Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is Massachusetts’ premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do.

We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, Posting Information: Salary/Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $18.00 Job Classification: Nonexempt, Part-Time Powisset Farm, Dover, MA Are you interested in providing hands‑on experiences for children in Powisset Farm’s fields and forests, children’s garden, lively barnyard, and teaching kitchen?

Our unique farm programs connect children to the land and the natural systems that support us all, while spending time outdoors, exploring, and having fun.

Powisset

Farm is a 109‑acre working CSA vegetable farm with a vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, culinary program for all ages, scenic trails, engaging education programs, and deep history that make this a special place to visit and work. As a Youth Programs Event Assistant, you’ll have a unique opportunity to work with children ages 2 to 17. Working with this vast age range means you’ll grow your experience working and learning with youth at different stages of their development.





The primary role of the Youth Programs Event Assistant is to promote membership to families and engage and excite visitors, program participants, and private lessees at Powisset Farm in Dover, MA. The position is part‑time, year‑round, often on weekday afternoons, weekends, evenings and holidays.

The Youth Programs Event

Assistant is responsible for assisting with on‑site execution of children’s public programs and private events (including birthday parties and field trips) in the farm kitchen/classroom or outdoors. Tasks may range from leading children through activities, event set up (moving tables and chairs), greeting/checking‑in participants upon arrival, assisting with youth cooking classes (material set up, washing dishes, cleaning, assisting participants), selling memberships and providing membership information to festival attendees, and more. At all events and programs, the Youth Programs Event Assistant will educate and encourage visitors to support The Trustees through a variety of outlets.

Assist Youth Programs

Manager with event set up such as moving tables & chairs, organizing program supplies, decorating, providing Trustees marketing and educational material. Assist chef instructors with cooking classes, which could entail setting‑up cooking stations, assisting participants, washing dishes, food prep, and cleaning. Assist with adult public programs in addition to youth events, as needed.

Assist with private events and liaise with private lessees on site.



sell memberships on site using Siriusware software. Lead participants through the barnyard and maintain the safety of guests and animals (barnyard training provided). provide exceptional customer service by answering questions, problem solving and directing visitors, as needed. Keep event areas organized, clean, and orderly to deliver a positive visitor experience.

Perform opening and closing procedures during each shift and perform cash or credit sales transactions. Use basic computer skills and have the ability to learn new systems, including processing credit card transactions and logging hours. This is a part time, nonexempt position working up to 20 hours per week reporting directly to the Youth Programs Manager. enjoys working with the public including children and families.

Dependable, available to work weekends, holidays and occasional evenings. Flexibility to work nights and weekends is required. Variable outdoor weather conditions. Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity: The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission. Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

📌 Youth Programs Event Assistant (Dover)
🏢 The Trustees of Reservations
📍 Dover