Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) Assistant Member - Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

EPIC•Sandy Springs, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) Assistant Member to support Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area's volunteer program. The Assistant Volunteer Coordinator would be one of the primary point-of-contacts for people interested in volunteering and would be the conduit to connect volunteers to all divisions within the park. For more information about ACE, please visit our website. Start Date: Late February/March 2026start date flexible depending on candidate and onboarding needs Estimated End Date: 52 weeks after start a 52-week minimum commitment is required Location Details/Description: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Atlanta, GA. Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is "an ancient river in a modern city," and offers many opportunities to get outdoors, including hiking, rafting, and fishing. Atlanta is Georgia's largest city and capital, and a thriving international business and entertainment center Park headquarters and housing is just north of Atlanta, near the interstate, MARTA, and typical amenities (grocery store, retail shopping, post office, etc.). The park is in the northern suburbs of Atlanta and near the interstate and basic amenities (grocery store, retail shopping, post office, etc.). The park includes 48-river miles from Buford Dam to Peachtree Creek and 15 discontinuous land units. The park has one Visitor Center and units with trailheads, boat ramps, and picnic areas. For more information about Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, please visit the Parks website. Position Overview: The primary goal of this project is to increase public safety and visitor enjoyment of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area unit of the National Park Service by engaging volunteers in a wide variety of programs such as trash clean ups, trail days, graffiti removal, native species planting, citizen science, and several other opportunities while providing a meaningful learning experience for interns. The project will develop the workforce by mentoring young resource professionals in a controlled environment. The work completed through this project aligns with the park's mission. CHAT's Planning, Resources, and Education division (PRE) will train and mentor the ACE member completing this project. The position will: Train the ACE member on the NPS volunteer program The member will support the recruitment, training, and mentoring of all new volunteers Lead groups of volunteers in river and land trash based removals, trail maintenance, and other volunteer events Keep volunteers updated on upcoming events and assist with monthly volunteer meetings Assist the volunteer program manager with the volunteer database. 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 conservation fields and shadowing different work groups. Schedule: Work schedule would be Tuesday to Saturday 8am EST to 4pm ET, with some flexibility. Position Benefits Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $650/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly . This position is part of the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement must meet the PLC Eligibility Requirements to be considered for this position. Members may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. If the duration of a PLC-eligible term is not long enough for Members to accrue 640 hours of service (~16 weeks), the total hours served at the completion of the term may be eligible to be combined with hours accrued from another PLC-eligible term to meet the 640 hours requirement. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age (You must be between the ages of 16 and 30. Some agencies also interpret these guidelines to include veterans up to age 35) and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility, or view general eligibility information on our website. Housing: The ACE Member will be accommodated in park housing at no cost for the duration of the term. The shared quarters are located within walking distance of park headquarters and include a wi-fi, washer, dryer, kitchen, and shared common space. Individuals have private bedrooms. Please bring linens (twin xl). Travel Allowance: ACE members will have access to up to NTE $350 in reimbursable funds to be used for eligible travel expenses approved by the site before reimbursement is made. 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: education program delivery, customer service skills, interpretation, and public speaking.

Requirements

Members must be authorized to work in the United States. ACE does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
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 have relevant experience in subject areas such as natural resources, trail restoration, or educational outreach.
Willing and able to become chainsaw certified Use of a chainsaw is prohibited until chainsaw certification is complete and ACE requirements have been met
Willing and able to participate in river activities.
Proficient with hand tools.
Competitive applicants for this position have relevant experience in subject areas such as outdoor skills, hiking, swimming, woodworking, carpentry.

Responsibilities

Train the ACE member on the NPS volunteer program
The member will support the recruitment, training, and mentoring of all new volunteers
Lead groups of volunteers in river and land trash based removals, trail maintenance, and other volunteer events
Keep volunteers updated on upcoming events and assist with monthly volunteer meetings
Assist the volunteer program manager with the volunteer database

Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $650/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly
Members may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service.
Housing: The ACE Member will be accommodated in park housing at no cost for the duration of the term. The shared quarters are located within walking distance of park headquarters and include a wi-fi, washer, dryer, kitchen, and shared common space. Individuals have private bedrooms. Please bring linens (twin xl).
Travel Allowance: ACE members will have access to up to NTE $350 in reimbursable funds to be used for eligible travel expenses approved by the site before reimbursement is made.
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: education program delivery, customer service skills, interpretation, and public speaking.

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