If you've ever imagined the rat race receding in your
rearview mirror as you set out to live in the middle of nowhere like a rough-hewn
character from Northern Exposure, then you've probably also been
stopped short by a question as compelling as your vision: 'How the hell
would I make a living?'
The answers to that question appear in The Caretaker
Gazette, a bimonthly newsletter that since 1983 has served as a meeting
ground and
help-wanted board for landowners looking for caretakers...
THE CARETAKER GAZETTE
matches property owners with caretakers to look after their spreads. 'For
those who are connected with the earth, but don't own land, caretaking
is an ideal career,' says Gary Dunn, publisher of the Boerne, TX,
newsletter. The May/June issue includes jobs on an Arizona horse ranch,
a goat-cheese farm in Massachusetts
and a Georgia farm 'with 15 acres of mountain land that needs clearing.'
IMAGINE STEPPING into a simpler life, situated on acres
of rural land, without a mortgage or rent to worry about. That is the
type of opportunity offered in The Caretaker Gazette, a bimonthly
newsletter that lists over 1,000 property-caretaking positions across the
country and beyond, as far away as Central America and the French West
Indies.
Taking Care of Caretakers
If you ever wanted to learn more about property caretaking opportunities,
have we got the newsletter for you. The Caretaker Gazette, published
since 1983, features job listings, profiles of fellow caretakers, and
letters to the editor. Most jobs are in the United States, but recently
there have been international listings in Central America and Spain. Written
and researched for landowners, interested
readers, and job seekers, the newsletter is privately owned and is published
bimonthly....
...The Hillses are among more than 10,000 property caretakers
working for camps, parks, nature preserves and individuals, according
to Gary Dunn, publisher of the Caretaker Gazette, a bimonthly newsletter
that takes classified ads from prospective caretakers and employers. The
field is growing, attracting recent college graduates and refugees from
the rat race, as well as artists, writers and
craftspeople--all of whom like to do their own thing when the day's chores
are done...
FULL-TIME ON-SITE RESIDENT PROPERTY CARETAKER NEEDED for a coastal condominium resort in Neskowin, Oregon. The pay rate is $1,700/month as the starting salary; one weeks’ paid vacation (seven days), and six days off per month. The benefit package also includes free rent, utilities, cable, and internet. Our resort is located in the quaint coastal village of Neskowin, just 10 miles north of Lincoln City, and 30 miles south of Tillamook. Work with a dynamic Homeowners Association Board of Directors to keep our facility running smoothly and comfortably. Enjoy the fresh ocean air and the panoramic views of Proposal Rock and Cascade Head that bring our guests back over and over again. No management or rental duties required. In addition to your monthly salary, an on-site one-bedroom apartment, complete with utilities, cable and internet are all provided as part of your unique experience working for xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. This would be perfect for retirees looking for a new adventure! The minimum job qualifications and requirements are as follows: • responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of common areas, including, but not limited to landscape maintenance such as lawn mowing, raking, weeding, trimming, blowing; flower beds, pesticide application, routine maintenance on the sprinkler system, watering and moving garden hoses; having experience with basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical; wiping down surfaces and cleaning as needed, and pressure washing • perform security checks twice daily and be versed in emergency procedures • liaison to contractors, suppliers, and homeowners; assist in bid procurement • regularly report to the Board by email and telephone • have excellent organizational and people skills • be self-motivated and skilled in time management Successful applicants will be able to work independently, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and utilize collaborative problem-solving skills and communication when interacting with homeowners and guests. Experience in the field of property management/maintenance is preferred. Please submit your cover letter and resume to xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Position open until filled.