Seasonal Event Assistant

The Seasonal Events Assistant reports to the Events Manager and Stewardship Manager, to deliver excellent standards of visitor service at the Bradley Estate in Canton, MA, including admissions, check-in, retail and concessions sales, and event setup for our seasonal Winterlights display. The Seasonal Events Assistant also supports stewardship projects and provides support for this specific event as assigned. The seasonal events assistant position will begin as early as September 15 and continue as late as January 15. This employment window is subject to change depending on site staffing needs. Winterlights is open to the public November 25th-January 8th. 

About The Trustees:

The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.  We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. We are a non-profit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.  

Our seasonal staff plays an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places.   Every season brings an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties.  Sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture—there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor’s experience special.

The Trustees offers competitive compensation, as well as the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors and the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever.

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, 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.

Our commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity

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.

Requirements

• Excellent “people skills” to lead, inspire, motivate and work cooperatively and harmoniously with fellow employees, volunteers, committees, members and the public.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks and projects, meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

• Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees of Reservations.
• The ability to work nights and weekends is required.
• Must be willing to climb ladders and lift heavy objects.

Working Conditions:

• The ability to work in all weather conditions.

• Lift upwards of 30 pounds.
• Willing to climb ladders to hang lights.
• Stand for hours at a time.