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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.
Job Responsibility:
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
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
CPR & First Aid certification (preferred)
Flexibility to work nights and weekends as required
Current authorization to work in the United States
A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record
A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check
What we offer:
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