Camp

Adventurer Counselor
Location: Lincoln, MA

The Adventurer Counselors works to plan and lead day trips for 7th and 8th graders to a range of Massachusetts habitats, including coastal, farm, and forest areas. Counselors develop a curriculum that highlights the importance of these habitats and facilitates campers’ observation of and participation in the natural landscapes. Adventurer Counselors also provide supervision during a three-night camping trip.

Qualifications: Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and have experience in supervising children, camping, and hiking. First aid and CPR certifications and a valid driver’s license with good driving record are required. Wilderness First Aid is a plus. Must have the ability to obtain canoe & lifeguard certifications.

Season runs from June 11– August 17.

Benefits: $320 - $600/week

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:
Becky Gilles, Camp Director
bgilles@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 South Great Road
Lincoln, MA 01773

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Camp Counselors / Teacher Naturalists
Location: Lincoln, MA

Develop and teach hands-on curriculum on farm and natural history topics to children ages 4-17. Provide leadership for campers and counselors in training; supervise camper health and safety; and regularly communicate with parents and staff. Training includes natural history and teaching techniques.

Qualifications: Must be age 19 or older and have the ability to lead walks on rough terrain and implement nature and farm based activities. Must have experience with and enjoy working with children; knowledge of or interest in farming and natural history. CPR / First Aid Certified.

Must be available from June 11 to August 17, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Benefits: Salary $10.00/hr

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:
Becky Gilles, Camp Director
bgilles@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 S. Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

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Staff Coordinator / Assistant Staff Director
Location: Lincoln, MA

Provide support, energy, motivation and a fun & friendly family atmosphere to the camp staff. Assist counselors to design and deliver program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities. Assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director. This position is the energy of the camp.

Qualifications: Must be age 23 or older and have the ability to walk on rough terrain and implement nature and farm based activities in camp setting. Must have camp experience and experience with and enjoy working with children; knowledge of or interest in farming and natural history. CPR / First Aid Certified.

Position runs full time from June 1 to August 25. Part-time hours also available during the month of May.

Benefits: Salary based on experience.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:
Becky Gilles, Camp Director
bgilles@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 South Great Road
Lincoln, MA 01773

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Full-time

Livestock Farm Hand
Location: Lincoln, MA

Drumlin Farm seeks a full-time (40 hrs per week) Livestock Farm Hand. Under the supervision of the Livestock Manager, the Farm Hand will help care for and manage the livestock operation and support Drumlin Farm's farm-based education programs. Flexible schedule includes one weekend day and some holidays. This position requires that the person live on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Provides daily care of livestock including feeding and cleaning.
• Helps maintain health of livestock including: diet and feeding; ordering of feed; veterinary care - de-worming schedule, vaccine programs, animal medication inventory, and emergency care.
  
• Assists in birthing of all livestock.
• Helps manage meat, yarn, sheepskins and egg sales.
• Assists in hay production.
• Assists in pasture management including rotational grazing program.
• Assists in manure management.
• Assists in barn and facilities maintenance including fencing, pens, and livestock equipment.
• Supervises volunteers during chores and other livestock jobs when Livestock Manager is not present.
• Manages rotational mobile chicken coop.
• Assists in maintaining clear communications with educational staff.

Qualifications: At least 2 years of large animal care experience, specifically cows, sheep, goats, pigs, and chickens. Must be hard working, dependable, and open to learning new skills; ability to organize and work with interns and volunteers; capable of operating mechanical equipment such as mowers, tractors, and trucks; and willing to work a flexible schedule. Ability to communicate easily with staff and the public. Requires First Aid and CPR certification upon hire, as well as successful completion of a CORI and SORI screening. Valid MA driver‘s license, ability to lift 50 pounds, and traverse uneven terrain. Knowledge of basic carpentry skills helpful.

Benefits: Full benefits package.

To inquire about this position:
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Caroline Malone, Livestock Manager
cmalone@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 South Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

No phone calls, please.

