Property Manager I

Mass Audubon•Barnstable, MA

21h•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Mass Audubon is seeking a dedicated and reliable Property Manager with a passion for the environment to work at Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary. This role involves collaborating with Property Managers in the Southeast Region on essential projects that support Mass Audubon's mission. Key duties include cleaning the Discovery Center, managing trash and recycling, performing trail, boundary, and building maintenance, monitoring land, maintaining equipment, assisting volunteers, implementing Mass Audubon policies, monitoring visitor use, controlling invasive species, and fostering positive relationships with neighbors and the public. The Property Manager will ensure Mass Audubon sanctuaries are inclusive and accessible, promoting connections with nature.

Requirements

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to perform physical work, sometimes under adverse conditions
Ability to hike over rough terrain for extended periods of time, lift and carry up to 40 pounds, and be willing to work outdoors in adverse weather if necessary
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people, including wildlife sanctuary neighbors, private landowners, partners, and volunteers
Ability to relate to a diverse range of people and exercise cultural competence and inclusion
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent time management skills
Basic maintenance skills, including a knowledge of the safe operation of power tools and related equipment such as mowers

Nice To Haves

Carpentry skills
tractor experience
chainsaw training
First Aid
valid Massachusetts pesticide applicator license

Responsibilities

Work with Mass Audubon staff and volunteers to perform property maintenance and custodial tasks including: building maintenance and cleaning, trash and recycling removal, clearing and maintaining trails, repairing boardwalks and picnic tables, controlling invasive species, maintaining signage, marking boundaries, mowing, building maintenance and cleaning, and program set-up
Work with supervisor and other Property Manager colleagues to develop weekly, monthly, and annual property maintenance work plans to be completed independently
Address issues as they arise on wildlife sanctuaries
Maintain equipment such as hand and power tools, chainsaws, etc. and assist with vehicle maintenance
Assist with supervision of seasonal property staff (as needed) and volunteers
Coordinate and assist with special projects and events