Individual Placement - Interpretation and Education AmeriCorps Member

Student Conservation Association

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Interpretation AmeriCorps members will be working alongside permanent and seasonal Interpretation staff and assist in staffing the Panther Junction Visitor Center. They will have an opportunity to receive training in supporting, creating, and presenting interpretation programs.

Requirements

Driver’s license
Interest in public land, environmental education, and public outreach efforts
Being a citizen, permanent resident, or national of the United States
Being at least 18 years or older
Having a high school diploma or equivalent or actively working to complete
Being willing to undergo National Service Criminal History Check after acceptance of position, including criminal background, sex offender and FBI checks
Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies, including people of varying personal perspectives.
Ability to understand and show respect for natural environments, locally significant locations, and local peoples.
Able to stay alert and engaged for extended periods of program time.
Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others.
Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time.
Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others.
Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions.
If using prescription medications, able to self-medicate by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing without supervisor assistance (except possibly at the direction of higher medical authority in emergency situations).
May need to lifts and/or carry items up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Staff the information desk, providing orientation and information to park visitors
Write permits for visitors including: backpacking permits, river permits, backcountry roadside camping permits, horse permits, and fishing permits
Explain Leave No Trace principles and park regulations to all permit holders
Operate a NPS fee register, selling park passes, entrance fees, and fees for backcountry permits
Work with kids and young adults who are looking to complete the Jr. Ranger Program
Work with volunteers throughout the park (Camp Hosts, PSAR volunteers, and Visitor Center Hosts) to ensure that everyone receives up-to-date information about visitors in their sphere of work
Handle Lost and Found inquiries and fill out Lost and Found forms for visitors
Answer the public information phone line and provide information to park visitors and the public
Respond to email requests from the public
Respond to education letters from schools seeking information about the park or materials for various school projects
Assist park staff with general operations and visitor activities as needed
Support park-led events, programs, or maintenance tasks when requested
Provide occasional assistance with park fuels management or related resource projects.