Deadline: Tue, 05/23/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: American Conservation Experience Job Field: Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Oregon Location Detail: Portland, Oregon Job Description: The Member participates closely with National Park rangers to provide a quality visitor experience for the public. The member will also have opportunities to design, deliver, and evaluate programs in the park. Projects may include developing new materials, maintaining program statistics, and creating visual aids. The Member will conduct basic research of topics for the purpose of developing and presenting interpretative programs, both orally and/or in writing. The Member will present a variety of formal and informal programs, including orientation talks, conducted walks, and cultural demonstrations. Main area of responsibility will be to staff the park’s visitor center. The Member will learn park resources by reviewing published maps, park research materials, and other documents previously prepared by park rangers / other professionals and by talking with park staff. The Member may also assist with one-time or annual celebrations related to programs/themes of the park and other special events. Qualifications: Required: Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner. Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group. A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request). Willing to undergo and must pass the required three-part criminal history check. Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation. Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement [or as defined by AmeriCorps To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements. Preferred: Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as interpretation, education, history, Pacific Northwest history, preservation, recreation management. Comfortable speaking in front of an audience Has worked with underrepresented groups/perspectives in the past. Ability and willingness to work with school-aged visitors, and visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Ability and willingness to talk about complex and controversial topics. Interest in Native American history and the National Park Service. Salary: $600/Week Benefits: Position Benefits Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $600/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly. AmeriCorps Education Award Program: position may be eligible for an 1700-hour AmeriCorps Education Award while serving under the EAP 2022/23 grant year program, valued up to $6,495 upon successful completion of their term. Loan Forbearance: AmeriCorps members may also be eligible for federal loan forbearance. Additional enrollment steps are required. Qualifying Child Care Coverage: AmeriCorps members may also be eligible for qualifying childcare coverage. Additional enrollment steps are required. Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility or view general information online https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements. Housing: ACE members will be accommodated in provided housing at no cost for the duration of the term. Travel and Professional Development Allowance: ACE members will have access to up to $1,500 to be used for eligible relocation expenses. Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process. Additionally, the ACE member is eligible for up to $1,000 to be used towards project related travel. Gear Allowance: ACE members will have up to $115 to spend on eligible gear purchases. Eligible gear for this and must be approved by ACE staff prior to purchase. Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support. Specific training may include defensive driving, Foundations of Interpretation, on-the-ground interpretation and education training (in concepts such as tangibles, intangibles, universals, and audience centered experiences), interpretive writing, cultural sensitivity, etc. How to Apply: To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/969662.html. Early consideration will be given as resumes are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact EPIC ACE Member Coordinator, Deja Charles at dcharles@usaconservation.org.
