Seasonal Night Ranger

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: $20-$22/hour

Hours per week: 20 

Job Classification: Limited-term, non-exempt 

Job Type: Onsite 

Duration: May - October 

Location: Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge, Leland Beach, Wasque Reservation, Chappaquiddick 

• Edgartown, MA 

What You’ll Do:

Your Impact:

The Trustees of Reservations (TTOR) is seeking friendly, patient, and attentive rangers to work at Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge, Leland Beach & Wasque Reservation properties on Chappaquiddick Island. Rangers will enforce refuge rules/regulations, assist with daily operations and maintenance of property and trail systems, assist in rare and endangered shorebird protection, and facilitate Over-Sand Vehicle (OSV) openings and restrictions. Applicants must possess good interpersonal skills and experience in customer service. 

The Role:

As a Seasonal Night Ranger, you will work at Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge, Leland Beach & Wasque Reservation properties on Chappaquiddick Island. As a Night Ranger, you will enforce refuge rules/regulations, assist with daily operations and maintenance of property and trail systems, assist in rare and endangered shorebird protection, and facilitate Over-Sand Vehicle (OSV) openings and restrictions. 

Specifically, you’ll:

• Patrol the beaches after business hours 3 PM to 10 PM. 

• Enforce rules and regulations; exercise confidence and calm demeanor and be articulate when confronted by uncooperative visitors and when handling emergencies. 

• Educate visitors about The Trustees mission and encourage them to become active members; direct visitors to membership brochures, distribute flyers to the public, and on bulletin boards. 

• Greet visitors in a welcoming manner, while wearing a Trustees uniform at all times.  

• Assist with property maintenance and endangered species/habitat conservation management. 

• Answer questions about The Trustees and the history and ecology of the properties.  

• Assist and/or manage OSV logistics and closures.  

• Have opportunities to work in a team setting and as an individual. 

• Implement basic first aid and emergency response protocols when required, opportunity for CPR certification provided.  

• Help maintain clean facilities, parking lot, and other areas as needed.  

• Report safety concerns, incidents, and maintenance needs. 

• Effectively and professionally manage visitor complaints. Accurately report incidents according to Trustees policy.  

• Conduct all activities in compliance within all safety guidelines.  

• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation. 

This is a limited-term, non-exempt position [20 hours/week] reporting directly to Stewardship Manager of Martha’s Vineyard.   

Requirements

What You’ll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• A genuine commitment to the values and mission represented by The Trustees.   

• Excellent visitor contact/customer service skills.   

• Ability to work with or without supervision, and as a member of a team.   

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).   

• Sound computer skills (MS Office programs). 

• Ability to work inside or outside in all weather conditions including heat and rain.  

• Flexibility to work nights and weekends. 

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds. 
• Preferred:
• Ability to drive 4WD vehicles; experience with the operati