Position Description
Translate park written materials from English into another language or review translations done by others. Volunteer needs to be fluent in at least one language other than English. Languages that are most requested by parks are Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, German, Japanese, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, and Tagalog.

The materials to be translated are generally park brochures or site bulletins on specific topics (such as the history of an archaeological excavation, or the natural history of a particular animal).

Translations may also be done for park web pages on specific topics or for exhibits in park visitor centers or outside exhibits. Because most work can be done by computer, frequent trips to the Oakland office are not required.

Suitability: adults, seniors, college/university and advanced high school students. (Students: contact counselors about establishing “for credit” internships.)

Time requirements: flexible. This is an on-going opportunity without a specific termination date, in spite of the ending date listed. At least a three month, or one academic term (quarter or semester) commitment is preferred.

Position Description
Description of duties: Develop content to help populate and update the Pacific Coast Immigration Museum (PCIM) Website. Develop narrative content and images to be posted on the PCIM Website regarding immigration, migration and initial settlement of people along the Pacific Coast from aboriginal settlement up until present day. The PCIM will operate as a virtual museum through its Website as a best go-to source on immigration-migration history, facts, sources, news, issues, related institutions and places to visit for youth and adults. There are options to focus on specific types of content and work independently or as part of a team. Content will be developed through basic agreement on research assignments, independent objective research and drafting of content, and collaborative editing and consensus prior to posting content on the Website.

Knowledge/Skills Required: Knowledge of, and interest in, related fields of history and issues related to immigration and migration; Resourcefulness in researching a variety of information sources and references; Ability to distill, summarize and write text and gather and layout effective images to suit website format; Familiarity with Websites and organizing and formatting content for Websites. Because most research can be done on the web from anywhere, frequent trips to the Oakland office are not required.

Suitability: adults, seniors,college/university students. (Students: contact counselors about establishing “for credit” internships.)

Time requirement: flexible. This is an on-going opportunity without a specific termination date, in spite of the ending date listed. At least a three month, or one academic term (quarter or semester) commitment required.

To view the "museum" logon www.pacificcoastimmigration.org.

Position Description
Determine the rates of exchange as well as the environmental controls on the exchanges of greenhouse gases, water vapor, and heat between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere. This work has been and will be undertaken over a variety of surfaces -- lakes, forests, grassland, and rangeland at a variety of locations. Volunteers will complement a research group in capacities set to their abilities and availabilities. Assistance in the office, laboratory, and field are needed. Volunteers will learn basic laboratory and field procedures for collection and analysis of gas samples, varied experience with computers to collect and analyze data, and have exposure to an array of sciences including ecology, meteorology, hydrology, and soil sciences.

Position Description
Duties: ▫Perform a variety of clerical and technical duties necessary for maintenance of the Pacific West Cultural Library in Oakland; ▫Process new books and other materials into the library collection; ▫Assist Library users; ▫Update and maintain circulation records; ▫Complete special projects and tasks assigned by the librarian; ▫Perform a variety of clerical operations in support of the library and the office staff.

The incumbent will receive technical guidance from, and work under the direction of the Oakland librarian.

Qualifications: •A love of libraries and/or a possible interest in pursuing a future library science career; •The ability to follow directions and guidelines; •The ability to work independently without constant supervision; •Commitment to a specific work schedule and time period (exceptions on notification of supervisor); •The desire to learn new skills; •Mature judgment; •Personal integrity; •Willingness to undergo a security check, if required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner; •Knowledge of computer operations (e.g., word processing, database management, and search programs); •Previous library volunteer work preferred but not required.

Time requirements: Hours flexible, Monday-Friday, but a minimum of 8 hours per week preferred.

Preference will be given to persons contemplating a library career.

Position Description
Description of duties: •Catalog design and as-constructed documents packages; •Dialog with the Technical Information Center (TIC), Denver, on the submittal of the document packages; •Prepare document packages and submit them to the TIC per protocols;•Review FMSS data and generate reports; Maintain A&E design costs tracking data base; •Generate simple drawings and specifications for small on-site water & wastewater facilities.

Knowledge/Skills Required: •Computer skills, i.e., word processing, spreadsheets, data bases (general knowledge), CAD; •Design & as-constructed document packages organization; •Record keeping; •Communication

Time requirements: 8 hours per week minimum. Starting date: Immediate.

