Bear Yuba Land Trust
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Overview:
The Trailkeepers summer internship program is a part-time paid position at $15/hr for June – August 2024. Selected BYLT trails will have a Trailkeeper booth on Saturdays during the hours of 7:30am – 12:30pm to conduct outreach with the public. We are seeking Trailkeepers who can commit to the full season of work. This opportunity is excellent for those who have a passion and interest in outdoor recreation, advocacy, and conservation work. The Trailkeepers will report to BYLT’s Community Engagement Manager.
Trailkeeper will be trained to perform the following tasks:
- Setting up a small information/outreach booth at the trailhead.
- Collecting survey data to help inform decision making about local recreational amenities.
- Provide information about native flora and fauna on the trails.
- Provide information about trail etiquette and safety.
- Oversee Trailkeeper volunteers who will be assisting the Trailkeeper intern throughout the season.
Qualifications:
- Interest in public outreach and comfortable working directly with the public
- Reliable
- Ability to represent BYLT in a professional and positive manner
- Able to commit to Saturday morning shifts every week during the summer
- Collaborates and communicates effectively with others
- Positive attitude
- Ability to learn about BYLT trails and programs
- Ability to promote BYLT’s mission to gain community support
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Set-up and tear-down of tabling booth
Please email your resume and cover letter to the Community Engagement Manager, Aleena Church at [email protected].
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