Steamtown Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador
Quick answer
Appalachian Conservation Corps and the National Park Service are seeking a Steamtown Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador to serve at Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, PA, for a 50-week term, paying $760/week ($600/week stipend + $160/additional benefit).
- Role
- Steamtown Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador
- Organization
- Appalachian Conservation Corps and the National Park Service
- Location
- Based out of Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton, PA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $760 per week ($600/week stipend + $160/additional benefit)
- Category
- Other
The role
The Steamtown Chesapeake Gateways Ambassador will support the National Park Service at Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, PA, with interpretive and visitor services, community outreach, and digital content creation.
What you'll do
- Researching and interpreting connections among the host park, surrounding communities, and the Chesapeake Bay watershed
- Developing and presenting formal and informal interpretive programs for visitors of different ages, backgrounds, interests, and abilities
- Creating digital media, trip-planning information, interpretive materials, or other public-facing products
- Supporting visitor-center operations, special events, roving interpretation, community programs, and partner outreach
- Connecting cultural and natural-resource stories through interpretation, education, and visitor engagement
- Developing interpretive content that may be adapted by other national parks or Chesapeake Gateways Network partners
What it takes
- Some college coursework complete or demonstrated skills in Communications, History, Public Affairs, Public or Nonprofit Administration, Public Speaking, or other related subjects
- Experience working in public facing roles and customer service
- Experience working with digital and/or print media (websites, social media, photo editing, illustration, publications design, etc.)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Option to enroll in free health/vision/dental insurance, $7,395 AmeriCorps Segal Education Award, $1,750 professional development fund, Public Land Corps Non-Competitive Hiring Certificate, possible federal student loan forbearance and interest payoff, Member Assistance Program, depending upon the academic institution and program, positions may fulfill internship requirements, professional development opportunities (mentorship, resume support, alumni listserv, etc.) and exposure to natural resource career paths
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based out of Steamtown National Historic Site, Scranton, PA.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $760 per week ($600/week stipend + $160/additional benefit).
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include some college coursework complete or demonstrated skills in Communications, History, Public Affairs, Public or Nonprofit Administration, Public Speaking, or other related subjects, and experience working in public facing roles and customer service.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted via the Appalachian Conservation Corps website, www.appalachiancc.org/individualplacements, and should indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Applications will be accepted until October 11th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Appalachian Conservation Corps and the National Park Service's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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