See the entire Full Stack Web Developer job description here.
Applications, including a resume and cover letter, must be submitted to [email protected].
Chapter & Member Services Director
Posted 3/2/2026
The Member & Chapter Services Director is responsible for overseeing all member- and chapter-facing services to ensure consistent, high-quality experience across the organization. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position provides strategic direction and operational leadership for chapter support, member services, and administrative functions. The Director leads Chapter Liaisons, the Member Service Desk, and Administrative Assistant(s), while strengthening systems, processes, and staff capacity that support membership growth, retention, and chapter health. This role collaborates closely across departments to ensure member and chapter needs are fully integrated into organizational planning and decision-making.
See the full Wild Ones is Hiring a Chapter & Member Services Director job description here.
Applications, including a resume and cover letter, must be submitted to [email protected].