Seasonal Site Lead
Better Place Forests
Seasonal Site Lead
Job details
Pay
- $31 - $33 an hour
Job type
- Temporary
- Full-time
Shift and schedule
- Weekends as needed
Full job description
Overview
Lead With Purpose. Work in Nature. Support Families.
Better Place Forests is a nonprofit organization dedicated to permanently protecting forest land while guiding meaningful end-of-life experiences deeply rooted in nature.
We’re hiring a Seasonal Site Lead to oversee daily operations at our conservation memorial forest in Falls Village, CT. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for safe forest operations, compassionate guest experiences, and strong team direction throughout the active season.
If you thrive outdoors, lead with steadiness and empathy, and take pride in operational excellence — this role is for you.
Duties
- Lead daily forest operations, including tours, memorial services, and site readiness
- Supervise and coach Forest Hosts to deliver consistent, compassionate experiences
- Oversee onboarding, training, scheduling, and daily team direction
- Maintain trails, facilities, equipment, and overall forest safety
- Monitor forest health and coordinate maintenance needs
- Ensure accurate memorial documentation and operational reporting
- Support local outreach and represent Better Place Forests in the community
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless guest experiences
This role requires balancing physical work, emotional intelligence, and operational leadership in an outdoor setting.
Experience
- Leadership or supervisory experience (hospitality, nonprofit, outdoor, or operations environments preferred)
- Experience leading teams and setting daily priorities
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable facilitating group experiences and speaking publicly
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Comfortable working with cremated remains
- Proficiency with digital tools (Google Workspace, CRM systems, scheduling platforms)
Experience in conservation, hospitality, end-of-life services, or mission-driven organizations is a plus.
Additional Requirements
- Weekend availability required (Friday–Sunday)
- Must be able to reliably commute to Falls Village, CT
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
- Comfortable working in remote outdoor locations
- CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Join us in shaping the future of conservation memorial forests and supporting families through meaningful end-of-life experiences in nature.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $31.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 35 per week
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday?
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person