Earthlands  is  a  non-profit  educational  organization  whose  purpose  is  to  maintain  and  operate  a  resident  and day-use Sustainable Living  Center  that  educates,  informs,  and  models  sound  practices  of  global  ecological  living  through  the University  of  the  Wild educational program.

There is need for one or two coordinators in a collaborative capacity to operate and maintain Earthlands’ Main Lodge at 39 Glasheen Road in Petersham, MA (North Quabbin bioregion) to support and develop its programs and services. 

I. Facilities Responsibilities:

             

(1). Supervision of the daily caretaking of the Lodge, out-buildings, and grounds with attention to the local Board of Health requirements;

             

(2). Preparation of the Lodge and out-buildings prior to resident and day-use, including, house cleaning, sleeping room maintenance, cleaning and setting up the kitchens, and all else required by onsite programs using the facilities for gatherings and workshops. 

             

(3). Community involvement and support through a.) assistance with food shopping, food preparation, and meals, b.) participation in community meetings and deep sharing circles, and c.) overall support of all residents, guests, and volunteers;

             
(4). Involvement in large team-oriented projects affecting the Center, including cordwood projects, facilities maintenance, and selected carpentry jobs;

             
(5). Managing of special seasonal caretaking responsibilities, including, snow removal,  driveway maintenance, and water control.

             
(6). Stewardship of gardens, grounds, trails, teaching stations, and sacred sites; 

II. Personnel and Visitor Coordination:

(1). Supervise and coordinate interns, apprentices, volunteers, and other workers;

(2). Interact with and support all resident and non-resident guests, residents, and volunteers;

            
(3). Understand and experience of all aspects of the community and educational components of the Sustainable Living Center and the program/service operation;

III. Educational Programs Assistance:

             

(1). Facilitate the organization of Thursday evening seminar program aimed to engage the local community in sustainability ideas and praxis: the 2006 Sustainable Living Series.

             

(2). Contribute to the development and management of Earthlands' caretaker programs and University of the Wild educational offerings.

(3). Participate in the development of  the community surrounding the University of the Wild.

Time Period:

November 1, 2006 (or when filled) thru September 1, 2007. Flexible option to stay before and after specified time period. A year-long minimum commitment is required.


Compensation:

* a modest stipend per month

* room and board for working a flexible schedule of 25-30 hours per week

* lodging in a small, private, wood-heated cabin

* office space with access to Internet (DSL)

* involvement in community meals,  staff  meetings, community gatherings, and University of the Wild programs, which may go beyond required weekly hours

*recreational access to over 1000 acres of conservation land

Interview Process:

Prospective applicants should complete Earthlands' Application for Residency (linked below) and return it with a current resume and short cover letter expressing your interest and experience. All applicants will first be interviewed by phone then invited to an on-site resident interview. The application deadline is November 1, 2006 or until the position is filled.


For more information: Contact Larry Buell, Earthlands Director, (978) 724-3428 or larrybuell@earthlands.org

Click here to download an Application for Residency
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