Shared Values
The School for Field Studies (SFS) staff are creative, hard-working, patient, tolerant, people-focused professionals with a sense of commitment to environmental advocacy through education and grass-roots, community-based action.
Work That Matters
With 30 years in an evolving niche industry we pioneered, SFS is the leader in college field study abroad programs with research and community development goals in coastal ecosystems, marine resource conservation, tropical rainforests, and wildlife management.
Technology and cross-departmental initiatives empower our staff to collaborate and impact the organization and ultimately the global communities we serve.New Employee Welcome
The unique culture starts when new employees are immediately embraced by SFS on their first day. At headquarters, you will be greeted at the front desk and given a tour of the office. The first week, new hires have the opportunity to meet individually with every department, including the President. This initiation provides a warm welcome and provides the framework for a successful transition into your new role at SFS.
Employee Recognition Program
Our Superb Teamwork and Role model (S.T.A.R.) employee recognition program is another unique aspect of our culture. Two employees are recognized semi-annually. In addition to receiving a certificate, SFS gear, a designation logo for their email, and recognition through SFS's internal email to all staff/faculty, employees also receive a cash bonus.
SFS also recognizes employees for length of service. Annual parties at each field center recognize employment anniversaries at five-year intervals. The honorees receive a certificate and a cash bonus based on their years of service.Work/Life Balance
SFS encourages an equitable work/life balance for all employees. We support this by offering flexible work schedules, telecommuting, and an Employee Assistance Program that is open to employees and their families.A Fun, Happy Place
SFS believes the workplace should be a fun and happy place. SFS offers a casual dress work environment at its Headquarters and field centers and strives to reduce the stresses that are part of everyday life.
At headquarters, employees have occasional game days, enjoying Nintendo Wii tournaments and native games from our field center host countries. SFS provides free parking, as well as coffee and tea every day! Animal lovers can also enjoy bringing their pets to the office (as long as they are well-trained!)
SFS Equal Opportunity Employment Pledge
SFS is committed to provide equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, caste, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetics, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, national origin or ancestry, ethnic origin, or veteran status.
Due to national regulations in Turks & Caicos Islands, a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment for all TCI positions.
Inquiries regarding SFS's compliance with equal opportunity legislation may be directed to Michael Teichberg, Human Resources Manager, The School for Field Studies, 100 Cummings Center, Suite 534-G, Beverly, MA 01915; telephone 978.219.5107; or with the EEOC at http://www.eeoc.gov/employees/howtofile.cfm.