Position Description

Every year, Mount Rainier National Park works with the Student Conservation Association to hire numerous Conservation Interns. These positions typically last 12-16 weeks, come with housing and a small living allowance, and, on successful completion, qualify the interns for educational grants.

Most positions are filled during the summer months, and can often be coordinated with school schedules. Longer-term interships are also occasionally available. Past internships have included:

• Backcountry Intern
• Biology Intern
• Curatorial Assistant
• Education Program Intern
• Exotic Plant Management Team
• Geographic Information Systems
• Geomorphologist
• Junior Ranger Ambassador
• Mount Rainier Recovery Corps
• Natural Resources Planning Intern
• Plant Propagation Intern
• Restoration Crew Leader
• Restoration Documentation Intern
• Restoration Planning Intern
• Trail Crew
• Trail Management Intern
• Vegetation Mapping Intern
• Visitor Services Intern

For a complete list of positions currently advertised at Mount Rainier, visit the Student Conservation Association website.

Position Description
RESIDENTS IN NEARBY COMMUNITIES, would you like to help preserve and protect your nearby national park? You can assist in various ways. If you live near MINERAL, assistance with our library, safety program, visitor contact stations, and computer projects are especially needed. You might assist year-round with data entry, slide scanning, natural resources research, cultural resources collections, recycling, groundskeeping, maintenance, and computer upgrades. If you live near MANZANITA LAKE, you might assist year-round in visitor contact stations, or in summer with weed control and maintenance projects. If you live near CHESTER, you might assist in the summer as a Juniper Lake Campground Host. High school juniors and older might assist as interpretive interns in the summer. We also have opportunities for visitor information providers who will be stationed along the park road this summer. Applicants should be able to work in an organized, dependable, safe manner. Personal transportation to jobsite is required. Generally, no housing is provided for these positions, but a campsite may be depending on the season.

Position Description
The volunteer performs different types of library research, administrative and clerical duties for the park.The major duties are: Assists in reorganizing and cataloging books, file folders, and material;enters information about books into a computer database;filing and cataloging papers or folders;typing and use of computer software programsworking on special projects or research; assisting other park staff throughout the park and may need to operate a government vehicle.

Qualifications: Must possess an interest in library and organization skills. Experience in typing, filing, and the use of computers is desired. If operating a government vehicle a valid driver’s is required.

We have a volunteer and seasonal house with five rooms and three baths. Space is limited during the summer. Applications must be in early, because seasonal park guides receive first spaces. No RV Hookups.

Position Description
Living History at Grand Portage National Monument

JOB TITLE
Grand Portage National Monument is looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals and educators to work as historical, cultural and natural interpreters. We are currently accepting applications for historic, cultural and natural volunteer positions in interpretation.

DATES
There are approximately six positions available. They start May 19, 2008. Options to commit to an additional 6 to 8 weeks. Strong consideration will be given to applicants that state their availability dates, and commit to a minimum 10-week period. The Monument is open to the public from Memorial weekend May 24 until Columbus weekend October 13.

DUTIES
Would you enjoy living history, the outdoors and talking with and educating people from around the world? Come join us at Grand Portage National Monument where natural and cultural history and geography come together at an 8 ½ mile portage connecting the beautiful shores of Lake Superior to northwestern North America the Pacific and the Arctic. Volunteers at Grand Portage have many opportunities to learn and educate----help build a fur trade canoe of birchbark, make birchbark baskets, learn to safely demonstrate loading and firing a Northwest Gun, the primary trade musket used during the fur trade, cook historic recipes in a large reconstructed and furnished kitchen, staff areas such as a great hall, canoe warehouse, Ojibwe village and voyageur encampment and engage the visiting public in conversations about fur trade activities and lifestyles, learn about the Ojibwe community of Grand Portage and present programs and demonstrations about Grand Portage history to visitors. Do all this while wearing dress of the 18th and early 19th centuries provided by the Monument.

SKILLS
Ability to present an interesting, informative and interpretive program to an audience consisting of 2 to 40 visitors. Patience to answer the same question to the sixteenth consecutive visitor with a smile on your face as you perform station interpretation in the great hall. You will receive two weeks of training on Grand Portage’s historical, cultural and natural history, preparing interpretive programs and station interpretation, historic cooking and craft demonstrations.

