Job Opportunities

The Brown Family Environmental Center seeks an Assistant Land Manager. Primary responsibilities include trail maintenance, light landscaping, and invasive species removal.  This is a 3 to 6 month appointment, with a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday.  The hourly rate is $15.00.

Essential Functions:

• Trail Maintenance - Regular trail maintenance includes but is not limited to mowing and trimming plants for accessibility.
• Grounds Work - Regular trimming around bluebird boxes, benches, interpretive panels.  Regular mowing in the Wildlife Garden area.
• Invasive Species Management – Removal of different invasive plant species and replanting natives as needed.
• Bluebird Monitor – Monitor bluebird trail as needed.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Success Factors

• Ability to take direction, work independently and work as part of a team.
• Previous experience with tools, including but not limited to push lawn mower, zero turn mower, tractor, hedge trimmer, weed eater, hand drill.
• Comfortable with physical outdoor work.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Willingness to acquire new skills as job responsibilities demand.
• Knowledge of BFEC a plus.
• Basic natural history knowledge a plus.

Working Conditions

This is an outdoor position and includes exposure to sun, pollen, insects, and poisonous plants, and requires the ability to work in heat, humidity, rain, and cold.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• At least 18 years of age

To apply:  submit cover letter, resume and contact information for two references.

Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to an inclusive environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.