Interpretation Member - Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Position Overview

The ACE Member will primarily focus on providing formal and informal public interpretation and developing content for the park social media and website that will enhance visitor experience and understanding of resource significance. The ACE Member will help identify ways that non-Tribal citizens can interpret a living culture that is not their own. The primary goal of this project is to provide memorable and meaningful learning and recreational experiences, foster development of a personal stewardship ethic, broaden public support for preserving park resources, and improve park operations with traditional indigenous knowledge.

Qualifications

• Members must be authorized to work in the United States.
• 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).
• Members must be 21+ to drive due to ACE's insurance and liability requirements.
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks.
• Ability and willingness to collaborate with NPS staff to craft a more inclusive story.
• Knowledge of Indigenous history and cultural lifeways.
• Deep interest in Southeastern Native cultures.

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of and experience working with tribal communities of the Southeast.
• Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing engineering or field sciences degrees and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as anthropology, archeology, natural sciences, or indigenous studies.

Physical Demands, Work Environment And Working Conditions

• Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing.
• Manual dexterity required for use of various tools, computer keyboard/mouse and other office equipment.
• Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and/or crouch.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 25 lbs., ability to move up to 40 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Noise Environment: Moderate noise such as in a business office with equipment and light traffic.
• Travel: This position does not require unique travel.

Benefits

• Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $600/week (pre-tax) to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
• Housing: Park housing is provided at no cost for the duration of their term. The ACE members will have their own room with a shared common space, bathroom, and kitchen.
• Travel Allowance: ACE members will have access to up to (NTE) $392 in reimbursable funds be used for eligible travel expenses. Approval from site lead required before reimbursement will be made.

Application

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 Member Manager, Maya Opara-Nadi. If you meet at least 70 percent of the qualifications, we want to hear from you!

EEO

Employment or Service with ACE is based upon ability, qualifications, attitude, and job-related factors. Every qualified employee, member, or applicant has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, demotion, termination, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital or parental status, political affiliation, ethnicity, hair texture or style, arrest record, caste, hereditary status, endogamy, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Schedule

The ACE Member will work a 5-day week including weekends with two consecutive days off during the week. The schedule will vary depending on needs. Occasional evening work during special events.