COMPENSATION
In support of your valuable VIP contributions of 24 hours during a particular week, we offer a place to park your mobile home or travel trailer with full RV hookups: water, sewer, electrical, phone (on your established account) connections, and access to washers and dryers. Other housing is extremely limited in Grand Portage. A small number of shared housing units may be available dependent on requirements of other seasonal staff. We request a commitment of ten weeks or longer and attendance at seasonal training from May 19 through about June 2, 2008. Training includes an Ojibwe culture day, opportunities for first aid and CPR, Monument operations, and training in historic weapons demonstrations offered by a premier National Park Service black powder instructor and a hike along the Grand Portage footpath with our knowledgeable staff.

AREA DESCRIPTION
Grand Portage National Monument comprises 710 acres within the Grand Portage Indian Reservation. Reconstructed structures of the Monument are located on Grand Portage Bay in the community of Grand Portage. The community has a post office, convenience store, gas station, 100 room lodge and casino and a community center which includes a computer library within a mile of the Monument. The town of Grand Marais, Minnesota is about 40 miles west on Highway 61. Grand Marais is the current location of Monument headquarters and is a small community with three grocery stores, auto repair facilities and the famous North house Folk School. The city of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada is 50 miles east on Highway 61, has all the usual amenities found in cities. A car is recommended but not required. A car could be very useful to explore the numerous sights surrounding Grand Portage. Just west of Grand Portage lies the wilderness of The Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for an interpretive position at Grand Portage National Monument, please submit a resume by email or mail. You may also attach a resume in the comments section (#18) to the APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION at located at the bottom of this announcement. Your application and resume should include your name, address, telephone number, the names of any universities attended and a brief synopsis of your work experience. Please provide the names of at least two references (preferably former or current supervisors). Please email your application/resume to Mike Plummer-Steen at mike_plummer-steen@nps.gov or you may post an application/resume to: Grand Portage National Monument, Volunteers In Parks, P.O. Box 426, 170 Mile Creek Road, Grand Portage, MN 55605 Phone: 218-475-0123

Come join us for a summer filled with camaraderie, adventure, fun, and the excitement of shared knowledge and experience! Thank you for your interest in interpretation at Grand Portage National Monument.

Position Description
Contact Station and Visitor Services at Grand Portage National Monument, Minnesota

JOB TITLE
Grand Portage National Monument is looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals and educators to work at the primary contact for visitors coming to Grand Portage National Monument. We are currently accepting applications for contact and visitor services.

DATES
There is one position available. It starts May 19, 2008. Options to commit to an additional 6 to 8 weeks. Strong consideration will be given to applicants that state their availability dates, and commit to a minimum 10-week period. The Monument is open to the public from Memorial weekend May 24 until Columbus weekend October 13.

DUTIES
This position serves as a primary contact for visitors coming to Grand Portage National Monument. You would provide information about the National Park Service, Grand Portage National Monument, the park mission, services and programs available to the public, as well as provide information about the Grand Portage community and its relationship to the park. Some of the primary duties include; developing and organizing materials for park information boards, hiking (patrolling) the front and backcountry areas of the park, answering the telephone, and assisting the interpretive division as appropriate, and computer data entry. Identification as a park volunteer (VIP) is required (identification will be provided by the park) or the wearing of “historical clothing.”

SKILLS
Experience in working with the public; e.g. the ability to communicate and relate well with the public and people’s needs; the ability to provide accurate, timely and complete information using various mediums, and the ability to work in inclement weather conditions. The ability to collect and document statistical data, experience in informational displays e.g. exhibit design and layout is helpful. Some computer skills are advantageous.

COMPENSATION
In support of your valuable VIP contributions of 24 hours during a particular week, we offer a place to park your mobile home or travel trailer with full RV hookups: water, sewer, electrical, phone (on your established account) connections, and access to washers and dryers. Other housing is extremely limited in Grand Portage. A small number of shared housing units may be available dependent on requirements of other seasonal staff. We request a commitment of ten weeks or longer and attendance at seasonal training from May 19 through about June 2, 2008. Training includes an Ojibwe culture day, opportunities for first aid and CPR, Monument operations, and training in historic weapons demonstrations offered by a premier National Park Service black powder instructor and a hike along the Grand Portage footpath with our knowledgeable staff.

