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The Trustees is an organization with a fascinating past and an exciting future. Our places are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in what we do. Founded in 1891, by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts and work to protect special places across the state. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 25,000+ acres on more than 100 reservations that are all open to the public. We are a nonprofit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and more than 40,000 members.

Our seasonal staff plays an integral role in ensuring that our visitors enjoy our extraordinary places.  With the change to warmer temperatures, we experience an influx of visitors of all ages and backgrounds who want to explore and be inspired by our properties.  Sandy beaches, wooded trails, cultural gardens, historic homes, community supported agriculture—there are many ways for visitors to discover and explore The Trustees, and just as many opportunities for seasonal employees to make each visitor’s experience special.

Position Summary:

The Front Desk/Guest Services staff assists with all functions related to the day-to-day operations at the Inn at Castle Hill. The Inn at Castle Hill is located on the Crane Estate in Ipswich, MA. Day-to-day functions include, but are not limited to, checking guests in and out, taking reservations and being a host to the guests by providing all aspects of guest service. Candidates must have excellent communication skills. The Guest Services staff reports to the Innkeeper and the Assistant Innkeeper.

A Front Desk staff member is expected to work a morning shift 7:30am – 2:00pm, or an evening shift 3:00pm-10:00pm. This is a part time position expected to work approximately 16-24 hours per week. This is a seasonal position anticipated to begin in April and end in early January. The rate of pay for this position is $12/hour.

Essential Functions:

• Check guests into Inn.
• Post all cash, credit card and other payment information in an accurate manner.
• Settling credit card transactions and handling end of day reports.
• Answer telephones.
• Take reservations in accurate and efficient manner.
• Serve food and beverage at meals, teas and functions.
• Offer, prepare and serve cocktails to guests.
• Help with guest requests as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications:

• Experience in guest/customer service preferred
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Able to carry luggage up multiple flights of stairs
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

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

How To Apply:

APPLY NOW – Front Desk Staff

Click here to see all job opportunities at The Trustees of Reservations

No phone calls please.

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

Apply by:
June 17, 2015

About this Organization:
The Trustees of Reservations is one of Massachusetts’ largest non-profits and the nation’s first conservation and preservation organization. We preserve and protect places of natural, scenic and historic beauty and hold these “reservations” in “trust” for public use and enjoyment. Our passion is to improve the quality of life in the Commonwealth, using our properties and their many programs as a powerful and compelling platform to engage more residents and visitors in our mission-driven work. We believe in protecting the irreplaceable forever, for everyone.  Today, we care for 112 special reservations — from beaches to farms, gardens and historic sites – within minutes of every resident. Funded and supported entirely by our nearly 2 million visitors and supporters, and more than 100,000 members, we invite you to find your place.

This is an exciting PAID internship opportunity for a recent college graduate or graduate student interested in marketing and social media management for a non-profit organization.  The candidate will assist both the Development and Education Departments with administrative tasks, managing social media platforms, organizing and creating press releases, in addition to sending out monthly newsletters, researching Old North in the News and national ad campaigns, and maintaining digital photo files and website updates. Our interns gain direct experience in historic interpretation and digital humanities.

Responsibilities will include primary and secondary source research, interpretation, web content editing, interaction/interviews with Old North educator staff and visitors.  Most importantly, this intern will be responsible for implementation of a new social media program.

A monthly stipend will be paid for this part-time position.  Candidate must be available to work three business days or 24 hours per week

Requirements:

–At least 1 year of experience in a combination of social media, online journalism, or digital storytelling, with demonstrated success building audience and increasing engagement numbers.

–Ability to draft tight, compelling copy for use on multiple social media platforms.

–A deep understanding of the evolving social media landscape, including knowledge of the best practices for multiple social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.)

–Capacity to identify trends in social media with an eye toward new audience-building and engagement opportunities.

–Experience making GIFs!

–Familiarity with html and website management

–Running reports on social analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Facebook Business, etc.

–Proven experience running successful social media campaigns, with links or examples to share.

Qualifications:
Open to recent college graduates, or grad students. Undergrad communications and marketing majors encouraged. In addition to the requirements above, applicant must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, experience with Internet research, data entry, basic office tasks, and excellent communications skills, in addition to being able to work independently. Experience volunteering or working in non-profit office administration considered a plus.

How To Apply:

To apply for this paid internship, please send a resume and cover letter to development@oldnorth.com. IMPORTANT – PLEASE INCLUDE THE NAME OF THIS INTERNSHIP IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR E-MAIL. No phone calls please.

