GIS Support Steward -AmeriCorps (Petroglyph Natoinal Monument)
Conservation Legacy
Position Title: GIS Support Steward - AmeriCorps
Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements
Site Location: Petroglyph National Monument, 6001 Unser Blvd. NW Albuquerque, NM 87120
Terms of Service:
- Start Date: 06/01/2026
- End Date: 11/13/2026
- AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 675 Hours - 24 Weeks
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 is hosting a cohort of GIS stewards.
The position is located at Petroglyph National Monument (PETR) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. At just over 7,200 acres, PETR stretches 17 miles along the West Mesa. Established by Congress on June 27, 1990, PETR protects more than 20,000 petroglyphs and 350 archeological sites, including the Las Imagines National Archeological District. The GIS steward will work with Resource Management staff at PETR to improve and manage existing geospatial data, create new databases from legacy data, and develop workflow standards and processes. By the end of this opportunity, the incumbent can expect to have increased proficiency levels for the following GIS Competencies: Coordination and Communication, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Technology Application, Information Quality Assurance, and Data Management and Metadata. No park housing is available.
Description of Duties:
The GIS steward will work primarily with PETR’s Natural and Cultural Resource Program.
Tasks will include compiling and organizing spatial databases, improving mobile GIS workflows, and developing tools and applications for digital field data collection, data creation, editing, and updates. Additional tasks may include inventory and collecting data on park trails and facilities, serving with visitor services and resource protection staff creating maps for web and mobile GIS (NPS App), story maps, and Park Atlas applications.
The project may include reviewing legacy resource datasets for source accuracy and completing metadata as necessary, serving with existing NPS Standard authoritative datasets, migrating workflows to ArcGIS Pro and updating technical documents. Depending on the participant’s interest and abilities, additional tasks may include developing scripting tools and/or processes for quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) of data, and/or improving layer symbology and web map cartography and responding to GIS user issues and requests. Service will occur independently and in a team setting. Although much of the service will occur in a climate-controlled office, field data collection activities will involve hiking in remote and rugged desert terrain and extreme temperatures. Candidates should be comfortable serving in a field environment.
Qualifications:
- United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
- Applicants must be between ages of 18-30 years old, or up to 35 for veteran, based on Public Land Corps Act of 1993 authorizing this AmeriCorps opportunity.
- Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of 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, knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and applications, and use of high accuracy GPS data collection devices are essential, whether gained through coursework or applied experience. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in geospatial data management, including working with geodatabases, performing database queries, and producing well-designed cartographic products. Skill and experience with Python and/or relational databases may also be considered. Must possess strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills, including technical writing and presenting. A successful applicant must be self-motivated and able to serve with limited supervision after the initial training period.
Applicants must also be enrolled at an institution of higher education or within two years post-graduation. Applicants who have obtained or are pursuing a GIS degree or certificate and/or with GIS experience are preferred. Prior to starting this position, a federal government security background clearance will be required.
Benefits:
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $2,817.14
- Living Allowance of $600 per week.
- Additional Benefit of $160 per week.
- Student Loan forbearance if Eligible (administered by MyAmeriCorps, directly)
- Interest Payments if Eligible (administered through MyAmeriCorps, directly)
How to Apply
Apply on-line at: https://stewardslegacy.org/open-positions. In addition to your resume, please submit a one-page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.
Application Timeline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position will close upon being filled.
Supervisor Name and Contact Information:
- Program Contact information: stewardssupport@conservationlegacy.org
- Service Site Contact information: njarman@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 accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.
Additional Details
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 the hiring manager.
Time Requirements:
- This position is expected to serve 40 hours each week, but exact service schedules may vary.
- Lunch breaks will not be counted towards AmeriCorps service.
- Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.
Orientation and Training:
- Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
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.