Individual Placement - Interpretation and Education AmeriCorps Member

Job description

Service Position Summary Interpretation AmeriCorps members will be working alongside permanent and seasonal Interpretation staff and assist in staffing the Panther Junction Visitor Center. They will have an opportunity to receive training in supporting, creating, and presenting interpretation programs. Service Location: Big Bend, TX: Service Schedule: June 8, 2026 - October 23, 2026 Immediate Supervisor/Title: Christy Negele/Acting Interpretation Supervisor and Volunteer Manager, christy_negele@nps.gov AmeriCorps Service Term Minimum Hours: 675 hours Essential Functions: Visitor Center Duties: - Staff the information desk, providing orientation and information to park visitors - Write permits for visitors including: backpacking permits, river permits, backcountry roadside camping permits, horse permits, and fishing permits - Explain Leave No Trace principles and park regulations to all permit holders - Operate a NPS fee register, selling park passes, entrance fees, and fees for backcountry permits - Work with kids and young adults who are looking to complete the Jr. Ranger Program - Work with volunteers throughout the park (Camp Hosts, PSAR volunteers, and Visitor Center Hosts) to...