GIS Support Steward – AmeriCorps
Nichols College, Dudley, MA, United States
Expires on April 26, 2026.
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Position Title:
GIS Support Steward – AmeriCorps
Terms of Service:
Start Date: 06/01/2026
End Date: 11/13/2026
AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 675 Hours
Purpose:
Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards), a program of Conservation Legacy, provides individuals with AmeriCorps service and career internship opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to provide institutional capacity, develop community relationships, and support ecosystem health. Stewards in partnership with the NPS GIS Office will host a cohort of GIS Stewards.
Location:
Office of the Superintendent at Big Cypress National Preserve.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Serve with the Lands & Permits coordinator and educate staff on using ArcPro, developing and updating databases, conducting spatial analysis, and producing maps.
Provide one‑on‑one and group training to staff with varying levels of experience in ArcMap and ArcPro.
Assist the Lands & Permits coordinator in updating landowner access routes and databases to produce landowner access maps for approximately 200 in‑holders.
Requirements:
United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.
At least 18 years of age.
Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award.
Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced GIS skills and knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and applications.
Proficiency in geospatial data management, including working with geodatabases, performing database queries, and producing well‑designed cartographic products.
Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills, including presenting.
Self‑motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
Our Commitment:
Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non‑traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, and use of program‑specific tools and a range of technology. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions.
Time Requirements:
Typically, this position is expected to serve 40 hours per week, though exact service schedules may vary. A half‑hour lunch break will not be counted toward AmeriCorps service. Members may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events during the service term.
Orientation and Training:
Members will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $2,817.14
Living Allowance of $600 per week.
Additional Benefit of $360 per week.
Loan forbearance if Eligible.
Interest Payments if Eligible.
Evaluation and Reporting:
Performance will be evaluated on completion of required hours, satisfactory completion of assignments, and other specified performance criteria. Reporting requirements include bi‑weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.
Supervisor Information:
Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.
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Internship Exploring General Business & Beyond
Position Title:
GIS Support Steward – AmeriCorps
Terms of Service:
Start Date: 06/01/2026
End Date: 11/13/2026
AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 675 Hours
Purpose:
Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards), a program of Conservation Legacy, provides individuals with AmeriCorps service and career internship opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to provide institutional capacity, develop community relationships, and support ecosystem health. Stewards in partnership with the NPS GIS Office will host a cohort of GIS Stewards.
Location:
Office of the Superintendent at Big Cypress National Preserve.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Serve with the Lands & Permits coordinator and educate staff on using ArcPro, developing and updating databases, conducting spatial analysis, and producing maps.
Provide one‑on‑one and group training to staff with varying levels of experience in ArcMap and ArcPro.
Assist the Lands & Permits coordinator in updating landowner access routes and databases to produce landowner access maps for approximately 200 in‑holders.
Requirements:
United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.
At least 18 years of age.
Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award.
Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced GIS skills and knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and applications.
Proficiency in geospatial data management, including working with geodatabases, performing database queries, and producing well‑designed cartographic products.
Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills, including presenting.
Self‑motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
Our Commitment:
Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non‑traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, and use of program‑specific tools and a range of technology. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions.
Time Requirements:
Typically, this position is expected to serve 40 hours per week, though exact service schedules may vary. A half‑hour lunch break will not be counted toward AmeriCorps service. Members may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events during the service term.
Orientation and Training:
Members will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $2,817.14
Living Allowance of $600 per week.
Additional Benefit of $360 per week.
Loan forbearance if Eligible.
Interest Payments if Eligible.
Evaluation and Reporting:
Performance will be evaluated on completion of required hours, satisfactory completion of assignments, and other specified performance criteria. Reporting requirements include bi‑weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.
Supervisor Information:
Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.
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