Seasonal Land Steward
Job term: This is a temporary, seasonal (4-month) full-time position. Preferred start and end dates at the start of Sept. 2026-Dec. 31, 2026 (flexibility on start and end dates).
Job requirements: This position requires outdoor skills, the ability to do physical work, a good work ethic, the ability to work productively alone and as part of a team, dependability, and initiative. Computer skills, reliable transportation and an interest or prior experience in land conservation, land management, forestry, trail work, or related fields are required.
Job duties: This position works closely with staff and volunteers. The duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assisting and conducting fee land and conservation easement management, including monitoring, record keeping, annual reporting, and boundary line maintenance.
Assisting and conducting sustainable trail layout, design, rerouting, and building new trails.
Assisting and conducting routine trail maintenance, using power tools, hand tools, equipment, tractors, etc.
Assisting and building sustainable trail infrastructure, helping upgrade and build new bridges, steps, etc.
Assisting with natural resource inventories and land management, including tree planting, forest inventory, wildlife and water quality work, and blueberry management.
Assisting with contractor management
Have a willingness to “pitch in” when needed, working effectively on a small staff.
Perform other duties as assigned and assist other departments as needed.
