Administrative Member - Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Summary

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE Administrative Member to contribute to the park record management project alongside Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park staff.

For more information about ACE, please visit our website.

Start Date: December 9, 2024

Estimated End Date: April 3, 2026 (or 69 weeks after start)

*a 69-week minimum commitment is required *

Location Details/Description: Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park in Macon, GA.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is rich in both cultural history and natural beauty. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park has more than 12,000 years of continuous human habitation. Ocmulgee is also the ancestral homeland of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park is known for its cultural history, but it has an abundance of nature as well. The park's 1,860 acres encompass many natural features and ecosystems, such as upland fields and forests, as well as wetlands along Walnut Creek and Ocmulgee River. These diverse natural resources and habitats are utilized by a rich variety of wildlife, including several endangered and threatened species.

For more information about Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park visit the parks website.

Position Overview: The ACE member will work alongside administrative staff at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park.

Duties may include:

• Work with park administration to organize and file park records. This will include but not limited to setting up a new filing system, taking current file codes and converting to a new system, and maintaining files.
• Update park's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and guidelines by reviewing for outdated materials, typing, and sending updates for appropriate Division Chief, developing and maintaining a list of SOPs, setting up a SOP Library, and updating in park One Drive.
• Develop a system for better organization and labeling of park digital files, working with the Park IT Specialist on how a shared drive should be organized, updating outdated materials, and providing training to staff on when and how to add to files.
• Assist Resource Management with Archival files, updating and maintaining current and future files.
• Assist NPS staff with general visitor information in person, via phone, email, etc.
• Assist NPS staff with development and/or updating park's Safety Data Sheets binders.
• Assist NPS staff with other administrative duties.

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: M-F, 7:30am-4pm

Position Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $660/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. The ACE Member will be eligible for a $500/month reimbursable housing allowance for up to 16 months (total $8,000)

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.

Qualifications

Required:

• 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 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.
• To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website located on our Indeed homepage.

Preferred:

• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing an associates degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as information technology, archives, customer service, and public administration.
• High attention to detail and excitement for organizational systems.
• Deep interest in the National Park Service.

Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, sitting at a computer for long periods of time, filing, shredding, standing, walking, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Manual dexterity required for use of computer and keyboard/mouse and other office equipment. Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and/or crouch.

• Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision as well as the ability to focus.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently lifts boxes up to 30 lbs., ability to move up to 30 pounds.
• Environmental: Indoor office environment conditions where indoor air quality is good, and temperature is controlled.
• Noise Environment: Moderate noise such as in a business office with equipment and light traffic.
• Travel: This position does not require unique travel.

Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, swamp or wetland conditions, biting insects, and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.

Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety: If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by the NPS or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the NPS. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the NPS, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to NPS and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols is required.

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to ACE's online application page for this position on our website. Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position please feel free to contact ACE EPIC NPS Eastern Member Manager, Maya Opara-Nadi.

ACE values an inclusive workforce - if you meet at least 70 percent of the qualifications, we want to hear from you!ACE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information when you are hired to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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