Individual Placement - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Participant

Student Conservation Association

2d

About The Position

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is the leading Federal provider of
outdoor recreation and attracts over 335 million visitors annually at 403 water
resources development projects operated in 43 states. Visitor safety as well as
stewardship of the natural resources are several of the primary missions in the
management of these projects. Interns will assist park rangers with water safety
outreach and visitor related duties.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English
• Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds
• Must wear SCA-provided attire while on duty

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an outdoor setting

Responsibilities

• The intern supports daily campground and recreation area operations with an emphasis on facility and grounds maintenance, cleanliness, and visitor assistance and support.
• Operation of Recreation One Stop system
• Visitor assistance duties
• Inspecting and maintaining campsites and common areas
• Repairing and maintaining signs, picnic tables, fire pits, and minor infrastructure
• Painting
• Litter removal
• Safety equipment inspections
• Cleaning fire pits
• Inspecting vacated campsites for damage
• Replenishing supplies
• Assisting with weed and pest control through approved spraying methods.
• Assists with routine safety checks of equipment
• Maintains records of completed work
• Reports maintenance or safety concerns to staff.
• Collecting, preparing, and organizing routine environmental and biological data consistent with their level of training.
• Assisting with field data collection alongside professional staff
• Using GPS to help locate, identify, or document
• Compiling information from office files, published sources, and other agencies
• Preparing simple maps, charts, tables, and summaries for environmental documents
• Assembling reports or project materials
• Interacting with visitors by providing general information and educating the public on campground rules, safety practices, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Supporting water safety programs
• Maintaining bulletin boards and informational displays
• Assisting with guided facility tours of the Power Plant
• Data collection, ANS and other duties as assigned.
• Provide interpretive support to a regional Visitor Center and answer general questions about the local area and operations of the dam/river.
• The position primarily supports the upkeep, safety, and functionality of recreation facilities while professionally representing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Benefits

• First Aid/CPR
• Interpretive Skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed