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June 29, 2023
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Contact Name
Victoria Yee
Contact Email
vyee@usaconservation.org
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United States
Summary
American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE member as a Teen Leader Program and Outreach Assistant Coordinator to contribute to improving community engagement through outreach and volunteerism alongside Vicksburg National Military Park staff.
For the full position announcement and to apply, please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/990735.html
For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org.
Start Date: July-September 2023 (flexibility available for the right candidate)
Estimated End Date: 52 weeks after start date
*a 52-week minimum commitment is required *
Location Details/Description: Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg, Mississippi
Located along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg National Military Park preserves the site of the American Civil War Battle of Vicksburg and commemorates the greater Vicksburg Campaign which led up to the battle. Today, Vicksburg National Military Park is home to over 1,300 monuments, tablets, and markers, earning the title of the largest outdoor art gallery in the world.
For more information about Vicksburg National Military Park, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/vick/index.htm
Position Overview:
The ACE Member will be increasing youth engagement in the park including volunteerism, strengthening connections to the wider Vicksburg community, and supporting the growth and success of partnerships, specifically the YMCA’s Teen Leaders program. They will be collaborating with YMCA staff on volunteer projects and leadership development programming for a group of youth selected for the year-long Teen Leaders program. The Member will be supporting park programming and increasing engagement with the local community, including underserved audiences through volunteer events, interpretive programming, and outreach.
Compensation Information
Position Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $810/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
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: Housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or the NPS partner. A reimbursable housing allowance of $300/month will be available.
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.