National Park Service – Civil Rights Steward - AmeriCorps
Quick answer
Stewards Individual Placements is hiring an in-person, Southeast-based Civil Rights Steward for the National Park Service paying $740 per week to lead visitor education and outreach programs focused on civil rights history.
- Role
- National Park Service – Civil Rights Steward - AmeriCorps
- Organization
- Stewards Individual Placements / National Park Service
- Location
- Anniston, AL / Birmingham, AL / Montgomery, AL / Tuskegee, AL / Atlanta, GA / Nicholasville, KY / Jackson, MS / Natchez, MS / Beaufort, SC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $740 per week
- Category
- Education & Training
- Apply by
- 2026-07-31
The role
The National Park Service – Civil Rights Steward is an AmeriCorps position focused on public engagement, visitor education, and the interpretation of American Civil Rights history. Stewards will serve in a cohort at various park units in the Southeast region, assisting with visitor centers, public communications, and social media outreach. The role includes a collaborative project to develop a handbook on interpreting challenging civil rights topics for future volunteers. This service term lasts 46 weeks and offers intensive professional development and mentorship within the National Park System.
What you'll do
- Provide formal and informal visitor interpretation and orientation services.
- Draft and manage social media content and park website updates.
- Present educational walks, talks, and programs to school and community groups.
- Collaborate on a cohort handbook for interpreting sensitive American Civil Rights history.
- Assist park staff with volunteer and resource stewardship programs.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 12 months of experience in tours, presentations, or education.
- Valid Driver's License.
- U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident aged 18-30 (or up to 35 with Veteran status).
- Proficiency with social media and video content creation preferred.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $7,395, AmeriCorps Health Insurance if eligible, Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority, and professional development and mentorship.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is a full-time, in-person position located at various National Park Service sites across Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, and South Carolina.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position provides a living allowance of $740 per week, plus a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $7,395 upon successful completion of the term.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, a valid driver's license, and at least 12 months of experience providing tours or educational presentations.
When is the application deadline?
Interested candidates should apply by July 31, 2026, through the Stewards Individual Placement Program website by submitting a resume and cover letter.
How to apply
Apply directly on Stewards Individual Placements / National Park Service's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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