Seasonal Ranger

Edmund Niles Huyck Preserve, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Ranger to work on its 2,000+-acre land preserve in Rensselaerville, NY. The role focuses on conservation, education, research, and recreation, supporting the organization's mission to preserve natural beauty and biodiversity while providing educational programs. Access to trails and recreational activities is available to the public. No specific degree is required for this position.
The Organization The Huyck Preserve, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located on a 2,000+-acre land preserve in Rensselaerville, New York, southwest of Albany, invites applications for the position of Seasonal Ranger. Founded in 1931, our mission is to preserve the natural beauty of the Rensselaerville Falls, the watershed of Lake Myosotis and surrounding lands; to conduct long-term research on natural systems as part of a global effort to understand and protect the Earth’s biodiversity; and to increase appreciation of this effort through innovative, field-based educational programs for students, teachers, and the community. The Preserve’s mission extends to four core areas: conservation, education, research, and recreation. Access to our 12+ miles of trails is free and trails are open from dawn to dusk year-round. The public may enjoy non-motorized boating and fishing on Lake Myosotis, and members holding a beach pass may swim in the lake during summer swim...