Conservation Careers & Job Opportunities

Flexible work schedule
Hourly Salary
Insurance Requirement

Duties

The land steward will work under the direction of the Open Space Commission in maintaining and improving town-owned open space. Work will include:

• Hike open space trails on a set, rotating schedule
• Identify trail hazards, such as downed or overhanging limbs. Complete minor field-based maintenance. Report more significant trail issues
• Contribute to a monthly report of trail conditions
• Maintain trail markers, property signs, bridges, etc.
• Install kiosks, signs, boundary markers, and other amenities
• Check and replenish trailhead kiosk information
• Participate in open space work parties
• Promote safe use of open space and respect for nature through contact with the public as encountered on trails.
• Remove trash found on properties.

 Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Able to travel to properties geographically located across Old Lyme
• Must be physically active and able to hike trails of varying difficulty/ terrain
• Experience navigating outdoors with maps and GPS
• Willing to work outside year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, organized, with good communication skills
• Willingness to use power equipment and to enroll in safety training for same.
• Bonus: Chainsaw safety certification and experience in tree felling
• Interest in environmental stewardship, land management, forestry, or local flora and fauna

Please send letter of interest and brief resume to:  Town of Old Lyme Open Space Commission