Historic Preservation AmeriCorps Member

Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps•Duluth, MN

108d•Onsite

About The Position

Position: Historic Preservation AmeriCorps Member Living Allowance: $1,200 stipend every two weeks Location: Our office is based in Duluth, MN. Members will start and end each project there, but you will travel to sites all across the state in crew vehicles. Reports to: Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps (NBHPC) Staff Service Term: Full term: May 26, 2026 to October 21, 2026 (900 hours) Summer Only: May 26, 2026 to August 12, 2026 (450 hours) Education Award: Qualified student loans may be eligible for forbearance during the service term. The AmeriCorps Segal Education Award is granted after successful program completion and a minimum of service hours. The full-term award is $3,697.50, and the summer-only term is $1,956.35. Service Logistics: You will serve on a 9-day-on, 5-day-off schedule, serving 9-hour days from 8:00 am -5:30 pm. You must be able to commit to the hitch schedule for the duration of your term of service (with 3 days of built-in time off). While on hitch, you will camp at or near the site, prepare meals as a crew, transport our trailers, and complete the hands-on historic preservation project. Crews are typically 4-6 Corpsmembers, all 18+, with one dedicated Crew Leader. All AmeriCorps members are required to take a daily 30-minute lunch break that does not contribute to service hours. Position Summary: You will complete a variety of projects, including historic structure maintenance, cemetery preservation, roofing, masonry, window restoration, log maintenance, and general carpentry, while camping and exploring the greater Minnesota area. This position requires teamwork, flexibility, working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and some physically demanding projects. You will rotate through crew roles, such as safety, documentation, and fleet each hitch. You will work closely with Technical Instructors who provide hands-on training, and Project Hosts who set the project priorities.

Requirements

18+ years of age at the start of the program.
United States Citizen, United States National or Lawful Permanent Resident in the United States and provide documents as proof.
High School Diploma or working towards GED before using the award.
Ability to pass criminal history check: no positives on NSOPW (sex offender registry) and no history of violent offenses as determined by the FBI fingerprint database.
Verified identity through Government Issued ID and Social Security Number.
Functional knowledge and use of the English language, both oral and written.
Flexible schedule that allows the ability to travel and camp for extended periods of time.
Willingness to follow all crew policies and participate in a safe working environment, including PPE standards.
Ability to appropriately represent Northern Bedrock and the AmeriCorps Program.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job 10 hours per day: o Manual labor: heavy lifting, bending, and carrying up to 50 pounds o Attention to detail and willingness to follow standards for historic preservation o Repetitive cleaning and restoration of historic structures and objects o Walking/working on steep or uneven terrain o Working outdoors, rain or shine, in heat/cold, and dealing with insects and pests o Working, eating, and camping in the outdoors in all weather conditions
Access to reliable transportation for reporting to the crew meeting point in Duluth at the beginning of each project.
Strict agreement to not engage in any Prohibited Activities as defined in the Member Service Agreement during AmeriCorps hours.

Nice To Haves

Positive attitude.
Ability and desire to live and work with others in a team setting.
Interest in historic preservation, service learning, and community stewardship.
Effective communication skills.
Commitment to the full AmeriCorps service term (either full-season or summer-only).

Responsibilities

Contribute to a culture of safety, including wearing appropriate PPE at all times.
Start all hitches and service projects on time.
Preserve historic structures and landscapes as trained; ask for clarification when needed.
Collaborate as a team to resolve issues at service projects and spike camp.
Bring a positive attitude and strong service ethic to each hitch.
Show dependability by taking initiative and seeking responsibility.
Effectively use time management skills to complete project scope, individual tasks, and documentation.
Communicate effectively with fellow Members, staff, and others – including the public.
Honor others’ beliefs and emotions by resolving conflicts in a respectful manner and being receptive to feedback.
Learn and improve technical skills, such as tool usage and restoration techniques.
Learn leadership skills like conflict resolution, effective communication, prioritization and goal setting.
Perform crew roles thoroughly and attentively.
Commit to a growth mindset that allows you to make mistakes when learning new skills.