Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP) Member - Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

EPIC • Cornish, NH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to contribute to historic preservation projects alongside Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park staff. These opportunities are intended for enthusiastic individuals who possess an interest in gaining experience in the field of historic preservation. No background or previous experience in construction or historic preservation required. Training for all tools and activities will be provided by park staff professionals. For more information about the National Park Service's Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP), please visit our website. For more information about ACE, please visit our website. Start Date: April 13, 2026 Estimated End Date: October 09, 2026 a 26-week minimum commitment is required Location Details/Description: Known as the "National Park for the Arts," Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park celebrates the gardens, home, studio and art of internationally renowned sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). The park is in the picturesque rural community of Cornish, New Hampshire, about thirty minutes from the large college town of Hanover. Stretching along the Connecticut River, the park's 190 acres of formal gardens, open fields, and dense forest is punctuated with twenty historic buildings all linked through hiking trails. In partnership with the nonprofit Saint-Gaudens Memorial, the site promotes the arts through exhibitions, special events, and programs throughout the summer. For more information about Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, please visit the NPS website. Position Overview: Carpentry projects consist of a historic fence install, repair/replacing deck boards, and window repairs on multiple buildings. These projects require operating vehicles, painting, using hand tools, and power tools. We will also be working on some historic trails, assisting the curatorial staff with statue cleaning/waxing, as well as building and installing exhibits for the art gallery. There will be some cross training with Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller which may include facilities operations, maintenance and repairs. This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different c onservation fields and shadowing different work groups. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM-3:30PM

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).
• Members must be 21+ to drive due to ACE's insurance and liability requirements.
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability and willingness to learn and work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Deep interest in historic preservation.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry projects consist of a historic fence install, repair/replacing deck boards, and window repairs on multiple buildings.
• Operating vehicles, painting, using hand tools, and power tools.
• Working on some historic trails
• Assisting the curatorial staff with statue cleaning/waxing
• Building and installing exhibits for the art gallery.
• Cross training with Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller which may include facilities operations, maintenance and repairs.

Benefits

• Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $720/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
• Housing: A housing allowance of $1,000/month will be provided for the duration of the term.
• Professional Development Stipend: $1,000 of professional development funds will be available to participants for pre-approved uses.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED