Opportunity Overview: Set in the quiet town of Easton, 30 miles outside of Boston, the historic 36-acre
Governor Oliver Ames Estate features rolling hills, meadows, ponds, and a host of lovely and mature trees, as well as remnants of a storied and prominent past – all within walking distance of the North Easton National Historic District. Combine your love of the outdoors with service by meeting and greeting visitors at this lovely estate and assisting with light property maintenance.
Reports to: Property Staff
Covid-19 Volunteer Safety:
The health and safety of Trustees’ volunteers, staff and visitors is our top priority.
- If you are not feeling well, please stay home
- If you have been in contact with someone with Covid-19 or someone displaying symptoms of Covid-19, please stay home
- For our most current Covid-19 updates, please visit our main Trustees site
Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to the following):
- Interact with visitors, answer questions about the property
- Promote the Trustees’ mission and provide membership information
- Assist with special programs on an occasional basis
- Assist with light property clean-up, if needed
- Observance of Trustees safety and COVID protocols
- Log volunteer hours weekly
Qualifications:
- Have reliable transportation to the property
- Demonstrate good communication skills
- Desire to meet with the public, share knowledge of the property and the Trustees
- Dress in appropriate clothes and footwear for varying weather conditions
- Flexible and independent
- Familiarity with Governor Oliver Ames Estate [preferred, but not required]
- Knowledge of the ecology and geology of the area [preferred, but not required]
- Ability to walk on a variety of surfaces: grass, pavement, uneven surfaces
- Ability to pick up lightweight objects from ground level
Time Commitment Needed
We are looking for volunteers who are willing to work at least two, two-hour shifts each month.
For more information:
Contact the Volunteer Services Team at
volunteer@thetrustees.org
To explore other volunteer opportunities, visit our volunteer page at
http://volunteer.thetrustees.org/
More about The Trustees
Founded by landscape architect Charles Eliot in 1891, The Trustees has, for more than 125 years, been a catalyst for important ideas, endeavors, and progress in Massachusetts. As a steward of distinctive and dynamic places of both historic and cultural value, The Trustees is the nation’s first preservation and conservation organization, and its landscapes and landmarks continue to inspire discussion, innovation, and action today as they did in the past. We are a nonprofit, supported by members, friends and donors and our 116 sites are destinations for residents, members, and visitors alike, welcoming millions of guests annually. www.thetrustees.org.
Inclusive Spaces for All
We are committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. Together, alongside our partners and volunteers we are creating inclusive spaces of community for people of all backgrounds to enjoy and preserving these open spaces for everyone, forever. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and experience.
The Trustees is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, military service, application for military service, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Trustees makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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