The Trails Specialist is responsible for identifying and executing trails specific stewardship needs as directed by the Associate Field Director. The Trails Specialist provides leadership to seasonal staff and volunteers as needed. This position is also responsible for performing assessments for Trails and Entrances in their region and scoping the associated work orders. This position is primarily field based with some administrative tasks. This role reports to the Associate Field Director and works in tandem and in collaboration with other regionally based stewardship and trails positions.
The Trail Specialist requires dedication to maintenance and restoration of trails and other resources, desire to learn and develop various leadership and trail skills, a willingness and ability to work hard outdoors, demonstrate a commitment to safety, a proven ability to work collaboratively on project management, experience training and leading volunteers and seasonal staff, a self-motivated ability to work independently, and an aptitude for working with technology.