Apply by:
May 08, 2015

About this Organization:
Steeped in history and rich in tradition, the Old North is one of America’s best known National Landmarks, and—with a half million guests each year—is Boston’s most visited historic site.

From the steeple of the Old North, on the evening of April 18, 1775, the Church sexton, Robert Newman, held high the two signal lanterns that were a warning from Paul Revere to the other Colonial Patriots that British troops were marching to Lexington and Concord to arrest John Hancock and Sam Adams, and to seize the Colonials’ store of ammunition.

The display of the two lanterns set in motion the momentous ride of Paul Revere, and is widely regarded as the spark that ignited the American War of Independence. The historic events of April 18, 1775, were immortalized in Longfellow’s poem Paul Revere’s Ride.

The Church is also an extraordinary example of Georgian architecture of the early 18th century with much of its original building fabric intact. Its association with the evolution of Boston as a mercantile center; with the beginnings of the American War of Independence and the founding of the United States; with the struggle to reconcile democratic values with the struggle against slavery as expressed in Longfellow’s poem; with the story of the North End moving from the city’s original settlement through successive immigrant groups to a vibrant 21st century waterfront community—all present a broad spectrum of opportunities for creative and engaging education and interpretation.

Boston Children’s Museum seeks a talented advancement professional to serve as Vice President of Development and to lead and grow an ambitious fundraising and community engagement program.  The Vice President of Development (VP) will partner with visionary staff and volunteer leadership, building on the Museum’s solid foundation, and craft and implement a comprehensive development plan that will enable the Museum to fully meet its cultural and educational mission.

Philanthropy plays an increasingly vital role in the Museum’s ability to serve children, families and the broader community. The Vice President of Development will build a foundation of enduring philanthropic support for BCM’s vision to “Create the Children’s Museum of the 21st century.”

About the Opportunity
Reporting to the President/CEO, the Vice President of Development’s primary focus will be to align development strategy with BCM’s vision for the future.  The VP serves as chief strategist for fundraising, and will be charged with increasing philanthropic and membership revenue for the Museum for ongoing and innovative programming and community outreach.

The VP oversees a team of five, and will manage all facets of a fully integrated advancement program including annual giving, events, membership, corporate and foundation giving and leadership giving from individuals.  The VP will also have a personal portfolio of top donors and prospects, and will be expected to solicit and close major gifts. The VP will also oversee the CEO/President, board members and BCM staff in additional solicitations.  Additionally, she/he will oversee the trustee and overseer activities in identifying, building, and cultivating relationships from their own networks and the museum’s constituents.

Key Responsibilities
The Vice President for Development will:

• Plan and execute a moves management approach to individual giving to increase major and planned gifts.
• Work closely with the President/CEO to design, plan and execute a strategy to increase support from members of the board of directors, overseers, key contributors and other critical benefactors in the community to broaden the base of support for the Museum.
• Work with staff members, the board of directors and overseers to proactively enhance, expand, and execute the development effort, building current and new relationships.
• Manage and expand the capacity of the current development team of five.
• Manage the development department budgets, including Museum membership, ensuring that both income and expenses goals are met.
• Supervise the appropriate use of donor software and reporting, ensuring donor privacy, data accuracy and timeliness of acknowledgements and reporting.
• Establish development policies, systems, and procedures, with a special emphasis on professionalism and ethical standards for soliciting, acknowledging, tracking and reporting gifts.
• Develop solicitations/support materials with the intent to attract new gifts and upgrade gifts from existing donors.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and utilization of fundraising best practices and internal and external customer service.

For more information on Boston Children’s Museum please visit: www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org

On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BostonChildrensMuseum

On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BostonChildrenMuseum

Qualifications:

• Appreciation of the Museum’s mission and ability to be an effective spokesperson
• Ability to serve as a trusted partner to visionary leadership and senior management
• 10+ years of development leadership & experience in a mid-sized or larger non-profit organization
• Major gift solicitation experience, having secured major donations (6 to 7 figures)
• Proven success in fund-raising from individuals including prospect identification, cultivation, and stewardship
• Experience developing and executing multi-year gift strategies from individuals, corporations, foundations and events
• Experience leading a team focused on the support necessary for successful fund-raising
• Master’s degree preferred

How To Apply:

Please email your cover letter and resume in confidence to:

Tracy Marshall, Vice President for Executive Search Services

tmarshall@developmentguild.com

For more information on Development Guild/DDI please visit:  www.developmentguild.com

Apply by:
June 15, 2015

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

About this Organization:
Boston Children’s Museum engages children and families in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning.