Point Reyes National Seashore - Utility Systems Member - AmeriCorps

Site Location: NPS – Point Reyes National Seashore Terms of Service:

Start Date: 01/11/2027 End Date:07/09/2027 Ameri Corps Slot Classification:900 hours (26 weeks)Purpose: Stewards Individual Placements is an Ameri Corps affiliated program that provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and pr otect our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits, building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting the health of natural areas. The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The National Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. Stewards, in partnership with Point Reyes National Seashore (PORE) is seeking a n Ameri Corps service member to assist National Park Service staff in maintaining and operating the seashore’s utility systems, primarily maintaining 13 small non-public systems and 6 public systems. Of the public systems, one is community and the rest transient non-community. One class 1 wastewater system with treatment pond, 7-8 pressurized septic systems and many traditional gravity septic systems are present. We serve visitors, employees, housed employees, a children's camp, hostel, a Coast Guard facility, multiple backcountry campgrounds, and beach facilities. Visitors, residents and all communities on our water and wastewater systems rely on proper maintenance of our systems. All nearby lakes, streams and the ocean rely on proper wastewater treatment. S upport will include testing chlorine residual levels, collect ing bacteriological samples, add ing chlorine to a water treatment system, repairing broken pipes and assist ing in vegetation removal around wells, water treatment sheds, and sewer ponds. The selected service member will be provide d with an opportunity to learn the skills required to provide safe drinking water, protect cultural and natural resources, and apply for future NPS water operator positions. The member will also study for and take the test to receive a water treatment level 1 certification. Description of

Duties: Assist in the oversight of a Parkwide Utility Infrastructure Project Assist in technical review of Water/Wastewater components of this project Members will observe contractors completing work on water and wastewater projects and be included in weekly meeting updates Operat e light trucks and other vehicles to access systems and move supplies and materials Collect water and bacteriological samples and perform water testing in accordance with Standard Methods and

State Requirements: Record water and wastewater data (e.g., meter readings) on local, state, and federal forms Perform minor repair to plumbing and chemical feed systems, which includes Lift Stations and Grinder Pumps Conduct routine system checks and monitor chlorine residuals Perform general maintenance and cleanup to pumphouses, treatment plants, laboratories, and vehicles Analyze water results and make corrections to treatment processes Assist with wastewater system maintenance and pumping operations Vegetation removal around wells, water treatment sheds, and sewer pond Complete hard copy and electronic paperwork, forms, and data-entry; compile and review information and create draft reports Job shadow other employees and work groups to gain exposure to other career paths and facets of park operations Assist supervisor and other administrative staff with tasks such as data collection and contract monitoring, fleet management, and supply inventory and monitoring Prepar e documents and reports using tablets, GIS, data management and word processing software

Qualifications: United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien At least 18 years of age, Veterans up to 35 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 Ameri Corps 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 Capable of noticing and diagnosing utility problems Able to determine and implement sound and safe resolutions as utility issues arise Ability to be flexible and work within a team Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills Organizational skills 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, 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. The ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Vanessa Morrison at vmorrison@conservationlegacy.org

Time Requirements: Typically, this position is expected to serve Monday to Friday at a full-time capacity of 40 hours a week, but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break will not be counted towards Ameri Corps service Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term Fully on-site Orientation and Training: Member will receive an orientation that includes training on Ameri Corps prohibited and unallowable activities Member will shadow NPS water operators to gain site specific training Service member will be provided basic first aid, bloodborne pathogen awareness, operational leadership, fall protection, lead awareness, respirator fit test, asbestos awareness, and possibly chainsaw and heavy equipment safety trainingsT-1 California state water license First Aid training Operational Leadership Fall protection training Respirator fit test Chainsaw and heavy equipment safety training Segal Ameri Corps Education Award of $3,697.50 Living Allowance of $600per week + additional benefit of $200 (equivalent to $20/hr)On-site housing provided Public Lands Corp Hiring Authorit yLoan forbearance if Eligible Interest Payments if Eligible Evaluation and Reporting: As an Ameri Corps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has 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. Supervisor Name and Contact Information: Service Site Staff and Contact Information: 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.