Seasonal Special Police Officer Job at The Trustees of Reservations in Ipswich

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Who We Are

The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation's premier conservation and preservation organization founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers. It preserves 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. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including over 27,000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non‑profit, we are funded and supported entirely by visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 member households. Learn more at www.thetrustees.org.

Posting Information

• Salary/Hourly Rate: $20‑$22/hour
• Hours per week: 8‑32 hours
• Job Classification: Nonexempt, Limited‑term
• Job Type: Onsite
• Duration: Variable. Peak season is May 14th – September 7th
• Location: Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA

What You’ll Do

Visited by more than 350,000 people annually, Crane Beach remains a national model for balancing conservation of diverse natural habitats and wildlife. As a Seasonal Special Police Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a positive experience for thousands of visitors each year by safeguarding public safety, protecting natural resources, educating visitors, monitoring and enforcing state, local, and organizational rules, and properly reporting and recording incidents. Specials promote the organization and its mission by knowing the history of The Trustees, the Crane property, and its features, assisting with special events, and occasionally staffing entrance stations, parking lots, and performing related duties.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure effective communication and enforcement of Crane regulations and policies, state and local laws as established by the Chief of the Ipswich Police, the Property Business Manager, and the Crane Beach Public Safety Manager. This includes the right to use police powers as determined by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Provide security services both routine and event specific for Crane Beach, its entry gate, parking lot, and the Crane Estate through regular patrols and a visible security presence.
• Uphold standards for diligent record keeping and incident reporting.
• Ensure proper operation and care of all assigned equipment including trucks, ATVs, and portable radios.

This is a limited‑term position, 8‑32 hours/week, reporting directly to the Crane Beach Public Safety Manager.

Requirements

What You’ll Need

Skills and Experience

Required

• Applicants must currently be active in, fully qualified for, or recently retired from a law‑enforcement career.
• Upon hiring, participation and successful completion of all MPTC continuing education courses and other training and upkeep determined by IPD guidelines is mandatory.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with record/log keeping and public safety documentation.
• Good natured, motivating team player, with strong communication skills and work ethic.
• Radio communication experience.
• Exceptionally strong customer service and communication skills.
• Must be capable of effectively handling high‑pressure situations while remaining calm.
• Must be comfortable on their feet for extended periods of time walking on challenging terrain, including hiking our trail system and sandy beach.
• Candidates must strongly demonstrate punctuality and reliability.
• Candidates must thrive both in team and independent work environments.
• Candidates will be able to fill evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Maintain standards as specified by the Ipswich Police Chief, including Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council certification, “First Responder” certification (3‑year renewal basis), “CPR” certification (1‑year renewal basis), and defibrillator certification (1‑year basis).

Preferred

• Additional experience/background in public safety, recreation, or natural resource management is a plus.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be active in, fully qualified for, or recently retired from a law‑enforcement career.
• Must pass screening and swearing‑in procedures of the Ipswich Police Department.
• Must be available to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Current authorization to work in the United States; a candidate must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees’ driving policy.

Don't quite have all the skills and experience listed above? We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

Questions? Contact our People team at people@thetrustees.org!

Benefits

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.
• Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
• Discounts: 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.

The Trustees' commitment to advancing the organization's vision for this work may be found at: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at people@thetrustees.org.