The Nature Conservancy has been working on the Island since 1972, and officially launched the Block Island Program in 1991. The Nature Conservancy’s strength lies in its strong partnerships, local staff with extensive knowledge of Block Island’s ecology, and our use of proven, science-based strategies. With the help of partners, donors, and volunteers, the Island’s community-based conservation program has made significant progress in the last three decades with more than 47% of Block Island conserved for the benefit of people and wildlife. In recent years, TNC has initiated long-term monitoring of the Great Salt Pond, a large coastal salt pond, to become more knowledgeable of its ecological functions and values. This effort is part of our larger commitment to provide sound science and engagement opportunities to strengthen protection of Block Island’s unique natural resource.

The Block Island Education and Outreach Assistant provides support in all aspects of the Block Island Program. The Block Island Education and Outreach Assistant will assist in nature programs and staff the “Nature Hot Spots”; conduct trail maintenance and other stewardship activities; perform office duties; assist in scientific activities and biological monitoring. The Block Island Education and Outreach Assistant role will include:

• Ability to work long hours, including weekends and some evenings.
• Work requires occasional physical exertion and/or muscular strain.
• Work involves several disagreeable elements and/or exposure to job hazard’s where there is some possibility of injury.

Become a force for nature and a healthy planet by joining the Block Island team!  We are looking for an excellent communicator with proven ability to deal with the general public in a friendly, outgoing & professional manner.  This is a 11-week position beginning on June 12, 2023 through August 25, 2023.  There are three positions, 30-35 hours per week (COVID permitting). Housing is available.