Position Title: NPS Historic Preservation Training Center – Isle Royale National Park - Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member – AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements - East

Site Location: NPS – Isle Royale National Park

800 E Lakeshore Dr., Houghton, MI 49931

Terms of Service:

• Start Date: 06/01/2026
• End Date: 08/21/2026
• AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 450Hours (12 Weeks)

Purpose:

Stewards Individual Placements is an AmeriCorps affiliated program that provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and protect 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. Stewards, in partnership with ISLE ROYAL NATIONAL PARK (ISRO), is seeking two AmeriCorps service members to support the Facility Maintenance Division staff in operations and maintenance on systems parkwide.

The park has three ultrafiltration membrane water treatment plants, and one extended aeration activated sludge wastewater treatment plant. The park also has four small outlaying stations, each with their own water treatment facilities. Service members will gain a practical understanding of how these systems work and how they support park operations. By the end of the service term, members will have gained skills and knowledge that will be directly transferable to other water and wastewater systems within the NPS or elsewhere.

Description of Duties:

• Pump water at one of the water treatment plants including testing chlorine and turbidities

• Test pH and dissolved oxygen, adjust chemical addition, waste sludge, clean clarifiers, check lifts stations, test for coliform bacteria, phosphorus, ammonia, total suspended solids, biological oxygen demand, perform microorganism ID etc. at the wastewater treatment plant.

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as pumps and blowers

• Assist in utilities improvement projects such as replacing valves and building valve boxes

• Collateral duties may include supporting other park operations such as helping with lines for park ferries and moving freight, light grounds work and assisting other maintenance staff

• Participate in on-the-job and formal training relating the to duties listed below and as part of the park’s on-boarding and orientation process for employees including:

OSHA 1910 & 1926, Operational Leadership, Water, Wastewater & Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures, vehicle operation, Job Hazard Analysis, tailgate safety meetings, seasonal orientation, first aid/CPR, park operations.

• Learn and follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as face shields, hard hat, gloves, respirators, and protective clothing.

• Operate light trucks and other vehicles to access systems and move supplies and materials.

• Record water and wastewater data (e.g., meter readings) on local, state, and federal forms.

• Complete hard copy and electronic paperwork, forms, and data-entry; compile and review information and create draft reports.

• Assist Supervisor and other administrative staff with tasks such as data collection and contract monitoring, fleet management, and supply inventory and monitoring.

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.
• Ability to commit to a 12-week experience of combined training and hands-on work
• 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
• Preference given to candidates enrolled in programs related to environmental science, chemistry, biology, engineering, or have expressed interest in water or wastewater treatment.
• Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
• Willingness to learn preservation skills and safety protocols.
• Ability to operate as a good team member within work crew and follow daily direction.
• Follow HPTC's project agreement and safety plan.
• Be respectful of all members or crew and supervisor staff

Our Commitment:

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full consideration of all qualified individuals and will ensure that people with disabilities are provided with 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 of 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 recruitment process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

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 AmeriCorps service
• Members 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:

• Members will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
• Members will shadow NPS water operators to gain site specific training
• Service members will be provided with occupational leadership and possible basic first aid training.
• Training materials will be provided to study for State Water/Wastewater Certifications.
• Cross-training opportunities in other divisions, if interested

Benefits:

• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $1,956.35
• Living Allowance of $520 a week + Additional Benefit of $200 a week (equivalent to $18/hr)
• Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority
• Park Housing Available
• Healthcare Coverage if Eligible
• Childcare Coverage if Eligible
• Loan forbearance if Eligible
• Interest Payments if Eligible

Evaluation and Reporting:

As an AmeriCorps 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:

STE Program Staff:

Kahla Stewart

Program Coordinator

Stewards Individual Placements

(423) 402-6004

kstewart@conservationlegacy.org

Service Site Staff:

Lea Korsmeyer

Utility System Repairer Operator Leader

Isle Royale National Park

lea_korsmeyer@nps.gov

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 accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.