Historic Preservation Member - Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Summary

American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, is seeking one member to contribute to historic preservation projects alongside Glen Canyon National Recreation Area staff.

For more information about ACE, please visit our website.

Start Date: September 21, 2026

Estimated End Date: February 6, 2027

*a 20 minimum commitment is required *

Location Details/Description: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers a stunning blend of desert landscapes, deep canyons, and the sparkling waters of Lake Powell. Towering sandstone cliffs, hidden slot canyons, and ancient rock art reveal a rich natural and cultural history. From boating and fishing to hiking and stargazing, Glen Canyon invites visitors to explore a landscape shaped by water and time, where adventure and solitude meet under vast southwestern skies.

For more information about Glen Canyon National Recreation Area please visit the NPS website.

Position Overview: The intern will work with and assist the historic preservation team at Glen Canyon
National Recreation Area in the documentation and preservation of historic structures and cultural
resources primarily at the Lees Ferry District, with potential to work in other areas of the park. The intern
will take a leadership role to plan and assist to implement historic preservation projects utilizing youth
corps completing basic preservation projects. Project work will focus on preservation activities on
structures within a historic landscape, including preservation of wood log structures and masonry
buildings. Specific tasks may include applying wood log preservatives, painting, assisting with basic and
technical carpentry work of structure windows, doors, and framing; mixing and applying mortars;
masonry repointing and stone resetting. Work may also include research, field data collection, and the
preparation of historic structure documentation to support reports and other preservation planning
efforts. After initial orientation and training under NPS staff, the intern will sometimes work independently
on historic preservation tasks and provide assistance in the training and technical oversight of youth
corps.

This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land
management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in
different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Schedule: Member will likely work four ten hour shifts with potential for backcountry work. Hours will need to be flexible to fit NPS needs.

Position Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $1000/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. If the duration of a PLC-eligible term is not long enough for Members to accrue 640 hours of service (~16 weeks), the total hours served at the completion of the term may be eligible to be combined with hours accrued from another PLC-eligible term to meet the 640 hours requirement. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please contact ACE staff with questions about eligibility, or view general eligibility information on our website.

Housing: ACE members might be able to be accommodated in provided government housing at around $650/mo for the duration of the term. Government housing is typically a single room in a shared house, or a room in a bunk house; housing does not include Wi-Fi. Rentals costs would be the responsibility of the ACE member and will be billed monthly.

Backcountry Allowance: ACE members may camp overnight to complete work; overnight camping includes $42 backcountry per diem, not to exceed 12 nights for the duration of the term

Gear Allowance: ACE members will have up to $300 to spend on eligible gear purchases.

Qualifications

Required:

• Members must be authorized to work in the United States. ACE does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
• 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 to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.
• To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website.

Minimum:

• Competitive applicants for this position would hold or be pursuing a bachelor's degree in a field
  related to historic preservation, and/or have relevant experience or exposure to historic preservation
  principles and techniques
  • Knowledge and ability to use various hand and power tools
  • Knowledge of basic masonry and/or carpentry techniques
  • Ability and/or willingness to learn to camp in developed campsites
  • Deep interest in historic preservation, and familiar with the Secretary of the Interior standards for
  historic preservation

Preferred:

• Experience working independently using one or more historic preservation technical skills in
  masonry or carpentry such as repointing historic mortars, resetting loose stones, applying wood
  preservatives, completing wood log repairs, or similar tasks.
• Experience evaluating historic structures to identify preservation needs and in planning basic
  historic preservation projects to address those needs
• Experience documenting historic preservation tasks
• Ability to assist with leading or directing the work of others

Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands: Requires standing, walking, hiking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Manual dexterity required for use of various tools. Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and/or crouch. Ability to hike 4-6 miles over rough terrain carrying a 30+ lbs pack, and camp overnight under field conditions.
• Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision as well as the ability to focus.
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 30+ lbs., ability to move up to 50 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates.
• Noise Environment: Moderate to high noise from hand and power tools
• Travel: This position may require domestic travel.

Environmental Conditions/Hazards: The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, swamp or wetland conditions, biting insects, and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.

Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety: If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by the NPS or ACE. Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the NPS. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the NPS, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it. Strict adherence to NPS and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols is required.

To Apply: 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 NPS Western Member Manager, Vanessa Rogan

If you meet at least 70 percent of the qualifications, we want to hear from you!

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