<div dir="ltr"><div style="font-size:12.8px;text-align:center"><font size="6"><b>Westport Land </b><b>Conservation Trust</b></font></div><div style="font-size:12.8px"><br clear="all"><div style="text-align:center"><img src="cid:ii_iksii54k0_152f551a8942812c" width="80" height="92" class="gmail-CToWUd" style="margin-right: 0px;"></div><div style="text-align:center"><br></div></div><div style="text-align:center"><div><b><font size="4"><u>Employment Opportunity</u></font></b></div><div><b><font size="4"> Outreach and Stewardship Internship</font></b></div><div><b><font size="4">Westport Land Conservation Trust</font></b></div><div><b><font size="4">Westport, Massachusetts</font></b></div></div><div style="font-size:12.8px;text-align:center"><b><br></b></div><div style="text-align:center"><div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>About Westport Land Conservation Trust (WLCT):</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Since its founding in 1972, the Westport Land Conservation Trust (WLCT) has assisted landowners in protecting more than 4,300 acres in Westport, Massachusetts. WLCT is a private, non-governmental organization dedicated to local land conservation on behalf of the Westport community. The organization accepts gifts of land and conservation restrictions on land, and assists farm owners in preserving farmland with agricultural preservation restrictions. WLCT seeks three hard-working, people-oriented individuals motivated to make a difference within a dynamic and leading land conservation organization.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>About the Position:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">WLCT is seeking three motivated and task-oriented individuals to work closely with WLCT’s Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator in managing over 1,000 acres of land currently held by WLCT. As a growing organization, we are also looking to build a robust volunteer program. The successful candidates will track existing volunteers and aid in the recruitment of new volunteers. Additionally, the Outreach and Stewardship Interns will be responsible for coordinating outreach projects related to stewardship and community engagement. The Outreach and Stewardship Interns report to WLCT’s Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator and works closely with volunteers and constituents to further the mission of WLCT. </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Reports to:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Primary Position Responsibilities: </b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Stewardship:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Act as the WLCT representative while in and around the community of Westport, MA </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Provide weekly maintenance for all destination properties</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Coordinate volunteer(s) for appropriate stewardship projects (e.g. property monitoring, clean-ups)</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Lead guided walks and events for the general public as needed</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator with the following ecological restoration initiatives: Grassland Meadow Restoration at the Herb Hadfield Conservation Area</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator with the maintenance of the Mill Pond Conservation Area Fruit Grove (non-commercial community fruit tree grove)</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist the Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator with prepping the 43-acre Camara Conservation Area for opening to the general public</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist at special events such as major fundraisers, concerts, and others as needed</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Event Management:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator with coordinating for events and leading certain events </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Coordinate and lead guided public walks on conserved land according to skillset</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Represent WLCT at community events such as the Westport Farmer’s Market, Westport River Day, etc.</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Volunteers:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Actively recruit volunteers and track service hours</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist in coordinating volunteers and programs</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Lead the Tuesday Trail Team groups as needed</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Publicity:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator in development of messaging and event information, social media and updating of website</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Assist Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator in developing a photo library of events and projects</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Qualifications:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Commitment to the conservation mission of Westport Land Conservation Trust</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Enthusiasm for working with the public</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Enthusiasm for working outside </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Willingness to work as part of a team of professionals</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Familiarity with Westport and the South Coast of Massachusetts is a plus</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Valid driver’s license</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Excellent communication skills</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Experience with volunteer management</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Experience with landscaping equipment </span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">•<span class="gmail-Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre">        </span>Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, GPS operation and Adobe Photoshop desired</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Hours, Salary & Benefits:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><br></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">The Stewardship Special Projects Internships are a 37.5 hours per week for 10-week position. Typically, the workweek for this position will be Monday through Friday. Some work on weekends will be required for special events. Housing is not provided for these positions. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">The successful candidates will have a valid driver’s license and be able to provide their own transportation. Qualified, degree-seeking applicants are eligible for credit hours through this internship position under the guidance of an academic instructor or adviser from their academic institution.</span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><br></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Westport Land Conservation Trust aims to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of our team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the community of Westport, Massachusetts--which is at the core of our mission.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>How to Apply:</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter and three references to: </span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b><br></b></span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b> Brendan Buckless</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Westport Land Conservation Trust</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>P.O. Box 3975</b></span></div><div><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Westport, MA 02790</b></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><b>Email: <a href="mailto:Brendan@westportlandtrust.org">Brendan@westportlandtrust.org</a>,</b></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px"><br></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><span style="font-size:12.8px">The positions are considered open until filled with a first round of applications due by May 19, 2017. An announcement will be posted on our website <a href="http://www.westportlandtrust.org">www.westportlandtrust.org</a> when the positions have been filled. </span></div></div><div style="font-size:12.8px"><br></div></div>-- <br><div class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div style="font-size:small">Brendan P. Buckless</div><div style="font-size:small"><b>Outreach and Stewardship Coordinator </b> </div><div style="font-size:small"><b><font size="4">Westport Land Conservation Trust</font></b></div><div style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:12.8px">P.O. Box 3975 | 830 Drift Road | Westport, Massachusetts 02790</span><span style="font-size:12.8px"> </span></div><div style="font-size:small"><span style="font-size:12.8px">Phone: </span><a href="tel:%28508%29%20636-9228" value="+15086369228" style="color:rgb(17,85,204);font-size:12.8px" target="_blank">(508) 636-9228</a> ext. 5023<span style="font-size:12.8px"> </span><span style="font-size:12.8px">| Fax:</span><span style="font-size:12.8px"> </span><a href="tel:%28508%29%20636-0587" value="+15086360587" style="color:rgb(17,85,204);font-size:12.8px" target="_blank">(508) 636-0587</a></div></div></div></div></div>
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