If you’re tired of your cubicle-based job and want something a bit more exciting and adventurous this year, The National Trust in England may have just the right job for you. According to a report, the National Trust is looking for someone to live and work as a ranger in a remote island for about $22,500 a year.
The Telegraph reports that the ranger will be assigned to work in the Farne Islands, and among the tasks include counting the 200 seal pups born on the island every year and surveying the 37,000 pairs of puffins in the area. The ranger is expected to be very hands-on as the job may even involve saving soaked Arctic tern chicks by drying them with a hairdryer.
National Trust countryside manager Gwen Potter said that being a ranger in the Farne Islands is definitely not a normal nine to five job.
“Being good with powerpoint is not a priority,” said Potter. “We’re looking for someone with a passion for wildlife and conversion—and who wants to share that with others.”
The Farne Islands lie off the coast of Northumberland and have been under the care of the National Trust since 1925. As the island is one of England’s oldest nature reserves, one can expect to see breathtaking views, stunning sunrises, and a thriving wildlife every day.
However, the job does come with risks, as rangers must protect themselves from dangers such as dive-bombing Arctic terns. Rangers are also expected to cope with the islands’ temperamental weather, as spring storms can result to them being marooned on the islands for weeks at a time. Living in the Ferne Islands is also a far cry from living in a beach resort, as there is no running water in the area. Potter said that all the water in the island is brought in by boats.
The application is ongoing until Feb. 7. If you’re interested and looking to make a change in your career, you can visit the National Trust official website’s career page right here.
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