NATIONAL PARK SERVICE – FORT LARNED NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Length: | Term of positions is 20 weeks; | | | full-time 40 hrs./wk. | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Location: | Larned, Kansas | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Living Allowance: | $550 /week | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | AmeriCorps Award: | Position is eligible for an | | | AmeriCorps education award upon | | | successful completion of the | | | program. Value of education award is | | | $2,360.00 (pre-tax). | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Start Date: | 05/10/2021 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Application Due Date: | Preference given to applicants that | | | submit application by 05/10/2021 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Title of Position | Traditional Trade Apprentice | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+
POSITION DETAILS
Stewards Individual Placement Program (SIPP) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health.
SIPP in partnership with the National Park Service Fort Larned National Historic Site are seeking two (2) AmeriCorps members who will serve as an apprentice on the park historic preservation team. Preservation teams performed preservation maintenance and treatment repairs on ten historic structures in the park in a variety of trade skills. Incumbent will develop skills in masonry pointing, flat wall plastering, wood repairs to windows and doors, glazing, wood shingle roof repairs and painting.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
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HOW TO APPLY Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions. In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.
Stewards Individual Placements Program does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
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