Preserve and Park Research Assistant - P. Bocko [Work Study]

Start Date: 7/1/2026
End Date: 8/22/2026
Number of Positions: One
Hours per Week: 15 hrs / wk
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Paul Bocko

Alternate Supervisor: Carol Renzelman

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 50%

Method to assess remote work: Staff meetings every other week, monitoring the nature preserve and implementation of a park research project are the outcomes.

Job Description

• The assistant will, in part, support management of the Horatio Colony Nature Preserve.
• Preserve duties include upkeep of cabin (2 hours) and upkeep of signage and supplies at the trailhead kiosk (2 hours).
• The most significant part of the position is the design, implementation, analysis, and documentation of a field research project at the Ashuelot River Park with a focus on collecting data to inform the possible removal or repair of a dam in the Ashuelot River (11 hours).
• Possibility for continuation into additional terms.

Qualifications

• Land management and field research experience is a plus.
• Experience in education is helpful. However, this is a job for sharing skills and learning more.
• Willingness to learn is the most important qualification.

Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? Yes

How to Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to supervisor.

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: Education Department - Horatio Colony Nature Preserve