PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will need to apply here: https://form.jotform.com/StewardsIPP/cva-application-fall-2024. Application form requires a resume, cover letter, professional references.

CommunityVolunteerAmbassador– Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park

Location: Ste. Genevieve, MO

PositionDetails:

Site Description

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist the Volunteer Coordinator and Interpretive Program Manager with developing documents that communicate local park policy such as a volunteer handbook and volunteer service descriptions.

• Communicate across divisions to help the volunteer program holistically support the needs of the park.

• Represent Ste. Genevieve NHP while interacting with the public and during special events.

• Communicate with the public about volunteer opportunities at Ste. Genevieve NHP through written and oral communication including in person, through social media, email, and over the phone.

• Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with recruiting volunteers and reviewing volunteer applications using volunteer.gov.

• Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with administrative tasks related to the volunteer program such as recording volunteer statistics.

• Provide feedback on development of volunteer program opportunities and processes.

• Help maintain a safe and healthy environment by following established safety protocol and communicating concerns in a timely manner.

• Serve as the lead for a single-day service event with the support of the Interpretive Program Manager and Volunteer Coordinator.

CVAMinimum Requirements:

• Written and oral communication skills

• Ability to maintain a friendly, professional demeanor when working with both the public and staff

• Familiarity with Instagram and Facebook

• Willingness to learn history related to the park site

• Willingness to participate in an environment of positive feedback, especially while testing new ideas and approaches

• Participate in the CVA National Early Service Training in late November 2024 (date TBD)

• Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

• Be 18-30 years old at time of service (veterans up to 35 years old)

• High School Diploma/GED

• Pass fingerprint-based FBI, state criminal, and a national sex offender checks.

• Be able to provide proof of a driver’s license and complete a MVR check

• Must be over 21 years old or have had license for at least 3 years to be insured in this position

PreferredQualifications:

• Local to the Ste. Genevieve area or surrounding communities

• Interest in a career in public lands agencies or historic organizations

Benefits:

• $600/week living stipend.

• $150/week in housing allowance, if housing is not provided.

• Limited health care/childcare benefits

• The position is eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award $6,895.00 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of the program

• $1,200 in professional development funds for training, networking, conferences, and/or travel.

• Networking opportunities within the National Park Service and partnering organizations

• Public Land Corps Hiring Authority

• Week-long in-person training at NPS site with travel/meal expenses covered.

How to Apply

Please visit Community Volunteer Ambassador (cvainternships.org)to review “Member Positions” by region and find instructions on how to apply.

The CVA position will start on Monday, September 9, 2024, and run for 48 weeks until Friday, August 8, 2025.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will need to apply here: https://form.jotform.com/StewardsIPP/cva-application-fall-2024. Application form requires a resume, cover letter, professional references.

Applications Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. First review will occur in early June. Final deadline is Sunday, July 7, 2024.

ForApplicationQuestions:

Please contact James Gasaway, Program Director at jgasaway@conservationlegacy.org

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a breadth of diverse professionals and encourage members of diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.