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Office Agent

Conservation Legacy

Office Agent

King Of Prussia, PA +1 location
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    NPS – VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

    +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Length: | Term of positions is 26 weeks; | | | full-time 40 hrs/wk | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Location: | King of Prussia, PA | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Living Allowance: | $300/week | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | AmeriCorps Award: | Position is eligible for an | | | AmeriCorps education award upon | | | successful completion of the | | | program. Value of education award is | | | $$3,097.50  (pre-tax). | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Start Date: | 9/13/21 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Application Due Date: | Preference given to applicants that | | | submit application by 7/1/2021 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Title of Position | Natural Resource Internship | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+

     

     

    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 Valley Forge National Historical Park are seeking an intern who will be involved in a variety of activities associated with natural resource preservation, become familiar with issues that face natural resource managers, and work closely with NPS staff and partners to monitor and address those issues. At the same time interns will contribute to the collection of data and implementation of projects that benefit park resources and assist park managers in achieving management goals.

     

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

    • Assist with collection of data and tissue samples from animals removed during lethal reduction activities to assess deer herd health and monitor for potential wildlife disease
    • Learn and conduct tissue sample collection and safety procedures based on established protocols
    • Assist with management of biological data using established data management protocols
    • Work on a team that includes members from state and federal agencies as well as park staff from all park divisions.
    • Assist in monitoring water quality in the Valley Creek Watershed by downloading data from HOBO and SONDE data loggers
    • Develop and field test protocols for equipment maintenance, data collection and storage, and metadata creation
    • Help organize and input data into a database
    • Help upload and manage data input into new Aquarius database

     

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    • Major in a field related to the biological sciences (e.g. wildlife and fisheries science, biology, forestry, environmental science, etc.) with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
    • Must possess a valid driver’s license
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Applicants must pass a criminal background check which requires fingerprinting by park law enforcement or your local police department prior to start date.
    • Ability to hike up to 5-7 miles per day across varied terrain and to operate basic mechanical and electronic equipment (e.g. weed whip, gps unit, etc.)
    • may include exposure to extreme weather conditions, herbicides, poisonous plants, stinging and biting insects and wild animals.

     

     

     PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Experience working with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and experience with global positioning systems.
    • Spanish language skills

     

    BENEFITS: Position is eligible for an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of the program. Value of education award is $3,097.50 (pre-tax).

    • Living Allowance: $300/week (pre-tax)
    • Specialized training in: Communication skills training, subject matter training, site orientation, and safety training

     

     

    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.

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications

    Ability to handle the stress of a fast-paced eight hour shift.

    Ability to learn PC skills and apply knowledge.

    Ability to concentrate on detail.

    Minimum typing speed of 30 WPM.

    Reports to work on a regular and timely basis.

    Ability to lift 70 lbs.  No exceptions.

    Ability to drive all cargo handling equipment.

    Ability to step up to an above ground level.

    Retrieve import/deliver export documents to and from aircraft.

  • Industry
    Other
  • Locations
    King Of Prussia, PA • King of Prussia, PA