Park Planning Member at Golden Gate National Recreation Area

EPIC•Sf, CA

About The Position

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to contribute to the park planning and design team at Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco, CA. For more information about ACE, please visit our website. Start Date: approx. 6/2/2026 Estimated End Date: 5/31/2027 a 30-week minimum commitment is required Location Details/Description: Golden Gate National Recreation Area encompasses multiple park sites such as Muir Woods National Monument, Alcatraz Island, Marin Headlands, Fort Point National Historic Site, and Crissy Field in the San Francisco area. The position will be located at Fort Mason, along the northern bayfront of San Francisco. Fort Mason is a former army post that is now the headquarters for Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The site is a beautiful oasis nestled between neighborhoods with plenty of amenities (restaurants, grocery stores, and recreational activities). Position Overview: The Planning division of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area prepares a variety of planning, design, and environmental documents to help guide management of park resources and visitor experience. The staff provide planning, project management, and project implementation expertise across a rich suite of projects that address site development, visitor access, trail connectivity, alternative transportation, and climate resiliency. The Park Planning Member will work with project managers to advance planning projects and field work on active projects throughout the park at locations that may include Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, Crissy Field, and Ocean Beach. The Park Planning Member will work with project managers to advance planning projects and field work on active projects throughout the park at locations that may include Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, Crissy Field, and Ocean Beach.

Requirements

Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.
Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
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.
ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement, please visit our website https://www.usaconservation.org/epic/#eligibility-requirements .

Nice To Haves

Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing an associate degree or bachelor's degree in Community Planning, Environmental Design, Landscape Architecture, or similar, and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such urban and regional planning and civic engagement.
Knowledge of planning or landscape architecture principles and practices is encouraged but not required.
Ability and willingness to engage in research and site analysis and synthesis, and/or experience with communication and outreach.
Interest in learning more about park planning and design.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, be accountable, and ask questions to supervisor when they arise.
Excellent communications skills; organizational skills; enthusiastic demeanor while working with the public and colleagues.
Computer experience with any or all of the following: Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel; Basic graphic design skills a plus: Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint.
Familiarly with collection, management, and application of GIS data also a plus.

Responsibilities

Performing trail assessments, mapping, and analysis
Performing research, data collection, mapping, and site analysis
Trail facility gap analysis
Assisting with project coordination and communication such as note taking and newsletters
Participating in stakeholder coordination and community engagement efforts
Working closely with park partners and other divisions
Drafting a clear vision of trail future trail improvements and priorities

Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~24 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $552/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the member and not provided by ACE or NPS.
Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support. Specific training may include required training for government computer users.

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