Full-time Jobs

Massachusetts Audubon Society offers a work environment that is challenging, yet flexible. Our compensation and benefits program is competitive, including a 403(b) plan and generous vacation and leave policy. Every inquiry will be treated confidentially. Non-smokers are strongly preferred. MAS is proud to be an AA/EOE employer.

Blue Hills Trailside Museum

Property Worker
Location: Milton, MA

Seeking a highly motivated individual to work with the Property Manager to care for the buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment at the Blue Hills Trailside Museum and Chickatawbut Hill Education Center.

Qualifications: Basic maintenance skills including knowledge of the safe operation, maintenance and care of power tools, equipment and vehicles. Cleaning and maintaining buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment to a high standard. A valid drivers license and the ability to carry out various property related duties such as lift materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, operate equipment such as mowers, tractors, trucks, assist in caring for live animal collection and provide sanctuary security by opening and closing grounds and facility on a daily basis. Perform other duties as requested by the Property Manager. Demonstrate the ability to work as a team with staff and volunteers and be willing to work a flexible schedule including one weekend day.

Benefits: 40 hrs a week with full benefit package.

To inquire about this position:
Send resume and cover letter to:
Ken Nowell
knowell@massaudubon.org
Blue Hills Trailside Museum
1904 Canton Ave.
Milton, MA 02186

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Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary

Education Coordinator I - 30 hours/week
Location: Topsfield, MA

The 2,267-acre Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary is seeking an experienced educator to plan and teach programs for children, families, school and scout groups. Participate in curriculum development, oversee field teachers, and organize program materials. Teach vacation week and summer camp programs. Participate in sanctuary meetings, special events, and share responsibility in sanctuary operations.

Qualifications: Position requires a BA or BS in biology, natural science, environmental studies, or education field. Enthusiasm for teaching and general understanding/foundation in natural/human history of the region. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member. Solid computer skills, valid driver’s license. Candidate must be experienced in canoeing and able to lift canoes on and off racks. Position requires ability to walk on unimproved trails and lift 50 lbs.

Benefits: Full benefits package.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter and resume to:
Carol Decker, Sanctuary Director
cdecker@massaudubon.org
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
87 Perkins Row
Topsfield, MA 01983

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Land Protection

Land Protection Program Assistant
Location: Lincoln, MA

Provide program administration support for Land Protection Department, including correspondence and communications, fielding external inquiries regarding land conservation, maintenance of data base and project tracking system, and generating reports from same. Assistance with fundraising activities and event planning. Work with private landowners to provide information regarding land conservation options; coordinate with conservation partners; prepare land protection plans; ensure the timely and accurate completion of tasks required to acquire land and interests in land, including the preparation of administrative, financial and legal documents; offer internal and external trainings on land protection issues; and provide input and support to other departments (e.g. development, public relations, etc.) as needed.

Qualifications: Bachelor‘s degree or equivalent in natural resource management, land use planning, biological sciences or related field, plus at least three years experience in related position. Familiarity with digital mapping, survey, title, legal, tax and zoning issues relating to land protection. Excellent writing and speaking skills. Familiarity with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Access. Valid driver‘s license, and willingness to travel frequently and extensively throughout the state, assist with program administrative duties as needed, conduct and attend periodic evening meetings, and to traverse a variety of landforms on foot.

To inquire about this position:
Letter of interest and resume should be mailed to:
Bob Wilber
Mass Audubon
208 South Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

No phone calls please.

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Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary

Education Coordinator/Administrative Assistant
Location: Attleboro, MA

We’re seeking an energetic, enthusiastic person dedicated to the mission of Mass Audubon to assist with education programming, office management, and outreach activities at Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary.

Responsibilities include:

• Various administrative tasks such as overseeing program registration, tracking income and expenses, greeting and orienting visitors, promoting memberships, producing and distributing public relations materials, and managing the gift shop.



• Developing and maintaining partnerships with and presenting programs to local educational, cultural, and community-based institutions and organizations.



• Developing and implementing on and off-site school programs, vacation week programs, family group programs, and summer day camp.



• Aiding in design and running of special events.



• Supervising volunteers working on projects in the nature center.



Qualifications: BA or BS in biology, environmental science, environmental education or a related field; strong knowledge of Massachusetts natural history; strong computer skills, including familiarity with word processing, graphics, and spreadsheet programs; excellent written and oral communication skills; interest in promoting Mass Audubon’s mission; superior people skills and enthusiasm for teaching.

Benefits: Full benefits package.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume and list of at least 3 references to:
Sarah Slack, Sanctuary Director
sslack@massaudubon.org
Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
1417 Park Street
Attleboro, MA 02703


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Programs

Regional Director (Southeast/Islands Region)
Location: Lincoln, MA

A key member of Mass Audubon’s senior leadership, the Regional Director, whose region covers South Shore area, southeastern MA, Cape Cod and the Islands, has overall responsibility to ensure that programs/sites within the region are well-managed, fiscally responsible and strategically positioned to carry out Mass Audubon’s mission.

The Regional Director develops and guides Mass Audubon activity in the region to ensure that programmatic resources align with the organization’s conservation goals. The Regional Director raises funds and allocates resources - human and financial - within the region to achieve Mass Audubon objectives. He/she provides leadership and assistance to unit managers, reviews the performance of unit managers, as well as participates in the development and implementation of major Mass Audubon operating policy, budgets, and programs.

The Regional Director also demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and a willingness to adapt to and facilitate organizational change as well as an ability to promote, respect, and secure diversity of ethnic, cultural, linguistic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities. To accomplish many of these responsibilities, the Regional Director will travel frequently throughout the Region, utilizing available workstation space at various nature centers.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 8 years management or related experience in conservation or related fields. Experience in the recruitment, management and development of professional staff, especially among under-represented groups, and the ability to organize, inspire, and support people with diverse skills and backgrounds to create a common program or shared result. Proven ability to raise funds, develop and implement plans and budgets, manage personnel, and follow through on strategies necessary to meet objectives. Excellent communications skills (written and oral) including representation of Mass Audubon in public meetings and ability to work with a wide range of individuals and organizations.

Benefits: Full benefits package

To inquire about this position:
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Elaine Kile
ekile@massaudubon.org
Massachusetts Audubon Society
208 S. Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

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