Seasonal Lead Steward

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: $19-$21 

Hours per week: 20 hours/week (weekends)  

Job Classification: Nonexempt, Limited Term 

Job Type: Onsite 

Duration: May - September 

Location: Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA

What You’ll Do:

The Role:

Our seasonal Stewardship Staff play an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places. With the change to warmer temperatures, we experience an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties. Sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture—there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor’s experience special.    

Specifically, you’ll:

• Oversee the scheduling, deployment and management of a Seasonal Parking team of 10-20.  

• Maintain an adequate level of staffing for all days/times the Parking Team is needed at Crane Beach.   

• Summer Season weekend and holiday availability is required.   

• Responsible for the safe and efficient parking of cars.  

• Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of the parking lot(s) and any equipment.  

• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and management.  

• Other duties as reasonably assigned with or without accommodation.   

This is a limited-term, nonexempt position working 20-30 hours/week reporting directly to the Property Business Manager.   

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Background check required  

• Availability to work weekends and holidays in the summer season, access to reliable transportation is required.  

• Previous experience working in a fast paced, team-centered environment is preferred.    

• Previous management experience required.  

• Must be able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions. 

• Must be able to handle the physical demands of the job include bending, walking, constantly moving and the ability to stand for 8-10 hours in outdoor 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 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.

Questions? Contact our People team at people@thetrustees.org!

Your Benefits:

• Sick time: Prorated by length of service 

• Vacation time: Prorated by length of service 

• 12 observed holidays, 3 floating 

• Health insurance: You are eligible to participate in the Trustees’ health insurance benefit via Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). BCBS also offers additional benefits, such as fitness reimbursement and rewards for healthy habits.  

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

• Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave 

• Life Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program: Free access to a confidential service that helps employees and their communities with personal and work-related issues, such as mental health support, counseling, and financial advice.  

• 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 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 accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.