Glover's Ledge Graduate Assistant - P. Palmiotto Study

Start Date:

8/3/2026
End Date: 6/30/2027
Number of Positions: 1
Hours per Week: 20
Weekends

Required:

No
Evenings

Required:

No
Supervisor:
Peter Palmiotto
Alternate Supervisor:
Amy Roy
This position allows for remote work:
Yes
Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 20%
Method to assess remote work:
Review of completed projects, bi‑monthly meetings.

• Antioch’s two forested properties of 81 and 46 acres are within ½ hour drive of the main campus. These properties are ideal outdoor classrooms for student learning.
• This assistantship position will be tasked with overseeing the management of the properties, implementing the forest management and supporting the environmental education programing.
• General maintenance of the Glover’s Ledge property would include trail clearing and brushing, trail and field mowing and trail construction.
• Attend biannual advisory board meetings and monthly Glover’s Ledge staff meetings.
• Participating in current outdoor educational programs and promoting use following the goals and objectives of the management plans will also be expected.

• The ideal candidate is interested in studying any of the following topics: forest management, forest ecology, wildlife ecology, watershed management, educational and GIS applications, landscape ecology, environmental interpretation or a related field; has strong outdoor skills, carpentry skills, confidence in machine operation, demonstrated efficiency in completing tasks, and good time‑management skills.

Yes

Send a letter of interest naming how this position will support your academic goals and include your resume to ppalmiotto.

Position Type:
Work Study
Department:
Environmental Studies Department