Conservation Careers & Job Opportunities

The Napatree Point Conservation Area (NTPCA) is 86 pristine acres of some of the rarest habitats in Rhode Island. Napatree Naturalists assist in the stewardship and management of the NTPCA by protecting wildlife and habitats, ensuring that visitors comply with posted guidelines, educating visitors of the local natural history, and assisting in scientific data collection to support monitoring programs. Napatree Naturalists are employees of The Watch Hill Conservancy and report directly to the Napatree Point Conservation Area Manager.The Napatree Naturalist position is a seasonal, part-time position at 15 – 20 hours per week. Naturalists must work at least one 5.5-hour weekend shift per week. Additional hours may be available for assisting with special programs and stewardship work. Compensation is $22.50 per hour.

Applications submitted by email as PDF attachments are preferred, but hardcopy applications will be accepted. Please provide the following materials:

1. Letter of application stating your qualifications for and interest in the position.
2. A current resume that includes relevant work experience and academic training.
3. Name, affiliation, postal address, telephone number, and email address for three references. (References will not be contacted without the expressed permission of the applicant.)

Send your application materials or questions to:
Daniel Cole, Napatree Point Conservation Area Manager
Daniel@TheWatchHillConservancy.org