What is a Public Engagement Ranger?: 

Our team of Public Engagement Rangers have a key role in helping visitors to engage with the wonderful wildlife of Far Ings. They are ambassadors for appropriate site use and provide information, guidance and maps to the public while out on the reserve. They also note important wildlife sightings and report any maintenance problems on the reserve to the warden.

What’s involved:

• Wearing Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust identification such as a high-vis and lanyard and walking around the reserve to engage with the public.
• Representing the Trust in an appropriate manner when on-site and inspire others to support us by referring any visitors to further information.
• Provide information to give visitors a deeper appreciation of Far Ings’ wonderful wildlife.
• Reporting any damage, incidents and activities to staff via regular reporting arrangements. 
• Always acting in accordance with the risk assessment for the task provided.
• Adherence to the Volunteer Charter, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Undertaking appropriate in-house training appropriate to the role.

Who would this role suit?:

Essential skills/experience: 

• An infectious passion for nature and the natural world.
• A strong desire to inspire other about wildlife.
• A basic understanding of the needs of the public and native wildlife.
• Familiarity with Far Ings NNR and its wildlife.
• Sensible regard for health and safety.
• Understanding and support of the Wildlife Trust's principles of reserve management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
• The ability to work within guidelines set by the Education team.

Desirable skills/experience:

• A genuine interest in conservation and wildlife.
• An affinity with and commitment to the aims of the Wildlife Trust.
• Wildlife Identification Skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Free car Parking at the Far Ings Education Centre & Ness End Farm.
• The opportunity to share a love and knowledge of wildlife and the natural world.
• Role specific training.
• Playing a key part in the Public Engagement & Communications team, helping visitors enjoy Far Ings NNR in a considerate way. 
• Branded clothing whilst on site.

Commitment: 3-6 hours per week/ as often as desired

Duration: Ongoing 

If this appeals to you, please complete the attached expression of interest form. You may be invited to come and try out the role.