Responsibilities
- Assist Regional Engagement Manager in all engagement related programs including but not limited to: horticulture workshops, floral workshops, concerts, Halloween on the Hill, afternoon teas, and self-guided experiences.
- Programs include registration, set-up, break-down, promotion, and correspondence with community partners.
- Creation of branded content such as promotional materials, as well as contributing to social channels (Facebook and Instagram)
- Being a Stevens-Coolidge/Long Hill/Trustees ambassador and creating awareness of our mission to our community
- Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation
Requirements
- Must be organized and able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must have strong written and oral communication skills
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends
- Access to your own form of transportation
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds
- Must be willing to work in variable weather conditions
- Current authorization to work in the United States
- A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy
- This role requires driving Trustees vehicles over/under 10k lbs
- A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check
Nice to Have
- Social media experience
Compensation
$19 - $20
Work Arrangement
On-site — Long Hill/ Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
Team
Structure: Reports directly to Senior Regional Engagement Manager; works under Regional Engagement Manager. Reports to: Senior Regional Engagement Manager of North Shore Properties
Who We Are
Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the Massachusetts' 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.
Your Impact
In this role, you will play a key part in bringing our landscapes and stories to life through engaging, mission-driven public programs and events. Your work will directly enhance visitor experience, foster community connection, and support organizational goals around education, stewardship, and accessibility. Through your work, you will help connect people to place—encouraging stewardship, learning, and a lasting appreciation for the natural and cultural landscapes we care for.
The Role
As a Seasonal Public Programming and Event Associate primary responsibility is to assist in the coordination and growth of both SCHG and LH public programming, events, and presence in our community.
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 accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.
Additional Information
- Job Type: Onsite
- Duration: April – October for one position; May-December for a second position
- Hours per week: 12 hours per week/site
- Job Classification: Limited, Non-Exempt
- Must have authorization to work in the United States by first day of employment
- Satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check required
- Driving Trustees vehicles required
- Equal Opportunity and Diversity: The Trustees is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants
