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Form of workThis is a full-time 9-5 M-F on-site position, based in Atlanta, Georgia
Stewards Individual Placement Program (SIPP) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.
This internship position will work with the Regional Youth and Volunteer Program Manager to focus on engaging youths, young adults, and Volunteers in support of the National Park Service while cultivating enriching experiences that reach all generations. Majority of the work will be expanding the capacity of the Regional Office to take on more projects in a shorter time, as well as addressing more park needs, including, but not limited to, Volunteer Program needs assessments, building opportunities for collaboration between regional park sites, and forming shared resources between parks.
Position Responsibilities will include:
· Facilitate, convene, and be a peer resource for individual placements within the region and build a broad coalition of support to facilitate shared systems, best practices, and training;
· Serves as a liaison helping to collect feedback and document trends happening in the field;
· Support internal and external communication projects as needed, and communication activities including preparing and presenting subject specific presentations and reports;
· Support internal and external communication projects as needed, and communication activities including preparing and presenting subject specific presentations and reports;
· Motivate, direct, and connect members to professional development opportunities and support services
· Participate in regularly scheduled regional and national meetings/calls; model and represent NPS, VIP, and youth programs, as necessary
· Actively support Conservation Legacy in the development of national trainings and content creation for the Continuum of Learning competency areas
· Promote an equitable and inclusive workspace and program by participating in Cultural Humility Trainings, making sure all voices are being
· Heard throughout the program, and making suggestions for more inclusive programming
· Collaborate with the SER CVA Leader, and other Regional CVA Leaders on a regular basis, sharing best practices, important NPS and Conservation Legacy specific information, and member support resources
· Support NPS staff in enforcing NPS policies and regulations within your region
· Play a leadership role in planning and facilitating training offered in the region
Benefits:
· Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $6895 (pre-tax)
· Living Allowance: $600/week + $100/week in housing assistance (pre-tax)
· Trainings offered: NPS Youth Program Orientation, Communication tools training
Required Skills
- Experience with project management and following through on assigned tasks
● Serve with diverse groups of people and manage conflicts
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
● The ability to work independently as well as on a team
● Strong organizational skills
Required Experience
· Experience in an office setting, particularly one in federal government
· Bachelor’s degree preferred, but can be substituted for relevant experience
● Submit proof of a Driver’s License and undergo Federal Background Check, upon selection
● US Citizen, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien of the United States
● Must possess a valid Social Security Card and Driver’s License
