Position Title: NPS Historic Preservation Training Center – Build Up Facility Management Intern – AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements

Site Location: Remote - Omaha, NE

Occasional on-site visits to park locations may be required for more hands-on assessments or to attend critical meetings.

Terms of Service:

• Start Date: 8/4/2025, preference given to applications received by 7/1/2025
• Duration: 20 Weeks
• AmeriCorps Hours Slot: 675 Hours

Purpose:

Stewards Individual Placements (STE) 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.

The Facilities Management Intern will be an integral part of the National Park Service Midwest Regional Office. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in facility operations, maintenance coordination, and sustainable practices while supporting park operations remotely. The intern will work from the central regional office, leveraging digital communication tools to assist in the servicing of 65 parks around the Midwest Region. This position offers a unique blend of administrative, technical, and project-oriented tasks that bridge field operations with behind-the-scenes support.

Description of Duties:

• Digital Monitoring: Use remote monitoring tools to track maintenance requests and ensure facility systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing) across parks are functioning within operational standards.
• Virtual Coordination: Engage in regular video or phone conferences with on-site park facility managers and external vendors to expedite solutions for maintenance issues.
• Documentation: Maintain digital logs, work orders, and service reports by using facility management software and spreadsheet tools to document maintenance activities and track project progress.

Project Support:

• Data Collection and Analysis: Compile, analyze, and report on data from facility audits or energy usage statistics, helping the team make data-driven decisions for improvements and cost savings.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Research and propose best practices for energy efficiency and sustainable facility management that align with National Park Service conservation goals.
• Project Coordination: Assist in preparing project proposals, timelines, and status updates for facility renovations and upgrades.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with park managers, internal teams, and vendors using digital collaboration tools (e.g., email, video conferences, instant messaging) to ensure clear communication regarding priorities and schedules.
• Reporting: Prepare periodic performance and maintenance reports, contributing to strategic planning sessions with the regional leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

Remote Operational Support:

• Assist in monitoring and coordinating maintenance needs for park facilities across the region through digital systems and remote communications.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work with on-site park teams to troubleshoot issues virtually.

Project Coordination:

• Support project managers in planning and executing facility upgrades, renovations, and energy efficiency projects remotely.
• Compile and analyze data for projects, preparing summaries and recommendations for improvements tailored to park-specific challenges.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Conduct virtual facility audits and maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, energy usage, and system performance.
• Prepare digital reports and presentations that showcase facility performance metrics, remote intervention outcomes, and recommended strategies for long-term sustainability.

Vendor and Stakeholder Communication:

• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors by scheduling virtual meetings, obtaining cost estimates, and ensuring adherence to the National Park Service’s quality standards.
• Serve as a liaison between the regional office and park managers, ensuring clear communication about facility needs and upcoming projects.

Research and Sustainability Initiatives:

• Investigate emerging trends in remote facility management and sustainability best practices that can be applied to historical and natural resource settings.
• Provide input on innovative technologies and strategies that can streamline maintenance operations and improve energy efficiency across park facilities.

Qualifications:

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
• Must be 18-30 years of age, maximum 35 for Veterans with DD-214
• Ability to commit to a 20-week experience of combined training and hands-on work
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb and walk in all manners of environmental conditions such as rain, mud, and extreme heat or cold.
• Interest in traditional trades or historic preservation
• Driver’s License & personal transportation will be required to report to job site
• Willingness to learn preservation skills and safety protocols.
• Operate as a good team member and follow daily direction.
• Follow HPTC's project agreement and safety plan.
• Be respectful of all members or crew and supervisor staff

Physical Requirements:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

Time Requirements:

• This position is expected to serve full time 40 hours per week, but exact service schedules may vary depending on travel and project details.

Orientation and Training:

• Gain exposure to real-world facility management challenges, balancing the demands of public service with environmental sustainability.
• Enhance proficiency with emerging technologies in remote facility oversight and digital project management.
• Build professional skills in vendor negotiation, data analysis, and strategic communication tailored to public sector operations.
• These details ensure that the intern understands the mix of independent remote work and collaboration with on-site teams, preparing them for a role that bridges traditional facility management with modern digital processes.

Benefits:

• $600/wk living allowance + $400/wk additional benefit (equivalent to $25/hr pre-tax)
• AmeriCorps Segal Education Award- $2,817.14 (requires completion of entire internship)
• Travel/Relocation Stipend Available
• $1000 Professional Development Stipend
• Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority

Evaluation and Reporting:

As a Stewards AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has served their total amount of service hours, satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking. 

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.