Seasonal Gate Attendant and Ranger

Trustees; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Access to discounted admission to cultural institutions

Free entry to Trustees properties

Job summary

A conservation organization is looking for a Seasonal Ranger to manage visitor experiences and maintain the property at Coskata Coatue Wildlife Refuge in Nantucket, MA. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, providing environmental education, and maintaining trails. Ideal candidates should have customer service skills, teamwork experience, and a valid driver's license. This role offers a pay range of $17-$19 per hour and requires working 20-40 hours a week during the season from May to October.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide good customer service.
• Prior experience working and driving in a barrier beach environment.
• Experience driving vehicles on sand and extracting stuck vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Manage visitor expectations and provide a safe experience.
• Check all vehicles entering the refuge.
• Clean and maintain the property, including trails and structures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Vehicle operation in a barrier beach environment

Basic maintenance skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Winches

Jacks

Tow cables

Power tools

Job description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. 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 more than 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/hour

Hours per week: 20-40

Job Classification: Seasonal, non-exempt

Job Type: Onsite

Duration: May - October

Location: Coskata Coatue Wildlife Refuge, Nantucket, MA

What You’ll Do:

The Role: As the Seasonal Ranger you will work as part of a team of rangers and other staff to help manage visitor expectations, maintain the property, protect natural resources, and provide for a safe and enjoyable visitor experience.

Specifically, you’ll:

• Represent The Trustees in accordance with the messages developed and provided by the organization’s Engagement Department.
• Check all vehicles entering the refuge for permits or passes.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Clean and inspect work areas, parking lots, beach and trails.
• Provide environmental education - occasional tours.
• Manage visitor complaints professionally.
• Accurately report incidents according to Trustees policy.
• Assist with parking vehicles.
• Assist with special events.
• Provide assistance and information to visitors at the Wauwinet Gatehouse.
• Enforce refuge rules and regulations.
• Maintain the property by removing garbage, fixing fences, and maintaining signs, and reporting issues to the manager.
• Maintain trails with the team.
• Clean structures as necessary.
• Aid in an active nesting shorebird management program as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt position (20-40 hours/week) reporting directly to the Beach Operations Lead.

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to provide good customer service.
• Prior experience working and driving in a barrier beach environment.
• Prior experience working as part of a team.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving vehicles on sand and extracting vehicles that have become stuck in sand.
• Knowledge and experience with tools and equipment required for the job (e.g., winches, jacks, tow cables, power tools).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Perform basic maintenance for safe operation of all vehicles, including washing and cleaning out vehicle after each shift.

Eligibility Criteria:

• First aid and CPR certification desired.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her 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.

Have questions? Contact our People team at [e-mail]!

Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
• 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.

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].