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.
NEW! Full time, full year professional environmental educator position
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Are you an enthusiastic, motivated, professional environmental educator? The Natural Resources Trust of Easton currently has an opening for a full time, year-round environmental educator. Interested individuals must have a passion for educating children and families about the natural world, wildlife, and the environment as well as a thorough science-based understanding of native species, biodiversity, climate change, ecological systems, and current environmental issues.
NRT’s environmental educators work in a collaborative atmosphere with other environmental professionals dedicated to providing excellent individual and community programs to diverse audiences using the specific features of the NRT’s 154-acre Sheep Pasture farm and conservation area. Educators design and implement environmental programs for preschoolers, students of all ages, scouts, families, and adults in this position. Interaction with local community groups, colleges, interns, employers, and other stakeholders is part of the position. Educators are also involved with the operations of the Trust as needed, including for creation and operation of events, public promotion of the Trust and its programs, fundraising assistance, and other duties as needed.
Requirements:
B.A. or B.S. is required, with a major or concentration in environmental education, environmental interpretation, biology, natural resource management, environmental studies, forestry, sustainable agriculture, or closely related course of studies. Professional experience working in a non-profit environment is preferred. Familiarity with outdoor education and experience with positive class management techniques are required, as classes are taught in mostly outdoor locations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including positive customer service presentation. Broad working knowledge of native wildlife, ecology, and natural history, and a willingness to learn specific local information is also needed.
Must be able to lead educational walks on unimproved trails in all seasons, as well as work outside in all seasons. Some lifting to 40 pounds is required in this position. Knowledge and experience working with farm animals and smaller reptiles, mammals, and/or birds in an educational setting a plus. Technology skills desired: MS, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Adobe; Constant Contact; website management applications.
Must have a clean Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle, as some travel on behalf of the Trust is required. This position is typically a M-F position. Flexibility with schedule is needed, and will require some nights and weekends for specific classes, meetings, or events, depending on the needs of the Trust. Educators must be willing to work in a collaborative environment; naturalists work with all of NRT’s organizational departments as needed, providing support for ongoing operations throughout the year. Employment requires completion of acceptable CORI/SORI. This is a full-time, year-round position, with benefits available, according to NRT policies. Salary commensurate with experience.
Relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and housing is not available through NRT. For candidates who are applying from a significant distance, at least one interview during the hiring process will be required to be an on site interview in Easton, MA.
Please provide letter of interest, resume, transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) and names and contact information for three relevant professional references to Jennifer Cummings, NRT Executive Director.
Electronic submission of application materials is preferred and can be emailed to: jcummings.nrt(at)gmail[dot]com; please include “2019 Environmental Educator Applicant” in subject line. Documents should be sent as attachments; please label document files with document type and last name (i.e. resume-Smith).
Applications will be reviewed beginning on August 5, 2019 and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis until position is filled. Preferred start date is by September 1, 2019, or close to that date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please forward all documents at one time to be considered for this position. For questions contact by email: jcummings.nrt(at)gmail[dot]com.
Are you an enthusiastic, motivated, professional environmental educator? The Natural Resources Trust of Easton currently has an opening for a full time, year-round environmental educator. Interested individuals must have a passion for educating children and families about the natural world, wildlife, and the environment as well as a thorough science-based understanding of native species, biodiversity, climate change, ecological systems, and current environmental issues.
NRT’s environmental educators work in a collaborative atmosphere with other environmental professionals dedicated to providing excellent individual and community programs to diverse audiences using the specific features of the NRT’s 154-acre Sheep Pasture farm and conservation area. Educators design and implement environmental programs for preschoolers, students of all ages, scouts, families, and adults in this position. Interaction with local community groups, colleges, interns, employers, and other stakeholders is part of the position. Educators are also involved with the operations of the Trust as needed, including for creation and operation of events, public promotion of the Trust and its programs, fundraising assistance, and other duties as needed.
Requirements:
B.A. or B.S. is required, with a major or concentration in environmental education, environmental interpretation, biology, natural resource management, environmental studies, forestry, sustainable agriculture, or closely related course of studies. Professional experience working in a non-profit environment is preferred. Familiarity with outdoor education and experience with positive class management techniques are required, as classes are taught in mostly outdoor locations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including positive customer service presentation. Broad working knowledge of native wildlife, ecology, and natural history, and a willingness to learn specific local information is also needed.
Must be able to lead educational walks on unimproved trails in all seasons, as well as work outside in all seasons. Some lifting to 40 pounds is required in this position. Knowledge and experience working with farm animals and smaller reptiles, mammals, and/or birds in an educational setting a plus. Technology skills desired: MS, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Adobe; Constant Contact; website management applications.
Must have a clean Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle, as some travel on behalf of the Trust is required. This position is typically a M-F position. Flexibility with schedule is needed, and will require some nights and weekends for specific classes, meetings, or events, depending on the needs of the Trust. Educators must be willing to work in a collaborative environment; naturalists work with all of NRT’s organizational departments as needed, providing support for ongoing operations throughout the year. Employment requires completion of acceptable CORI/SORI. This is a full-time, year-round position, with benefits available, according to NRT policies. Salary commensurate with experience.
Relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and housing is not available through NRT. For candidates who are applying from a significant distance, at least one interview during the hiring process will be required to be an on site interview in Easton, MA.
Please provide letter of interest, resume, transcripts (unofficial is acceptable) and names and contact information for three relevant professional references to Jennifer Cummings, NRT Executive Director.
Electronic submission of application materials is preferred and can be emailed to: jcummings.nrt(at)gmail[dot]com; please include “2019 Environmental Educator Applicant” in subject line. Documents should be sent as attachments; please label document files with document type and last name (i.e. resume-Smith).
Applications will be reviewed beginning on August 5, 2019 and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis until position is filled. Preferred start date is by September 1, 2019, or close to that date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please forward all documents at one time to be considered for this position. For questions contact by email: jcummings.nrt(at)gmail[dot]com.
Information abot Summer Camp Counselor Positions for Sheep Pasture Nature Camp and Leadership Youth Program
Postings for the 2020 camp season can be found here in late spring 2020. Camp dates have not been set or the 2020 season at this time. Counselors must be 18 years of age or older at time of application.
Program dates required:
Counselors will work at least 8 weeks during the summer, including orientation week, and scheduled weeks will vary depending on camp enrollment needs. Orientation week is required for counselors.
How to apply: Counselor candidates for the 2020 camp season should check back in winter 2020 for more information.
Program dates required:
Counselors will work at least 8 weeks during the summer, including orientation week, and scheduled weeks will vary depending on camp enrollment needs. Orientation week is required for counselors.
How to apply: Counselor candidates for the 2020 camp season should check back in winter 2020 for more information.
If you are interested in learning more about internship or volunteer opportunities available, please visit our Volunteers/Internships page.
