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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: $17-20/hour  Hours per week: Variable  Job Classification: Seasonal, non-exempt  Job Type: Onsite  Duration: April - October  Location: Crane Estate, Ipswich, MA    What You’ll Do:    Your Impact:   Supporting the engagement mission of The Trustees, the CraneOutdoors Hiking Guide is instrumental in leading hiking trips and other outdoor-based recreational programming.    The Role:   The Trustees is seeking a Seasonal CraneOutdoors Hiking Guide. You will bring guests safely into the varied natural areas at the Crane Estate, engage and inspire them to enjoy the outdoors, deepen their sense of place, and foster an appreciation of the Trustees conservation mission. The Crane Estate contains over 2000+ acres of pristine natural beauty, including an extensive trail network in a dune habitat hosting 11 distinct ecosystems. It is open daily and operates programming on weekdays, weekends, evenings, and some holidays, particularly during peak seasons.    As a CraneOutdoors Hiking Guide, you will work closely with the CraneOutdoors Manager and Lead Guide to create best-in-class guided experiences for Crane Estate guests. You will lead hikes, and/or other outdoor adventures, fit guests with required adventure gear, and always maintain a keen eye on safety, including assisting with the maintenance of Trustees-owned equipment. Most importantly, you must bring a passion and sense of wonder of the outdoors to this work and be excited about the prospect of sharing this with visitors to the Crane Estate.    Specifically, you’ll:  Deliver quality outdoor recreational programming that leverages unique Trustees assets such as  hiking trails and relevant outdoor historic and cultural resources   Own the safety and enjoyment of CraneOutdoors guests, including on trail group management and first aid as needed   Leverage training provided by Crane Estate guest experience and environmental professionals to educate guests about the natural and cultural history of the Crane Estate   Report on events with attendance and final enrollment data   Assisting with the care of field gear, including logging equipment issues/repair needs   Connect guests with information about membership and other upcoming programs   Interact with CraneOutdoors volunteers so that their experience is enjoyable and makes a positive contribution to program execution.    This is a seasonal, non-exempt position reporting directly to the CraneOutdoors Manager and Lead Guide.   What You’ll Need:   Skills and Experience:   A high-level of physical fitness and an ability to lead groups outdoors, sometimes under challenging conditions   A positive attitude, strong team-orientation, and a flexible approach and commitment to achieving the goals of the CraneOutdoors program and The Trustees more broadly   Leveraging training to be provided, a willingness to bring to this work a solid understanding of the rich ecological and/or cultural history of the Crane Estate, including Castle Hill, Castle Neck, and the Crane Wildlife Refuge   Applicants should possess an active certificate or be willing to acquire First Aid and CPR certification. Outdoor safety training, provided by The Trustees, is required of all Guides.  Eligibility Criteria:  Willing to work outside during all weather conditions (guest safety precludes heading into known hazards, though coastal weather conditions can change quickly).   Ability to lift and move 60-lbs  Flexibility to work holidays, evenings, and weekends is required.   Willingness to drive a Trustees pickup truck and gator, if 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. [if needed]  A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.  access to a car is necessary.      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.     Have questions? Reach out to our People Team by emailing  people@thetrustees.org . 

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