Seasonal Public Programming Assistant - Edgartown, MA

The Opportunity.

The Public Programming Assistant’s primary responsibility is to assist in the coordination and growth of TFI’s events and presence in our community.

In This Role You Will:
Assist Engagement Site Manager in all engagement related programs including but not limited to: daily tours, farmer’s markets, cooking classes, homesteading workshops, farm dinners, one-off cooking classes, children’s programming, festivals, and more
Programs include registration, set-up, break-down, promotion, correspondence with teachers, managing staff assistance
Creation of branded content such as promotional materials, as well as contributing to TFI’s social channels (Facebook and Instagram)
Assistance in managing and working shifts in our visitor center and farm stand including use of our POS sale system to sell registrations, memberships, meat, produce and other TFI branded merchandise
Being a FARM Institute/Trustees ambassador and creating awareness of our mission to our community
Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation
 
Qualifications:

A love of food and farming!
Serv-safe certified preferred
Social media experience required
Can-do attitude with strong attention to detail
High level of organization and professional attitude
Must be organized and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Must have strong written and oral communication skills
Experience in managing schedules and staffing a plus
 

Other:                                        

Valid driver’s license required for driving TTOR vehicles.
Background check required
Flexibility to work nights and weekends is required; access to a car is necessary.
 

Working Conditions: 

Variable outdoor weather conditions.  Ability to lift 40 pounds required.

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, hourly paid position, with an optimal start date of May 21st. This position is based in Edgartown. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

The Trustees offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors, who love the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever.

About The FARM Institute

The FARM Institute is a 162¬-acre teaching farm on the island of Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts, providing year-round, farm-based educational programs for families. Programs focus on farming, sustainability, nutrition, and land stewardship. The Farm Institute is building a new teaching kitchen with an estimated completion date of June 1st. As our inaugural summer, we are planning a robust schedule with multiple programs daily, Monday-
Saturday.

About The Trustees 

The Trustees is one of Massachusetts’ largest non-profits and the nation’s first conservation and preservation organization. Today, the places we care about are going fast, and the forces undermining them, including climate change, are moving faster. Our passion is to protect and share with everyone the irreplaceable natural and cultural treasures under our care. We are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 60,000 member households. 

The Trustees has been featured in the Top 100 Women-Led Organizations in Massachusetts for six consecutive years. 

In addition to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trustees aims to create a thriving, inclusive workplace that values each member of its team. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission. 

The Trustees is a signer of the Boston Women’s Workforce Council and a Member of the Boston College Center for Work and Family. 

We kindly request that you do not call to inquire about the status of your application. Those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.