The James River Association (JRA) is a non-profit organization on a mission to protect the James River and connect people to it. Discover how the James River Association is fighting to understand the underlying causes and secure a future for these struggling populations. Overview:JRA is excited to announce an opening for an Assistant Director of Coastal Restoration. Assist with living shoreline plantings, tree plantings, and other restoration events in the Lower James watershed. A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel throughout the James River watershed, particularly within the Lower James region.