Seasonal Ranger - Monument Mountain

The Trustees of Reservations • Great Barrington, MA

15d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Ranger is a part-time position at Monument Mountain and is primarily responsible for greeting and educating visitors, enforcing parking fees and providing site-related materials. The Ranger may also be responsible for leading occasional guided walks and programs and assisting with special events. Incumbent also performs general cleaning and/or maintenance of the ranger station, trails, and parking lots. This position will begin in May and run through Labor Day weekend, at around 28 hours per week, Thurs-Sun.

Requirements

• A genuine commitment to the values and mission represented by The Trustees.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Ability to work on your own as well as with other staff.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as required.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Nice To Haves

• CPR & First Aid certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Staff the entrance station and greet visitors in a welcoming manner.
• Assist visitors with the parking kiosk.
• Answer questions about The Trustees of Reservations and the history, geology and ecology of the properties.
• Educate visitors about The Trustees mission and encourage them to become active members.
• Direct visitors to additional Trustees properties in the Southern Berkshires.
• Direct visitors to membership brochures, distribute flyers to the public and on bulletin boards.
• Enforce rules and regulations of assigned properties.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions including heat and rain.
• Confidence to be calm and articulate when confronted by uncooperative visitors and when handling emergencies.
• Perform tasks safely and in accordance with The Trustees’ safety manual.
• Behave in a professional manner with their colleagues, property visitors and volunteers.
• Maintain clean facilities and parking lot and picnic areas.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, and maintenance needs to the Stewardship Manager.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed