2025 Seasonal Conservation Field Assistants
Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 or Open Until Filled
(AA/EOE)
The Town of Lincoln Conservation Department (LCD) and the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust (LLCT) manage over 2,500 acres of protected open space and over 80 miles of trails. These organizations serve to protect the rural character of Lincoln for the benefit of residents, the public, and wildlife; and to encourage the preservation, enjoyment, education, and scientific study of Lincoln’s natural areas. The Town of Lincoln Conservation Department and Lincoln Land Conservation Trust value the contributions made by all their employees and believe that workforce diversity strengthens performance, integrity, trust, partnerships, and the protection of all to better serve our staff, boards, committees, community, and guests.
Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:
LCD and LLCT will be hiring two seasonal field assistant positions to support the management of conservation land by
controlling invasive species, maintaining trails, participating in town-wide Pollinator Action Plan projects and performing
various other land use projects. Specific examples include mowing trails, clearing historic stone walls, planting and
maintenance of native pollinator species, and assisting in the repair and installation of basic trail infrastructure.
Qualifications:
• Upper level undergraduate or bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, land management or related field preferred
• Experience operating landscaping power equipment as well as other basic hand and power tools preferred
• Experience or willingness to learn basic plant identification required. Experience with invasive plant identification and removal is a plus
• Ability to interpret and use maps in conjunction with other wayfinding devices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability and willingness to kayak (removal of aquatic invasive plants)
• Have vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Comfort and enthusiasm for engaging children and adults in educational activities
Applicants must be comfortable working long hours outdoors, on and off trail, in all weather conditions, and be aware of
potential risks such as poison ivy, ticks, and thorny plants. We are looking for safety-sensitive individuals with a strong
work ethic and a positive attitude. Ability to lift 25-50 lbs.
Time Frame and Compensation:
The position is 30 hours per-week 8:00AM-4:00PM Monday through Thursday with a 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak. The
season runs for ten weeks, typically starting in late May through early August. No housing is provided. Compensation
ranges from $18 to $20 per hour depending on experience.
Application Information:
Please send a cover letter and your resume to Ryan Brown, Conservation Department, 16 Lincoln Road
Lincoln, MA 01773 or conservation@lincolntown.org.
2025 Seasonal Pollinator Field Assistant
Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 or Open Until Filled
(AA/EOE)
The Lincoln Land Conservation Trust (LLCT) is a non-profit land conservation organization focused on the conservation and stewardship of Lincoln’s open spaces. LLCT values the contributions made by all their employees and believe that workforce diversity strengthens performance, integrity, trust, partnerships, and the protection of all to better serve our staff, boards, committees, community, and guests.
Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:
LLCT is hiring one Pollinator Field Assistant to support the management of LLCT’s six pollinator gardens. Four of the gardens are roadside “pocket” gardens. The other two gardens are large meadows. The gardens support pollinator habitat restoration efforts, improve habitat connectivity, and serve as community/educational outreach tools. The Pollinator Field Assistant will be responsible for upkeep of the six gardens. Specific tasks may include planting,
watering and refilling water barrels, weeding and invasive species removal, mowing paths and weed whacking around planted areas, minor fence/sign repair, with other tasks as assigned. LLCT expects the field assistant will spend 1-2hrs per week at each of the smaller gardens, with the remaining hours spent at the two larger sites.
Qualifications:
• Current study of or interest in natural sciences or land management preferred.
• Experience operating landscaping power equipment as well as other basic hand and power tools preferred
• Experience or willingness to learn basic plant identification required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Have vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Comfort and enthusiasm for engaging children and adults in educational activities
Applicants must be comfortable working long hours outdoors, independently. Applicants should be aware of potential
risks such as poison ivy, ticks, and thorny plants. We are looking for a safety-sensitive individual with a strong work ethic
and a positive attitude. Ability to lift 25-50 lbs.
Time Frame and Compensation:
The position runs 24-32 hours/week through the summer, typically late May/ early June through August. Core hours are
Tuesday-Thursday, 8am-4pm with an unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Compensation is $18/hr.
Application Information:
Please send a cover letter and your resume to Bryn Gingrich, Outreach Director at llct@lincolnconservation.org.