AREA DESCRIPTION
Grand Portage National Monument comprises 710 acres within the Grand Portage Indian Reservation. Reconstructed structures of the Monument are located on Grand Portage Bay in the community of Grand Portage. The community has a post office, convenience store, gas station, 100 room lodge and casino and a community center which includes a computer library within a mile of the Monument. The town of Grand Marais, Minnesota is about 40 miles west on Highway 61. Grand Marais is the current location of Monument headquarters and is a small community with three grocery stores, auto repair facilities and the famous North House Folk School. The city of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada is 50 mile east on Highway 61, has all the usual amenities found in cities. A car is recommended but not required. A car could be very useful to explore the numerous sights surrounding Grand Portage. Just west of Grand Portage lies the wilderness of The Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for an interpretive position at Grand Portage National Monument, please submit a resume by email or mail. You may also attach a resume in the comments section (#18) to the APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION at located at the bottom of this announcement. Your application and resume should include your name, address, telephone number, the names of any universities attended and a brief synopsis of your work experience. Please provide the names of at least two references (preferably former or current supervisors). Please email your application/resume to Mike Plummer-Steen at mike_plummer-steen@nps.gov or you may post an application/resume to: Grand Portage National Monument, Volunteers In Parks, P.O. Box 426, 170 Mile Creek Road, Grand Portage, MN 55605 Phone: 218-475-0123

Come join us for a summer filled with camaraderie, adventure, fun, and the excitement of shared knowledge and experience! Thank you for your interest in visitor service at Grand Portage National Monument.

Position Description
We have the following needs for volunteer help. Previous experience is helpful especially if you can help train our staff. We will train those without experience in some duties.* General office support, answering phones etc.Help cleanup and organize office files.* Organize digital picture library and archive to CD.Useful skills: Windows knowledge, Adobe, PhotoImpact (or other image editing applications) and knowledge of scanners etc.* Experience with digital photography would be very helpful. May need to sit ina photo blind for many hours and take pictures of wildlife. Bring your favorite digital camera.* We also have some need for someone with Garmin GPS knowledge. Knowledge of GIS would be a real plus.

Position Description
The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is looking for enthusiastic people who enjoy greeting and interacting with refuge visitors. The refuge is host to over 1.5 million visitors a year, so there is never a dull moment. Major duties include opening and closing the refuge visitor center, giving directions, answering general questions and assisting staff with special projects. Opportunities to lead interpretive hikes/walks/tours may arise on weekends. The Refuge Visitor Center is open daily from 8 - 4:30 and has extended summer hours from 8 - 6 starting March 16.

Position Description
Volunteer needed to archive historic images of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Duties will include scanning slides, photos, historic documents, and other materials to a digital format, correcting the resulting images, cataloging all materials in a database, and storing images on DVD using established procedures. Basic computer skills necessary, including an understanding of computer file management. Training will be provided on all techniques so no previous skills with image processing required. No physically arduous duties required.

Position Description
Have RV? Willing to Travel? Looking for energetic couples interested in volunteering at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, located in beautiful Southwest Oklahoma. Major duties include: working the information desk at the refuge visitor center, maintenance projects, invasive species control, interpretation/environmental education programs, and lots more! Will provide a trailer site, full hookups + propane and access to land line phone and internet for a commitment of 24 hours per week per individual.

Position Description
Volunteer will assist the Administration Division with a variety of office and clerical functions. Tasks include: answer telephone, filing, typing, organizing, updating and labeling files, general computer work, purging/shredding of old files, mail processing, database management, and other administrative duties.Volunteers must be skilled in using typical office machines, able to follow directions, and able to assist callers in a welcoming and professional manner. Work can be on a long term or intermittent schedule. Housing is not typically available for these positions, but may be available in winter months.

Position Description
WEB SITE ASSISTANT: Assist with ongoing maintenance and development of the St. Croix Riverway website. Volunteer will work alongside our staff in updating and creating our National Park Service site, and troubleshoot problems that may arise.

