Goatherd: The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank seeks two individuals to assist during the summer season in the ecological goat grazing program. The Land Bank has established a goat grazing program with approximately 150 goats to reclaim old fields and manage invasive and aggressive plant species. The goatherds will work with the Land Bank Ecologist and Staff to implement summer grazing rotations and data collection for an ongoing grazing ecology experiment. Typical Goatherd Duties Include: • Setting up and taking down moveable electric fence at specific grazing locations • Cutting fence line ahead with a walk-behind mower • Bringing water and minerals to goats daily with water tank in truck • Assessing the goat herd’s health daily • Assisting Land Bank Staff with movin

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