Seasonal Parking Steward

Who We Are

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation's premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do.

We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non‑profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 member households.

Salary/Hourly Rate
: $17–$19
Hours per week
: 8–16 hours on weekends
Job Classification
:
Nonexempt, Limited Term
Job Type
:
Onsite
Duration
:
May – September
Location
:
Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA

The Role
:
Our seasonal Stewardship Staff play an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places. With the change to warmer temperatures, we experience 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.

• Manage traffic flow and parking for all vehicles entering and exiting Crane Beach.
• Greet and direct visitors as they exit their vehicles and enter the property.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of the parking lot(s) and any equipment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and management to coordinate the safe and efficient filling of the parking lot.
• Other duties as reasonably assigned with or without accommodation.

Skills and Experience
:

• Availability to work weekends and holidays in the summer season; access to reliable transportation is required.
• Previous experience working in a fast‑paced, team‑centered environment is preferred.
• Previous management experience required.
• Must be able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Must be able to handle the physical demands of the job including bending, walking, constantly moving, and the ability to stand for 8–10 hours in outdoor conditions.

Eligibility Criteria
:

• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Don't quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Questions? Contact our People team at people!

• 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.

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 preference, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, 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.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people.

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