Position Description
SCHOODIC EDUCATION ADVENTURE—TEACHING ASSISTANT

Time: Late Summer - Fall
Location: Winter Harbor, Maine
Duration: August or September – October or November (multiple 10-16 week positions)
Application Deadline: May 15th, 2008

Acadia National Park – Schoodic Education Research Center

The Schoodic Education and Research Center (SERC), a National Park Service Research Learning Center, is operated by a cooperative partnership between Acadia National Park and the non-profit Acadia Partners for Science and Learning (APSL). The campus is located in Acadia National Park on the Schoodic Peninsula near Winter Harbor, Maine. Situated on Big Moose Island at the tip of Schoodic Peninsula, the SERC campus has direct access to a variety of habitats. A short walk along the shore provides a substantial view of inter-tidal zone marine life, coastal geological processes, exposed cliff, cobble, mudflat, and marsh habitats. The impressive shoreline encompasses spruce/fir woodlands, stands of pitch pine and mountain habitats which are home to numerous migratory species. This Gulf of Maine setting offers a unique place to study natural sciences as well as human history from 4,000 years ago to the present.

Interpretive Programming

Education/Interpretation Interns at SERC work with two broad-based programs: the Schoodic Education Adventure program (SEA), and the Artist-in-Residence program (A-I-R). Additional duties as assigned include assisting with group meetings and general interpretive roving.

The bulk of the internship is working with the SEA program, which offers a curriculum-based residential program for 5th through 8th grade students and their teachers. The three- and four-day sessions combine hands-on field experience with classroom activities. Focusing on the theme of communicating data through maps and graphs, students explore the relationship between preserving public lands and monitoring their resources. Situated on the rugged coast of Maine, the campus is accessible to wetland and forest ecosystems and provides a rich educational environment for students.

The Artist-in-Residence (A-I-R) program is a competitive program that invites artists from a variety of media to study within the park for two-, three- and four-week residencies. During their stay, artists assist the SEA program with classes designed for children and often present a public program as well. Interpretation staff assists visiting artists with general orientation to the area as well as helping set up for art projects and classroom management.

Intern Duties

The 2008 Schoodic Teaching Assistant/Intern Program will run 10-16 weeks with positions starting in August and September and running through late October/early November.

Interns spend approximately 70% of their time leading field programs and conducting classroom activities. The core curriculum includes exploring forest and marine ecology, developing geology and archeology maps, investigating nocturnal adaptations on a night hike, and instructing map, compass, and GPS techniques while learning about landscape change over time. Students use a wide array of tools for investigation including journals, scientific equipment, computers, graphs, maps, data synthesis, and the arts.

Approximately 10% of the time is spent in training and program preparation. Another 10% is involved with facility set-up, light maintenance like vacuuming, and group management duties such as meeting the bus, lunch duty, dorm check-out, etc. The remaining 10% of the job includes new activity development, creating props, data entry, program research, and assisting with auxiliary programs.

Responsibilities

• Work 32-40 hours per 4/5-day work week. Schedules occasionally include working weekends, and shifts vary. Frequently we share a 4½-day workweek, ending at noon on a Friday and returning to work mid-day on a Monday.
• Participate in pre-program training, work as a member of an education team, and attend weekly staff development/logistical meetings.
• Lead morning, afternoon, and evening programs. Interns are not responsible for students after the conclusion of evening programs, but may be on call to assist in the event of an emergency. Supervisory duties are shared at all times with the students’ teachers.
• Contribute to all aspects of the operation of SERC through other duties as assigned.
• Positively represent the National Park Service as a member of the interpretive staff.

Benefits

• A weekly stipend of $100.
• $65.00 uniform allowance for tan pants (Receipts must be provided.)
• Uniform shirts and jackets provided.
• Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities are provided on campus in a separate location from the student dormitory.
• Limited meals are available when school programs are in session.
• Laundry facilities are available on campus.
• College credit can be arranged through most universities prior to internship season. Intern must arrange internship credit before the start of the season.

This is an intensive and rewarding experience.

Qualifications

Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the environment, history, education, and/or the arts and possess a sincere desire to work with middle level students in an intensive and rewarding program. The ability to work as a member of a team and establish good rapport with students and teachers is important. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but students with two years of academic credit completed are encouraged to apply and participate in an internship for academic credit. Additional program development can be provided for graduate students pursuing internship credit through their university. Current first aid and CPR certification are preferred but training can be arranged if needed.

Academic Credit

Students wishing to participate in Acadia National Park’s internship program for academic credit must arrange credits through their college advisor at the university issuing their degree, before the internship begins. Academic advisors/ professors can contact the SEA director, Kate Petrie, for references/appraisals regarding the intern’s performance. The SEA director will work with your advisor to supervise your internship. The SEA director and Acadia National Park staff will not arrange accreditation for students. Interns must take responsibility for their own course application and paperwork.

