Seasonal Ranger - Bartholomew's Cobble

The Trustees of Reservations; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking conservation organization as a Seasonal Ranger! In this part-time role, you'll engage with visitors at a stunning natural site, sharing knowledge about ecology and history while ensuring a welcoming experience. Your contributions will help protect and preserve beautiful landscapes for future generations. If you have a passion for nature and community engagement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the outdoors. Be part of a mission that values diversity and inclusion, and help foster a love for nature in others.

Benefits

Sick Time: MA Sick Time Accrual

Free and discounted admission to museums

Discounted event tickets

Discounted merchandise at stores

Free entry to all Trustees properties

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of natural history and ecology is essential.
• Excellent customer service skills are required for visitor interactions.

Responsibilities

• Greet and educate visitors about the properties and their history.
• Maintain clean facilities and assist with events and programs.

Skills

Knowledge of natural history/ecology

Customer service skills

Ability to lead nature-based education programs

Professional connections in the local community

Familiarity with Bartholomew’s Cobble

Job description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts' premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts for public use and enjoyment. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on over 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org.

Posting Information:

Salary/Hourly Rate: $17- $19 per hour

Hours per week: 28

Job Classification: Seasonal

Job Type: On-site

Duration: April 1, 2025 to September 2, 2025

Location: Bartholomew's Cobble, Sheffield, MA, 01257

What You’ll Do:

Your Impact:

Ready to work each day amidst rocky knolls and wildflowers? As the Seasonal Ranger at Bartholomew's Cobble, you will contribute to the Trustees’ mission by caring for this beautiful, special place and fostering an experience that visitors will remember for years to come.

The Role:

The Seasonal Ranger is a seasonal, part-time position at Bartholomew’s Cobble and is primarily responsible for greeting and educating visitors and providing site-related materials. The Ranger may also be responsible for leading occasional guided walks and programs and assisting with special events. The incumbent also performs general cleaning and/or maintenance of the ranger station, trails, and parking lots. This is a part-time position requiring a commitment of 28 hours per week beginning in April until Labor Day, Thurs-Sun.

Specifically, you’ll:

• Greet visitors in a welcoming manner and answer questions about The Trustees of Reservations and the history, geology, and ecology of the properties.
• Educate visitors about The Trustees mission and encourage them to become active members.
• Direct visitors to membership brochures and distribute flyers to the public and on bulletin boards.
• Enforce rules and regulations of assigned properties.
• Perform tasks safely and in accordance with The Trustees’ safety manual.
• Behave in a professional manner with colleagues, property visitors, and volunteers.
• Collect admission and/or program fees and sell memberships and permits.
• Keep both financial and visitation records and submit weekly reports by email.
• Maintain clean facilities, parking lots, and picnic areas.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and maintenance needs to the Stewardship Manager.
• Occasionally work with volunteer groups for clean-up trail days.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

This is a seasonal non-exempt position working 28 hours per week reporting directly to the Regional Engagement Manager.

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of natural history/ecology.
• Professional connections in the local community.
• Proven ability to create and lead nature-based education programs for families.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Familiarity with Bartholomew’s Cobble and the surrounding area.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as required.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Don’t quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Questions? Contact our People team at [e-mail]

Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: MA Sick Time Accrual.
• Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees’ commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion, and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].