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8 people are interested
Stewardship Data Assistant-Boston
ORGANIZATION: The Trustees of Reservations -- Boston Region
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8 people are interested
The Trustees cares for 116+ across Massachusetts. Each of these properties is unique and requires a variety of tools, skills, and staff to ensure they continue to be exceptional places that are safe to the public to visit. The Trustees Stewardship Team is responsible for making this happen and they need your help!
Each year, the team conducts property surveys to set priorities, identify projects, see how visitors use our properties. We are seeking a volunteer to translate handwritten notes from these assessments, enter them into People GIS, and to assist with the management of the annual assessment process. Beyond working with our Stewardship Team, volunteers will learn how to use our systems, including PeopleGIS, and have access to amazing sites statewide. This volunteer position can be based out of either our Boston or Leominster office.
Reports To:
Stewardship Program Director (Boston)
Trail Team Manager (Leominster)
Time Commitment Needed:
* 4-hour minimum shift every two weeks
* Monday-Friday, daytime availability necessary
Location:
This position is based in either our Boston or Leominster office.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
* Enter data into People GIS
* Translate handwritten notes
* Check notes for accuracy and detail
* Log volunteer hours into Hands on Connect, The Trustees’ volunteer website
Qualifications:
* Familiarity with database management, data entry, and the Microsoft Office Suite
* Attention to accuracy and detail
* Ability to sit for a prolonged period
* Ability to read handwritten notes
* Have reliable transportation to either Downtown Boston or Leominster on a bi-weekly basis
* Familiarity with The Trustees, stewardship work, and/or GIS is helpful but not required
How to Apply
Please contact Annie Wolf at awolf@thetrustees.org to express interest.
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About The Trustees of Reservations -- Boston Region
Location:
200 High St., Boston, MA 02110, US
Mission Statement
The Trustees of Reservations preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.
Description
The Trustees of Reservations is one of Massachusetts' largest non-profits and the nation's first conservation and preservation organization. We preserve and protect places of natural, scenic and historic beauty and hold these "reservations" in "trust" for public use and enjoyment. Our passion is to improve the quality of life in the Commonwealth, using our properties and their many programs as a powerful and compelling platform to engage more residents and visitors in our mission-driven work. We believe in protecting the irreplaceable forever, for everyone. Today, we care for 112 special reservations -- from beaches to farms, gardens and historic sites - within minutes of every resident. Funded and supported entirely by our nearly 2 million visitors and supporters, and more than 100,000 members, we invite you to find your place.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
200 High StreetBoston, MA 02110
DATE POSTED
June 28, 2018
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Basic Computer Skills
- Database Administration
- Administrative Support
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Biweekly commitment, 4-hour minimum shift
- Must have reliable transportation to and from Downtown Boston