Employment Opportunities
The positions below are the current job openings available at the NRT. Specific details and requirements for each position, as well as application information, are included below. Please read all application instructions and job requirements for each position before applying.
Full Time, Year Round Property and Maintenance Steward
Candidates are currently being evaluated for this position.
The Natural Resources Trust of Easton is currently accepting applications for a full time, year round property and maintenance steward for the NRT’s Sheep Pasture property. This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in working outdoors to benefit the environment and the community.
Position requires a wide variety of tasks, including, but not limited to:
Hours of employment are 8 am – 4 pm and the regular weekly schedule for this position will be either Tuesday through Saturday or Thursday through Monday, to be decided in cooperation with successful candidate. Weekend day(s) are required for this position as part of the regular schedule; holidays are required on a rotating basis with other staff members.
The successful candidate will be responsible for independently completing a variety of outdoor tasks in all weather conditions. Position entails majority of time spent outdoors, with moderate physical labor required daily, sometimes on unimproved grounds or trails.
The position works under the direction of the executive director.
Supervision duties: Minimal supervision of volunteers, interns, or other seasonal staff may be required throughout the year.
Benefits are available for this position in accordance with NRT policies and MA regulation as required.
Position is non-exempt and pay rate is dependent on experience. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Qualifications:
Candidates must be 18 years old or older and have 2+ years of previous experience with safe operation of outdoor/grounds keeping/ landscaping tasks and equipment in a professional capacity. Should have an interest in learning new skills. Willingness to work in direct contact with large and small animals is required; previous work with horses, cows, sheep, or other large animals helpful, but will train the right candidate.
Experience in building maintenance/light construction is preferred.
H.S. diploma is required; some college or additional training/certification is preferred.
Position requires work in all outdoor conditions throughout the year and lift objects 50 pounds safely. Work often takes place in outdoor environments that are uneven or uncleared. Must have the ability to participate in all tasks in accordance with safety requirements and procedures of the Trust.
The ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility for a task well done are important. A sense of humor, can-do attitude, and a willingness to work cooperatively with others on a small staff are necessary for the successful candidate. Position requires some interaction with the public on behalf of the Trust. Flexibility with scheduling to meet the needs of the Trust is required periodically throughout the year.
Reliable personal transportation is required, as is a valid MA license; must live within accessible commuting distance to Easton, MA. Public transportation to the location is not available.
All NRT employees and successful candidates are required to complete criminal and sexual offender background checks in accordance with NRT policies and local, state and/or federal law.
To apply please send cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and transcripts (if applicable) to jcummings.nrt@gmail.com. Please include “2018 FT Property and Maintenance Steward Application” in subject line and submit required documents as attachments to your email. Printed application materials can be mailed to:
Jen Cummings, Exec. Director
NRT of Easton
PO Box 188
N. Easton, MA 02356
Rolling review of applications will begin on June 4, 2018 and will continue on an ongoing basis until position is filled. Incomplete application materials that are missing the information above will not be considered.
No phone calls, please. Local candidates encouraged.
For more information about NRT of Easton and Sheep Pasture, visit online at www.nrtofeaston.org.
The Natural Resources Trust of Easton is currently accepting applications for a full time, year round property and maintenance steward for the NRT’s Sheep Pasture property. This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in working outdoors to benefit the environment and the community.
Position requires a wide variety of tasks, including, but not limited to:
- Operation of property maintenance, landscaping, and land clearing equipment (hand tools and power tools, as required)
- Operation of larger equipment (such as mowers, agricultural equipment, or similar)
- Grounds keeping in public areas of the property, including lawns, gardens, community gardens, etc.
- Property and building maintenance
- Land stewardship, to include trail clearing, monitoring of conservation restrictions, and similar tasks
- Work cooperatively with the Agricultural and Property Steward as needed to organize and complete tasks, including large animal care, haying, property maintenance, snow clearing, acquisition of quotes for projects and purchases, oversight of volunteers and community groups, and similar
- Assist other NRT staff with preparation and staffing for Trust’s events, programs, and visitors throughout the year
- All other tasks as assigned.
Hours of employment are 8 am – 4 pm and the regular weekly schedule for this position will be either Tuesday through Saturday or Thursday through Monday, to be decided in cooperation with successful candidate. Weekend day(s) are required for this position as part of the regular schedule; holidays are required on a rotating basis with other staff members.
The successful candidate will be responsible for independently completing a variety of outdoor tasks in all weather conditions. Position entails majority of time spent outdoors, with moderate physical labor required daily, sometimes on unimproved grounds or trails.
The position works under the direction of the executive director.
Supervision duties: Minimal supervision of volunteers, interns, or other seasonal staff may be required throughout the year.
Benefits are available for this position in accordance with NRT policies and MA regulation as required.
Position is non-exempt and pay rate is dependent on experience. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Qualifications:
Candidates must be 18 years old or older and have 2+ years of previous experience with safe operation of outdoor/grounds keeping/ landscaping tasks and equipment in a professional capacity. Should have an interest in learning new skills. Willingness to work in direct contact with large and small animals is required; previous work with horses, cows, sheep, or other large animals helpful, but will train the right candidate.
Experience in building maintenance/light construction is preferred.
H.S. diploma is required; some college or additional training/certification is preferred.
Position requires work in all outdoor conditions throughout the year and lift objects 50 pounds safely. Work often takes place in outdoor environments that are uneven or uncleared. Must have the ability to participate in all tasks in accordance with safety requirements and procedures of the Trust.
The ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility for a task well done are important. A sense of humor, can-do attitude, and a willingness to work cooperatively with others on a small staff are necessary for the successful candidate. Position requires some interaction with the public on behalf of the Trust. Flexibility with scheduling to meet the needs of the Trust is required periodically throughout the year.
Reliable personal transportation is required, as is a valid MA license; must live within accessible commuting distance to Easton, MA. Public transportation to the location is not available.
All NRT employees and successful candidates are required to complete criminal and sexual offender background checks in accordance with NRT policies and local, state and/or federal law.
To apply please send cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and transcripts (if applicable) to jcummings.nrt@gmail.com. Please include “2018 FT Property and Maintenance Steward Application” in subject line and submit required documents as attachments to your email. Printed application materials can be mailed to:
Jen Cummings, Exec. Director
NRT of Easton
PO Box 188
N. Easton, MA 02356
Rolling review of applications will begin on June 4, 2018 and will continue on an ongoing basis until position is filled. Incomplete application materials that are missing the information above will not be considered.
No phone calls, please. Local candidates encouraged.
For more information about NRT of Easton and Sheep Pasture, visit online at www.nrtofeaston.org.
2018 Summer Camp Counselor Positions for Sheep Pasture Nature Camp and Leadership Youth Program
These positions have been filled for the 2018 season. Check back here in spring for staff postings for SPNC's 2019 season!
If you are interested in learning more about internship or volunteer opportunities available, please visit our Volunteers/Internships page.
