| Summary: American Conservation Experience, a Non-Profit Conservation Corps based in Flagstaff, AZ, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking ONE GIS Intern to dedicate 34 weeks in support of the Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal National Historical Park. The intern, in collaboration with the Park, will conduct historical research on the legal documentation of extant rights-of-way throughout the Park. The intern will compile historical data on rights-of-way, including width, terms of easement, spatial location, deed and/or land tract number, parcel owner, associated fees/costs, and other characteristics. This opportunity is intended for conscientious, enthusiastic, individuals with an interest in the National Park Service and developing their GIS skills. Start Date: Flexible End Date: 34 weeks from the start date
Project Partner Website: For more information regarding C&O Canal National Historical Park, please visit the NPS website at: https://www.nps.gov/choh/index.htm . For more information on the ACE Internship Program, please visit: www.usaconservation.org . Compensation: The ACE interns will serve 40 hours/week on average and will receive a living allowance of $360/week for food and incidental expenses, paid bi-weekly. ACE interns can be accommodated in park housing at no cost for the duration of the internship. AmeriCorps: This position is eligible for a 900-hour AmeriCorps Education Award upon completion of the internship ($2,907.50). Additional enrollment is required. Position Description: The intern, in collaboration with the Park, will conduct historical research on the legal documentation of extant rights-of-way throughout the Park. These records are contained in the Park archives, regional office, and with the National Archives and Records Administration. The intern will compile historical data on rights-of-way, including width, terms of easement, spatial location, deed and/or land tract number, parcel owner, associated fees/costs, and other characteristics. These data will be organized in a spatial and tabular format using ArcGIS or related geospatial software. Spatial locations will be digitized when feasible, and field GPS data will be collected for rights-of-way that may be hidden from view with aerial images. The intern will create a geodatabase in GIS software that includes spatial locations and associated metadata of all Park rights-of-way. Specific projects will include: Compilation of historical data on rights-of-way, including cost, width, term of easement, spatial location, type of right-of-way, deed and/or land tract number, and company/individual that holds the right-of-way; Digitization of known locations of rights-of-way; GPS data collection of rights-of-way and historic structures on National Register of Historic Places; Creation of geodatabase in GIS software including spatial locations of rights-of-way and all associated metadata; Identify rights-of-way in which collaborative environmental restoration with the right-of-way owner is feasible; Develop land restoration plans in collaboration with right-of-way owner; Editing and completing existing geodatabase of historic structures. Qualifications: Applicants for the position must hold or be pursuing a minimum of a bachelor's degree and/or have relevant experience in subject areas such as education/interpretation, ecology, botany, biology, history, natural resources management, environmental science, or related disciplines. Required: Must be a US Citizen and Permanent Resident Must be 21-35 years of age (interns must be 21-35 to apply for any ACE position that requires or anticipates operation of agency or ACE vehicles for duties.) Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, with NPS resource professionals and their partners Must have a valid driver's license, provide documentation of a clean driving record, and have a personal vehicle Knowledge and experience of ArcGIS or related geospatial analytical software Use of handheld and/or backpack GPS units Experience in independent data collection and organization Ability and willingness to undergo a federal criminal background check is required Proficiency in English is required The interns must be willing to represent ACE and the NPS in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner. Drug users need not consider applying, as ACE reserves the right to require drug testing. To Apply: Please submit a thoughtful resume and cover letter along with contact information for 3 professional references using the APPLY NOW section located on the upper right hand corner of the position listing on our website here: https://usaconservationepic.applicantpool.com/jobs/. NOTE: Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position can close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact the ACE EPIC NPS Recruitment Specialist, Zoe Moskwa at zmoskwa@usaconservation.org . |