How To Apply

Send the following materials to Kate_Petrie@nps.gov or mail application to Acadia National Park, c/o K. Petrie, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 reference contacts

Position Description
Individual reviews NPS archeological site database with NPS archeologist and makes adjustments to archeological site entries to reflect updated site conditions. Expert knowledge of archeological site survey and/or excavation is not required, but is desirable. This volunteer position is for someone with experience with relational database design and implementation, either in Microsoft Access, Borland Paradox, or SQL, and has an interest in applying that knowledge in a cultural resource context. Volunteer service may be at the Southeast Archeological Center in Tallahassee, Florida, or at the Big South Fork National Recreation Area in Central Tennessee.

Position Description
Performs filing and clerical duties associated with the retention, maintenance, disposition, and control of records per NPS-19 throughout Keweenaw National Historical Park.

Purpose of the position is to perform routine filing and clerical tasks in the absence of available park personnel. The work performed affects the preservation and availability of material for staff and visitors.

The work is partially sedentary, involving prolonged periods of time filing or operating a computer workstation, standing, walking, and bending.

Housing or reimbursement for expenses is not provided for this position.

Recommended regular schedule of eight hours per week, but variable according to volunteers’ commitment and suitability in position.

Position Description
Processing and cataloging collections. Work with the Center’s Supervisory Museum Specialist to ensure accurate and complete cataloging of archeological materials, following established guidelines. Enter cataloging data into the Automated National Catalog System (ANCS+) or its successor and the Center’s databases using established NPS and Center procedures. Unpack specimens and processes them; perform limited cleaning. Repack specimens with care, assuring complete labeling that preserves data associated with the specimens.Identify and label newly received specimens by matching field labels, notes, etc. with the new specimens. Prepare objects for storage or display. Index, document, and store newly received items. Seek assistance for situations not covered by instructions or guidelines.Organize collections in storage on shelves or in cabinets as is most appropriate for protection of the specimens and for ease of retrieval.Prepare, maintain, and organize manual and automated curatorial records including accession records, catalog records, and donation forms; maintain and organize other records, such as inventories and specimens lists. File records in accession folders and affix catalog numbers to objects. Maintain and update cataloging and indexing system.Perform routine research for catalog records, exhibits, and other purposes as assigned.Implement museum maintenance and housekeeping schedules. Perform routine cleaning of specimens as directed and according to established standards. Assist in scheduled cleaning of museum collection storage. Implement museum environmental monitoring program, including gathering data, maintaining the monitoring equipment, and preparing permanent data records. Assist with the design and installation of exhibits. Perform delicate procedures necessary for preservation and conservation of objects and specimens. Provide assistance to others who complete the Annual Inventory of Collections. Provide answers and information to visitors. Supervise, assist, and monitor all visitors to museum facility, including researchers using the collection. Use archives and museum collection to provide answers to research requests from outside researchers and from park staff. Refer unusual requests with no obvious answer to SEAC staff.

Position Description
Volunteer assists Southeast Archeological Center archeologists in excavating and documenting prehistoric and historic sites, ranging from mound sites to Civil War battlefields. Excavations are performed throughout the Southeast United States and in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Work is often performed in difficult terrain and in taxing heat/cold, humidity, and vegetation. Opportunity includes processing collections (washing, sorting, cataloging, storing) at the Southeast Archeological Center facility in Tallahassee, Florida.

Position Description
Volunteer assists curatorial staff and archeologists with library maintenance and research requests. Includes providing general information, filing books, reports and letters, and other office tasks. May include trapping insect pests and killing them.

Position Description

Applications Due: February 25, 2008

The National Park Service is seeking 4-5 motivated individuals to assist developing communication and multimedia outreach products for the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN) Inventory and Monitoring (I&M) program, the Pacific Coast Science and Learning Center (PCSLC) at Point Reyes National Seashore, and NOAA’s Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary. The programs work together to develop and implement a cutting edge science program for the National Park Service that supports effective land and ocean management decisions. The goal of the communication and outreach efforts is to make current research interesting and relevant to a wide audience within the National Park Service and beyond: partner agencies, park visitors, and the general public.

