Seasonal Public Programming and Visitor Service Associate

WhoWe Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteersThe Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. TheTrusteespreserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in 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 toenjoy inperpetuity andhave helped protect more than50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the non-profit conservation organization we arefunded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more aboutThe Trusteeson our website.

Posting Information:

Salary/Hourly Rate:$19- $21

Hours per week:20-40

Job Classification:Limited Non-Exempt

Job Type:Onsite

Duration:MaySeptemberfor one position; June-August for a second position

Location:FARM InstituteEdgartownMarthas Vineyard MA

WhatYoullDo:

Your Impact:

The Farm Institute became a Trustees-managed property in 2016 at which time The Trustees built a teaching kitchen to complete the cycle of 2021 a new partnership was formed with The Trustees and Slough Farm to continue our farm-based educational programs and events. Morning Glory and Grey Barn are activelyfarmingKatama Farm. Visitors can often see both Morning Glory cows and Grey Barn sheep grazing in the fields or walk through the Katama Barn to meet The Trustees sheep goats chickens and roaming ducks.

The Role:

As a Public Programming Assistant your primary responsibilityis toassistin the coordination and growth of TFIs events and presence in our community.

Specificallyyoull:

• Assist Engagement Site Manager in all engagement related programs including but not limitedto:daily toursfamily programming child drop off programmingcooking classes farm dinners one-off cooking classes and more

• Programs include registration set-up break-down promotion correspondence with teachers managing staffassistance

• Creation of branded content such as promotional materials as well as contributing to TFIs social channels (Facebook and Instagram)

• Assistingvisitors and customers in our visitor center and farm stand including use of our POS sale system to sell registrations memberships produce and other TFI branded merchandise

• Being a FARM Institute/Trustees ambassador and creating awareness of our mission to our community

• Assistingwith livestock chores andoccasional field work related to ourpyosunflower and pumpkinfields

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation

This is aSeasonal Non-Exemptposition20 hours/weekor 32 hours/week reporting directly toEngagement Site Manager.

WhatYoullNeed:

Skills and Experience:

• A love offood and farming!

• Serv-safe certified preferred

• Social media experiencepreferred

• Can-do attitude with strong attention to detail

• High levelof organization and professional attitude

• 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.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Current authorization to work in the United States a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.

• A valid drivers license as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees driving needed

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Dont quitehave all the skills and experiencelisted aboveWe still want to hear from you!Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet committed to building a diverse team andencourage you to applyeven if youare missing some of theskills and experienceabove.

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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.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations 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 .

Required Experience:

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