Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts’ 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:
Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Job Classification: Nonexempt, Full-Time, Seasonal
Job Type: Onsite
Duration: May – September 2025
Location: Powisset Farm, Dover, MA
What You’ll Do:
Your Impact:
As a Seasonal Park and Conservation Steward, you and the regional stewardship team will maintain the landscapes at Powisset Farm and other properties in the MetroWest region and support the Trustee’s mission to elevate stewardship of our special places.
The Role:
As a Seasonal Park and Conservation Steward, you will be based out of Powisset Farm in Dover, MA with duties assigned at properties throughout the Charles River Valley including the towns of Dover, Medfield, Millis, Sherborn, Natick, Needham, Southborough, Uxbridge, Waltham, and Watertown. You will perform routine maintenance on these properties by caring for the fields, trails, gardens, structures, and other natural and cultural features. The day-to-day operations will include mowing, cleaning facilities, trimming brush, maintaining walking trails, setting up for events, and engaging with visitors.
Specifically, you’ll:
This is a full-time/part-time, seasonal/limited term, nonexempt position working 40 hours per week reporting directly to Mike Francis, Regional Stewardship Manager.
What You’ll Need:
Skills and Experience:
Eligibility Criteria:
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.
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.
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 accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.