About The Position
American Conservation Experience (ACE), a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, seeks one TTAP Historic Infrastructure member to support historic building preservation projects at Natchez National Historical Park in Natchez, Mississippi. The member will work alongside the park’s preservation maintenance staff, receiving supervised fieldwork, mentorship, and hands-on instruction while developing practical skills in historic building preservation, traditional trades, and maintenance techniques. The primary assignment is historic building preservation. Duties may include assessing and documenting the condition of historic structures and building features; preparing surfaces and painting exterior finishes; maintaining historic doors, windows, shutters, porches, trim, and siding; performing minor wood repairs; assisting with basic carpentry and masonry maintenance; and learning appropriate preservation practices. Opportunities to gain experience in horticulture and cultural landscape stewardship may also be available when appropriate. This individual placement is intended to support professional development and exposure to land management agencies. The experience may be relevant to careers in historic preservation, traditional trades, carpentry, building maintenance, and cultural resource management. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week; specific work hours and days will be determined by the park. The expected service dates are January 4, 2027, through July 3, 2027, with a minimum 26-week commitment. The member will receive a living allowance of $720 per week, paid biweekly, to offset food and incidental expenses. Housing is not provided, and members must secure their own accommodations. The position also includes up to $1,500 in training travel reimbursement and a $1,000 professional development stipend. Members may be eligible for Public Land Corps hiring authority after completing their term and 640 hours of service, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Willingness and ability to represent ACE and the partner organization professionally, positively, and enthusiastically.
- Ability to work independently and contribute positively as a member of a group.
- Valid driver's license and an insurable driving record; documentation must be provided upon request.
- Must be at least 21 years old to drive under ACE insurance and liability requirements.
- Willingness to undergo and pass required criminal history checks.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must meet applicable Public Land Corps eligibility requirements.
- Must not participate in activities prohibited by the Member Service Agreement.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent walking, carrying, reaching, and tool use, and moving up to 40 pounds.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely use hand and power tools.
Nice To Haves
- Hold or be pursuing a high school diploma or GED.
- Interest in historic preservation, traditional trades, carpentry, construction, or building maintenance.
- Ability and willingness to work collaboratively and learn from experienced staff.
- Interest in historic structures, preservation techniques, and cultural resource stewardship.
- Enthusiasm for developing practical skills and exploring careers in historic preservation, traditional trades, and public land management.
Responsibilities
- Conduct condition assessments and document the condition of historic structures and building features.
- Prepare surfaces and paint exterior finishes.
- Assist with preservation and maintenance of historic doors, windows, shutters, porches, trim, and siding.
- Perform minor wood repairs and support maintenance of historic building materials.
- Assist with basic carpentry and masonry maintenance projects.
- Learn and apply appropriate preservation techniques and maintenance practices for historic infrastructure.
- Work alongside preservation maintenance staff and participate in supervised fieldwork, mentorship, and hands-on instruction.
- Complete biweekly timesheets, beginning-of-term feedback forms, end-of-term evaluations, and, for longer terms, a midterm evaluation.
- Follow applicable equipment training, certification, and safety protocols, including required use of personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Living allowance of $720 per week, dispersed biweekly.
- Up to $1,500 in training travel reimbursement for eligible required training expenses.
- $1,000 professional development stipend for career development and training opportunities.
- Potential eligibility for Public Land Corps federal hiring authority upon completion of the term and 640 hours of service, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
