Individual Placement - Interpretation Participant

Student Conservation Association

4h•$600•Onsite

About The Position

This individual placement is designed to expand interpretive operations at Horseshoe Bend National Military Park and support research that aligns with NPS goals for improved visitor experiences. Individuals will help gather new primary and secondary information that highlights park themes and stories, contributing to future interpretive products such as the rehabilitation of visitor experiences and building an immersive digital NPS app. Throughout the position, participants will engage in daily interpretive services including visitor center operations, guided and informal talks, program development, Junior Ranger activities, and general park support. They will also conduct foundational research to broaden the park’s narrative in accordance with the park’s Long Range Interpretive Plan. Ultimately, the project aims to develop individual's professional skills while fostering meaningful visitor connections to the Creek War battlefield for a broader understanding of the impact of this historic site.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident.
Willing and able to represent SCA in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
Possess a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
Willing to undergo and must pass the required two-part criminal history check.
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger.
Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.

Nice To Haves

Hold or be pursuing any collegiate degree program and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as History, American history, World history, Military history, the War of 1812, and the Creek War.
Knowledge of the causes of the Creek War is preferred.
Ability and willingness to be present and active in learning and development, understanding the field of interpretation skill sets, and attentive to assigned duties.
Deep interest in being part of a strong team that is rebuilding the interpretation division and participating in accomplishing the goal for broader perspectives told here.

Responsibilities

Staffing the visitor center desk and conducting interpretive programming for the public.
Working closely with volunteers, NPS, staff members, and park partners to provide information and informal interpretation in visitor center settings.
Conducting a variety of traditional ranger programs including interpretive tours, museum talks, guided hikes, educational programs for school groups, and aiding in specially scheduled tours of the battlefield.
Incorporating audience-centered techniques into programs and ensuring that all programs meet the new standards set forth in the Foundations of 21st Century Interpretation and TORE: Making a Difference on Purpose.
Reaching new audiences, exploring contemporary meanings of the battlefield, and engaging the local community, as well as the visiting public.
Helping with social media platforms.
Assisting with historic weapons demonstrations.
Performing audio-visual maintenance.
Engaging in interpretive writing.
Performing clerical duties.
Performing other duties as necessary.