Overview
Title: Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador at the National Park Service
Location: Based out of Annapolis, MD
Dates of Service: November 18, 2024 – October 31, 2025 (50 week term commitment)
Pay: $720/week ($600/week stipend + $120/housing allowance) plus benefits
Status: This is a full-time, temporary, 1700-hour minimum AmeriCorps National Service position.
Questions? Contact ACCrecruiting@conservationlegacy.org
Position Summary:
Appalachian Conservation Corps and the National Park Service are seeking a Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador to work with National Park Service staff to work on projects to specifically address Chesapeake Gateways’ strategy to “Rebuild Core Network Capabilities and Services.” The intern will review, develop, and implement processes to facilitate partnership communications and training and assist in the overall efforts to assist Chesapeake Gateways places and partners in engaging the diverse communities of the Chesapeake watershed.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Creating, editing, and publishing content for multiple print and digital platforms including websites, mobile apps, social media, publications, newspapers, magazines, and more.
Support developing digital listings to highlight elements of Chesapeake Gateways with specific partners to support master cooperative agreements.
Contributes to the implementation of a professional digital presence based on strategic priorities for providing information to the public and partner organizations.
Participate in the developing of internal and external publications including intranet articles, news releases, briefing statements, newsletters, etc.
Opportunities to participate in a variety of activities and projects related to the mission of the National Park Service depending on interest areas.
Community engagement and outreach, especially regarding engagement and involvement of young people in cultural heritage.
Participate in developing inclusive interpretation, programming, and experiences at Chesapeake Gateways place for underrepresented communities.
Link culture and nature through interpretation, education, messaging, and initiatives.
The intern will complete two weeks of formal training at the NPS Chesapeake Gateways office to learn basic operations, skills in interpretation, and the natural/cultural resource stories that guide our collective work. Following this onboarding, the intern will complete training with a state partner managing state parks and other public lands. As part of this work, the intern may work with the public and act as the face of NPS Chesapeake Gateways at public events, partner meetings, and while roving Chesapeake Gateways places or in the community. Throughout the year, they will research and write digital media resources to Chesapeake Gateways places. In addition, the intern
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements:
To qualify for this AmeriCorps position, you must be between the ages of 21 and 30, and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award.
Possess a valid driver’s license
Preferred Skills:
Preferred Qualifications:
Some college course work completed in Communications, History, Public Affairs, Public Speaking, or other related subjects
Experience working in public facing roles and customer service
About Appalachian Conservation Corps
Appalachian Conservation Corps (ACC) works to connect young people to critical conservation service work across Appalachia and neighboring communities in Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Maryland, DC, and Pennsylvania. As a corps program, ACC partners with public land managers to identify, plan, and complete projects that improve public access, habitat quality, and economic development. ACC is a program of Conservation Legacy, a nationwide network of conservation service organizations. Our programs focus on service, place-based learning, life skills development, appreciation of diversity, civic responsibility, and career development. ACC also provides an opportunity for members to learn about the local environment and issues affecting it and introduces individuals to recreation and resource management careers. ACC welcomes national applicants, but also emphasizes the engagement of local individuals who represent the communities in which they serve.
