Interpretation & Oral History Member

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Niobrara National Scenic River is seeking Two Members to contribute to interpretation and oral history projects alongside NPS Staff.

Position 1

Start Date: May 21, 2023

Estimated End Date: September 8, 2023

*a 16-week minimum commitment is required *

Position 2

Start Date: August 14, 2023

Estimated End Date: December 1, 2023

*a 16-week minimum commitment is required *

To apply for these position please visit: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/947230.html

For more information about ACE, please visit: www.usaconservation.org.

Location Details/Description: Niobrara National Scenic River (NIOB), Valentine, Nebraska.

The Niobrara National Scenic River is located in north-central Nebraska, approximately 300 miles (480 km) northwest of Omaha. Along the 76 mile stretch of the Niobrara are numerous waterfalls that empty into the river from the surrounding cliff and canyon walls. The Niobrara was designated as one of the 10 best rivers for canoeing in the United States. Considered an extraordinary example of a Great Plains river, the Niobrara is home to over 500 plant species, many at or beyond their usual range, including many not otherwise naturally found within several hundred miles.

For more information about Niobrara National Scenic River please visit https://www.nps.gov/niob/index.htm

Position Overview:

The applicant would assist the division of Interpretation, Education, and Volunteers with connecting to visitors to the Niobrara River and its watershed. This will be done through formal and informal programming, assisting park staff with the large quantity of visitors that can come to the river during the busy summer months. The member will also assist in calling potential people to be interviewed and get basic biographical information so that oral history volunteers in the early fall can set up and conduct oral history interviews. The applicant may need to assist with the interviews by providing some technical support.

• Participating in a variety of summer programming from Fishing Clinics to Summer Programs at the library and school.
• Assisting with ranger-guided canoe programs
• Presenting Junior Ranger programs to park visitors
• Developing an educational video for youth on the river
• Assisting with educational programs/field trips
• Answering questions and providing information at the visitor center desk
• Assisting with the oral history project.

The applicant will also throughout their time at Niobrara NSR be able to shadow other divisions to get an overall view of how the park functions.

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest, experience and which position start date you are interested in (or both), and contact information for three professional/academic references to the online application page for this position here:

https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/947230.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 Member Coordinator, Michael Knapp at mknapp@usaconservation.org.