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Internships

Wildlife Care Internship
Location: Lincoln, MA

Assist Wildlife Care staff with the general care and maintenance of a collection of native, non-releasable wildlife. Duties will include diet preparation, enclosure maintenance and cleaning, feeding, and some animal handling with supervision of staff members. Interns will also have the opportunity to observe animal training, medical procedures and more advanced handling of raptors and mammals. Interns will develop an independent project of interest to be completed in full during the course of the internship.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates will be pursuing a degree in a related field, e.g., Biology, Zoology, Ecology, and will have an interest in gaining experience in the animal care field. Individuals must have the ability to work in all weather conditions, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work on their feet for hours at a time. A semester long commitment of 16 hrs per week is required.

To inquire about this position:
Please send resume and cover letter (email preferred) to:
Caitlin Gettler, Wildlife Care Supervisor
cgettler@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 S Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

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Seasonal

Crops Apprenticeships
Location: Lincoln, MA

Drumlin Farm is a Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary and working educational farm with a mixed vegetable and livestock operation. Our Crops Apprenticeships begin between April and June and run through the end of October. In the field, apprentices work closely with the Crops Manager to learn how to use organic methods to maintain soil health, control pests and weeds, and grow a wide range of vegetables, fruits, and cut flowers.

Our apprenticeship is distinct in that all apprentices, in addition to learning organic farming methods, learn a wide variety of direct-marketing techniques. On 15 acres, we operate a 150 member Summer CSA, a 115 member Winter CSA, attend the high-paced Union Square Somerville farmers market every Saturday, harvest weekly for Cambridge and Somerville chefs, maintain a daily farmstand, and make and market our own pesto. This year we will also be expanding our CSA program by offering delivered box shares to Cambridge and Somerville. Apprentices participate in all methods of selling the food they help grow.

Apprentices also gain management experience as they help organize volunteer, school and summer camp groups. Apprentices deepen their on-farm education by attending regular meetings of the Collaborative Regional Alliance of Farmer Training (CRAFT) of Eastern Massachusetts. These farm visits allow apprentices to compare the growing practices and techniques of different area farms.

Hours vary with the progression of the season, but average about 50 per week.

Qualifications: Applicants should be physically fit, enthusiastic about sustainable agriculture, interested in cooking with the food they grow, willing to share their knowledge with the public, and willing to work with groups of adults and children.

Benefits: Compensation is competitive, with housing available for $25/week. Apprentices receive 3 days of paid time off during the season. Apprentices a share of the fruit, vegetables, eggs, pesto & meat (when available) produced on the farm.

To inquire about this position:
Please send a resume and letter of intent to:
Matthew Celona, Crops Manager
mcelona@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 S. Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773

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Volunteering with Mass Audubon
Drumlin Farm offers a variety of exciting volunteer opportunities and internships for people of all interests and experience levels. Volunteers are valued members of the Mass Audubon team and provide an important link to our local communities. Whether you have a lifetime interest in nature or are just getting started, Drumlin Farm has a place for you.

Volunteer

Drumlin Farm Community Preschool Volunteers
Location: Lincoln, MA

Do you love spending time outdoors through the changing New England seasons and are you motivated to support nature-based preschool teaching? Drumlin Farm Community Preschool is looking for volunteers to participate in our program as assistants for farm chores, habitat exploration, wildlife visits, planting and harvesting, arts, music, and science learning. Do you have a skill or talent you’d love to share with young children? We’d love to have you join us, too!

Qualifications: College graduate with a degree in Early Childhood Education or Environmental Education or interested in pursuing a career in the field of early childhood environmental education. Successful CORI/SORI check.

Three-month minimum commitment required for this position.

To inquire about this position:
Please contact:
Pam Sowizral, Volunteer Coordinator
psowizral@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 S Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773
(781) 259-2205

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Group Projects
Location: Lincoln, MA

Do you have a group that needs a community service project? If you do, then Drumlin Farm is the place for you. We are looking for groups between 10 and 25 people to volunteer on various projects around the farm. Chores may include crops field work, managing invasive plants, trail maintenance or other outdoor chores. Corporate groups are welcome.

To inquire about this position:
Contact:
Pam Sowizral, Volunteer Coordinator
psowizral@massaudubon.org
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
208 S Great Rd
Lincoln, MA 01773
(781) 259-2205

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