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Organization
Job Posted
August 17, 2023
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Remote
No
Contact Name
Shannon Borowy
Contact Email
sborowy@usaconservation.org
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
The ACE Members will directly assist the National Park Service engage the public in the history and significance of Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site to visitors. Members will share information and meanings behind natural cultural resources, as well provide other visitor services such as staffing the visitor center, collecting tour fees, issuing park passes, and driving the visitor shuttle. They will also care for the farm's goats.
Start Date: October 2, 2023 (flexibility may be available for the right candidate)
End Date: March 30, 2024
*a 26 week minimum commitment is required *
Typical duties include:
- Staffing the visitor center desks, collecting fees, and selling Sandburg-related sales items in the park store
- Creating and presenting formal interpretive programs to a variety of audiences
- Leading tours of the historic Sandburg home
- Driving the visitor shuttle
- Assisting in education programs
- Caring for goats at the farm area of the park including raking manure and feeding
For more information about ACE, the full position description and to apply, please visit the website https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/1007809.html
Compensation Information
Position Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE member is expected to contribute ~ 40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $680/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 here.
Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or NPS.
Grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, libraries, and other infrastructure are spread out by 5 miles or more. The Member must have a driver's license and a personal vehicle for personal commuting purposes.
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.