Jobs At Corps / Communities of Practice Coordinator – Denver Service Center Director’s Office American Conservation Experience (HQ/Southwest) Communities of Practice Coordinator - Denver Service Center Director's Office JOB DETAILS Actively Recruiting : Yes Position title : Communities of Practice Coordinator - Denver Service Center Director's Office Deadline to apply : 2024-03-18 Type of Position : Intern / Individual Placement Town, City, Park, etc : Remote Benefits : Housing Stipend/Assistance, Meals/Food Assistance, Public Land Corps Hiring Authority Project/Program Focus : Historic Preservation American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing rewarding environmental service opportunities for youth, young adults, and emerging professionals of all backgrounds to explore and improve public lands while gaining practical professional experience. POSITION DESCRIPTION Summary : American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one Communities of Practice Coordinator to contribute to projects alongside Denver Service Center Staff. About the Build Up Technical Internship Program: This position is part of the Build Up Technical Internship Program facilitated by the Historic Preservation Training Center. The program works to expand and diversify the National Park Service workforce while addressing critical maintenance needs by providing professional experiences in technical fields to students and recent graduates. A 16-week minimum commitment is required Location Details/Description: The Denver Service Center, located in Lakewood, Colorado, is the central planning, design, and construction office of the National Park Service. This position can be completed in-person at the Denver Service Center or is eligible to be fully remote. Position Overview: Foster institutional knowledge sharing through the advancement of the DSC Communities of Practice, which focus on certain technical disciplines and types of work. The Coordinator will assist subject matter experts in compiling technical information, work groups, and work samples along with co-hosting informal knowledge share sessions. This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Standard 8 hour work days with lunch) or modified "5/4/9" schedule: Mon - Fri, 7:00am - 4:30pm (9 hour work days with lunch & with every other Friday off). Times are MST, flexible for the location of the candidate. Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute 40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $1,000/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly. Direct Hire Authority: This position is classified as a DHA (Direct Hiring Authority) Internship. DHA positions target exceptional upper-level undergraduate or graduate students interested in pursuing careers with the NPS. Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. Professional Development Stipend: The Build Up member will receive $1,000 of professional development funds that can be used for approved purposes. Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position-specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures. Qualifications Required: Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident. Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional manner. Ability to be self-directed and a positive, contributing member of a group. A current and valid form of ID. Willing to undergo and must pass the required two-part criminal history check. Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets and evaluations. Competitive applicants can hold or be pursuing a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields. Knowledge of Planning, Architecture, Engineering, and/or construction. Ability to encourage involvement in the Communities of Practice. Deep interest in creating better spaces for visitors at National Parks. Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions: Physical Demands: Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, hiking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision. Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 5 lbs. Environmental: Mainly indoor, office environment conditions; indoor air quality is good. Travel: This position may require domestic travel. Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme weather and wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties safely. To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three references to the online application page for this position here: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/. 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 contact Member Manager, Historic Preservation Training Center Programs, Kyle Ellison at kellisonusaconservation.org. EEO: Employment with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job-related factors. J-18808-Ljbffr
