What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Guide position at The Trustees of Reservations?
Job Summary
As a Seasonal Crane Outdoors Kayak Guide, you will support the engagement mission of The Trustees. You will lead kayak trips and other outdoor-based recreational programming, bringing guests safely into the varied natural areas at the Crane Estate and fostering an appreciation of the Trustees conservation mission.
About The Role
The Crane Estate contains over 2000 acres of pristine natural beauty, including some of the best paddle-friendly saltmarsh in the Northeast, a variety of islands on which trips often land, and 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.
The Crane Outdoors Kayak Guides will work closely with the Crane Outdoors Manager and Head Guide to create best-in-class guided experiences for Crane Estate guests. Using the Crane Outdoors fleet of sit-in kayaks, Guides will lead kayak trips, 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.
Responsibilities
• Deliver quality outdoor recreational programming that leverages unique Trustees assets such as easy access to a paddle-safe tidal estuary, hiking trails, and relevant outdoor historic and cultural resources
• Own the safety and enjoyment of Crane Outdoors guests, including on-the-water group management and rescue 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 the kayak fleet and other relevant field gear, including logging equipment issues/repair needs
• Interact with Crane Outdoors volunteers so that their experience is enjoyable and makes a positive contribution to program execution
Requirements
• 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 Crane Outdoors 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
• Outdoor safety training, provided by The Trustees, is required of all Guides
• Flexibility to work holidays, evenings, and weekends is required
• Willingness to drive a Trustees pickup truck and gator, if required
• Must be able to work in variable outdoor weather and water conditions throughout the summer
• Some heavy lifting of kayaks and other equipment will be required
We Are Committed To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion
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.
As a Seasonal Crane Outdoors Kayak Guide, you will support the engagement mission of The Trustees. You will lead kayak trips and other outdoor-based recreational programming, bringing guests safely into the varied natural areas at the Crane Estate and fostering an appreciation of the Trustees conservation mission.
About The Role
The Crane Estate contains over 2000 acres of pristine natural beauty, including some of the best paddle-friendly saltmarsh in the Northeast, a variety of islands on which trips often land, and 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.
The Crane Outdoors Kayak Guides will work closely with the Crane Outdoors Manager and Head Guide to create best-in-class guided experiences for Crane Estate guests. Using the Crane Outdoors fleet of sit-in kayaks, Guides will lead kayak trips, 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.
Responsibilities
• Deliver quality outdoor recreational programming that leverages unique Trustees assets such as easy access to a paddle-safe tidal estuary, hiking trails, and relevant outdoor historic and cultural resources
• Own the safety and enjoyment of Crane Outdoors guests, including on-the-water group management and rescue 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 the kayak fleet and other relevant field gear, including logging equipment issues/repair needs
• Interact with Crane Outdoors volunteers so that their experience is enjoyable and makes a positive contribution to program execution
Requirements
• 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 Crane Outdoors 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
• Outdoor safety training, provided by The Trustees, is required of all Guides
• Flexibility to work holidays, evenings, and weekends is required
• Willingness to drive a Trustees pickup truck and gator, if required
• Must be able to work in variable outdoor weather and water conditions throughout the summer
• Some heavy lifting of kayaks and other equipment will be required
We Are Committed To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion
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.
