Description

Job Dates:            full-time position

Announcement:       Posted April 16, 2026

Job Description:

The ecology assistant position supports, and is supervised by, the land bank ecologist and the land bank livestock manager by performing environmental surveys and participating in the restoration grazing program on some 4000 acres of Martha’s Vineyard conservation land.  In addition, the assistant supervises the field activities of a number of seasonal ecology interns and is responsible for synthesizing, analyzing and mapping data — on both site and community levels — gathered by them.  Please refer to the formal job description listed on the land bank website at https://www.mvlandbank.com/notices/employment-opportunities.

Hours and Remuneration:

The position is based on a (40) hour workweek with an hour paid lunch. Remuneration will be set according to experience. Health insurance benefits are provided with the position. Housing is available with minimal caretaking responsibilities that are required of all tenants in exchange for housing.

To Apply:

Complete your ecology assistant application following the link on the land bank website at https://www.mvlandbank.com/notices/employment-opportunities.  Applicants that do not submit an ecology assistant application through the land bank portal will not be considered. Your completed application packet should include: 1) land bank ecology assistant employment application; 2) current resume including the names and contacts of three references; and 3) a cover letter. Your references will be contacted only if you are included in the final round of interviews.

Interviews will be conducted in person or by telephone. Please contact Julie Russell, julie.russell@vineyardlandbank.com or (508) 294- 6653 if you have questions or require additional information concerning this announcement.

Application Deadline: May 8, 2026, end of day

Requirements

Skills needed:

We are looking for the applicant that is most suited for the position and will consider qualifications supplemental to those described in the appended job description.  Candidate who enjoys the out-of-doors, are organized, reliable, have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude are well suited for this position. Successful applicants must possess

• B.S. or greater in wildlife biology/management, botany, ecology, zoology, environmental science, or related field;
• strong foundation in basic field skills related to avian and vegetation surveys;
• prior coursework or equivalent field experience in identifying birds by sight and sound, using a dichotomous key to identify plants, entomology, scientific writing, ArcPro and RStudio is desirable
• effective communication and leadership skills using sound judgment in field-based work; ability to work both independently and as part of a team in physically demanding settings and field conditions
• strong written and verbal communication skills;
• and have own vehicle transportation.  We are looking for a candidate that enjoys the out-of-doors, is organized, reliable, has a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

Additional skills in small livestock husbandry, use of electro-netting and restoration grazing techniques are desirable, but not required.