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The Trustees of Reservations Seasonal Tour Guide
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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: $18 - $20/hour Hours per week: 40  Job Classification: Limited term, non-exempt  Job Type: Onsite  Duration: May - October  Location: Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge, Nantucket, MA  What You’ll Do: The Role : As a Seasonal Tour Guide, you report to the Stewardship Manager of the Coskata Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The Seasonal Tour Guide will work independently to give the public a guided over sand vehicle experience on the property while discussing the cultural and natural history of the property and introducing them to the trustees of reservations. This position is either full or part time and seasonal. Possibility of extension and work in future seasons pending performance. The amount of work will vary depending on tour bookings and will not exceed approximately 8 hours in one day.     Specifically, you’ll: Drives a 4-wheel drive truck from Wauwinet Gatehouse out to great point and back on an established tour schedule   Provides tour guests with oral interpretive information during tours   Educates tour guests about the wildlife and management on the refuge during tours   Performs daily tour vehicle maintenance and cleaning   Provides excellent customer service   Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.    This is a seasonal, non-exempt position (40 hours/week) reporting directly to the Stewardship Manager.   What You’ll Need: Skills and Experience: Experience driving vehicles on sand   Clean driving record required   Excellent time management   Knowledge of Nantucket history and wildlife   Demonstrated ability to provide good customer service   Excellent interpersonal communication skills  Prior experience driving in a barrier beach environment   Prior experience giving tours   High School diploma or equivalent  Eligibility Criteria: First aid and CPR certification desired    Ability to get into and out of a large truck without assistance   Ability to assist guests getting into and out of a truck  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. [if needed]  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 !

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