The interns will work closely with the park staff to identify and develop appropriate communication messages, audiences and specific products. One of the interns at the PCSLC will work primarily on ocean sciences communication and outreach on diverse projects, including developing a marine ecology program for visitors to Point Reyes. A variety of media will be explored including oral presentations, newsletters, fact sheets, posters, brochures, audio and video briefings, podcasting, photography, web development (static and interactive) including blogging, and/or e-field trips. There will be opportunities to visit parks in the Bay Area, work with other interns and assist with field research conducted in the National Parks.

Qualifications : Individuals should have a science background (e.g. marine ecology, biology, zoology, botany, or a physical science), strong writing skills, interest in science education, and be tech savvy. Should be familiar with digital camera/video equipment, PC desktop operating systems, and software including MS Word and digital editing software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver or similar). Familiarity with Apple OS X and design software (e.g. QuarkXPress, iMovie, Final Cut Pro) also a plus.

The most competitive candidates for this internship are creative, highly motivated, enthusiastic for the natural environment, able to work independently, able to manage multiple tasks, and are willing to try new things.

Training Opportunities : This internship will provide hands-on experience working on science communication and outreach efforts by a leading federal agency involved in land and ocean management and preservation. We will provide individual training opportunities based on the applicant’s needs. There may be opportunities to take classes offered through the Park Service including: resource interpretation, CPR, First-Aid, etc. There is also a regional NPS Science Communication Conference in April 2008 that successful applicants may participate in.

Application Material : These positions will be filled as soon as possible. Please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, dates of availability, preferred location, and provide contact info for at least 2 references. Compensation: daily stipend, mileage reimbursement, and/or housing may be available.

Network

Background and Overview—The San Francisco Bay Area Network

The Inventory and Monitoring Program and the Pacific Coast Science and Learning Center serve the National Parks of the San Francisco Bay Area Network (SFAN). The SFAN parks are within the Central California Coast Ranges and share many ecological systems and associated anthropogenic influences which include invasions of non-native species, altered fire regimes, degraded air and water quality, heavy recreational pressure, adjacent habitat loss, and climate change with associated sea level rise. The parks are extremely diverse in natural resources and have a unique set of complex management challenges within a densely populated setting. Most of the SFAN units are part of the Central California International Biosphere Reserve (Myers et al 2000), and are part of the California Floristic Province, an area recognized by Conservation International as a hotspot of biodiversity.

NOAA’s Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary sits just offshore of Point Reyes National Seashore and works to protect the unique offshore ecosystem surrounding the hidden Cordell Bank. The Sanctuary has research and monitoring programs to better understand the resources, has protective regulations, and communicates to the public through education and outreach programs. Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary is the most northern of the three contiguous National Marine Sanctuaries on our coast and is entirely offshore. www.cordellbank.noaa.gov

SFAN parks include :

• Eugene O’Neill National Historical Site (www.nps.gov/EUON)
• Fort Point National Historical Site (www.nps.gov/FOPO)
• Golden Gate National Recreation Area (www.nps.gov/GOGA)
• John Muir National Historical Site (www.nps.gov/JOMU)
• Muir Woods National Monument (www.nps.gov/MUWO)
• Pinnacles National Monument (www.nps.gov/PINN)
• Point Reyes National Seashore (www.nps.gov/PORE)

Location of Internships :The location of the internships will be at one of the two locations listed below:

• Inventory and Monitoring Program, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Fort Cronkhite -Building 1063, Sausalito, CA 94965
• Pacific Coast Science and Learning Center, Point Reyes National Seashore, 1 Bear Valley Rd, PointReyes Station, CA, 94956.

Hours : 16-40 hrs per week, negotiable. Duration : 4-8 months, negotiable.
Start Date : Negotiable, ideally March, 2008.

Position Description
Duties include contactiong park neighbors to set up oral history interviews, conducting interviews following the park Oral History Standard Operating Procedures, and transcribe the oral history log for each interview using Microsoft Word.

Volunteer will be working indoors, traveling to and from oral history interviews, and working within the homes or offices of those interviewed. Sedentary work is required as well as walking, hauling equipment, and driving.

< Skills needed include the ability to communicate and work with the public, the ability to setup and conduct oral history interviews, and skill in the use of tape recording devices, typing skill, and computer experience. (Training in use of the oral history equipment will be provided.)

Position Description
INTRODUCTION: This position is located in the Administration Division of Devils Tower National Monument, Devils Tower, Wyoming. The purpose is to provide clerical support for the Monument.

A: MAJOR DUTIES: Assists office staff in the performance of a variety of word processing and clerical duties.1.Utilizing office automation hardware and software, types correspondence from rough draft, forms, and similar material. Word processing is performed in final form.

2. Assembles routine correspondence such as form letters, information requests, and transmittals of material. Prepares a variety of forms from rough draft in accordance with established formats and procedures.

3. Receives, screens, and routes mail, correspondence, and other material.

4. Maintains a variety of files: files a variety of information, correspondence, and catalogs as outlined by established filing guidelines or as instructed by administrative staff; searches for and retrieves a variety of information, correspondence, and catalogs as instructed by administrative staff.

5. Receives telephone calls and office visitors and refers them to appropriate office personnel.

6. Photocopies, collates, assembles, and staples information, correspondence and other material as instructed.

7. Access various files and documents on the internet. Print and file documents.

B: FACTORS:

1. Knowledge Required by the Position:

a: Word Processing: Knowledge of office automation software functions to edit electronic drafts, and to utilize and/or update existing data bases and program software.Knowledge of English grammar and spelling.Basic ability to access information on internet.Competitive level proficiency in typing required.

b: Clerical: Skill in the use of judgment and tact in responding to calls and visitors received in the office.Ability to learn clerical procedures in order to maintain files, assemble routine correspondence, and route a variety of material including mail, circulars, correspondence, and other information; and to identify and recognize recurring office clerical situations.Ability to operate photocopy machine.

2. Supervisory Controls:

a: Word Processing: Works under the direct supervision of the Administrative Tech. who sets priorities and work assignments. The volunteer works independently on routine work assignments. Work of a more technical nature is closely monitored by Administrative Tech. Completed work is reviewed or spot checked before leaving for compliance with instructions and procedures, completeness, appearance, accuracy, and typographical errors.

3. Guidelines: Numerous guidelines are utilized and include bureau and departmental manuals, the Correspondence Handbook, internal office procedures, and other guides. When existing guidelines are not appropriate for specific situation, the volunteer refers the matter to the Administrative Tech. or other knowledgeable staff.

4. Complexity: Performs work with varied responsibilities. Shifts frequently from one type of work to another as assignments are received. When performing clerical duties, employee must often add, date, or fill in words or figures to make documents or correspondence complete. Further complexity comes from performance of word processing functions on an IBM PC compatible computer.

5. Scope and Effect: Word Processing: The purpose of the work is to provide word processing and clerical support services. The work contributes to the efficiency of daily operations in the work setting.

6. Personal Contacts: Contacts are with park employees and with the visiting public and business concerns. Telephone contacts are with the public, NPS employees and all business callers.

7. Purpose of Contacts: The purpose is usually to receive work assignments and instructions, acquire and/or furnish information as necessary to accomplish the mission of the administrative division.

8. Physical Demand: Most work is sedentary and is performed sitting at a desk with some walking, standing, bending, and carrying light objects.

9. Work Environment: Work is performed in an office setting.

NOTE: Volunteer may be required to undergo a Background Investigation.

C: WORK SCHEDULE: The Volunteer is scheduled for 32 hours per week. Routine work week consists of 4 days, with the schedule to be agreed upon by Volunteer and Administrative staff. Weekends are not generally worked but may be scheduled if desired by volunteer. Government holidays are not worked.Workday consists of 8 hours per day, from 7:30am to 4:00pm. Occasionally the Volunteer may be requested to work other shift hours, between 6:00am and 12:00 midnight, to assist with special projects.

D: LENGTH OF SEASON: The Volunteer would work between May and September. Actual length of appointment will be determined between Volunteer and park at time of selection.

E: REIMBURSEMENT: $7.00/working day for volunteer performing identified duties of a position.

F: WORK UNIFORM: The Volunteer will be required to wear the designated uniform items. Uniform items consist of hats, shirts, and pants. The park will provide uniform hats and shirts. Brown or khaki pants will be purchased by the volunteer and reimbursed by the park for actual purchase price up to $60.00.

G: RV SITE: The park has a limited number of graveled RV sites available with hookups for water, sewer, electrical (50amp/220v and 30amp/220v receptacles). Sites come with picnic table, and shade trees.