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What is it like to work at Conservation Legacy?

Conservation Legacy is a non-profit organization that values collaboration, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, fostering a culture of mutual respect and teamwork among its staff and partners.

The organization offers a range of opportunities for individuals to contribute to its mission, including working on conservation projects, developing educational programs, and collaborating with community groups to promote environmental conservation. Conservation Legacy's work environment is often characterized by a mix of office and field settings, with staff members working together to achieve shared goals.

Working at Conservation Legacy may appeal to individuals who are passionate about environmental conservation, community engagement, and collaborative teamwork, as the organization offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and communities while developing valuable skills and experience in conservation and project management.
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    Infographic showing various Utility job openings at Conservation Legacy in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Summer. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution.
    Ozark National Scenic Riverways - Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member - AmeriCorps

    Ozark National Scenic Riverways - Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member - AmeriCorps

    Conservation Legacy

    Van Buren, MO • On-site

    Full-time

    Posted 20 hours ago

    Job description

    Description
    Position Title: NPS Historic Preservation Training Center - Ozark National Scenic Riverways - Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member - AmeriCorps
    Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements - East
    Site Location: NPS - Ozark National Scenic Riverways
    404 Watercress Dr. Van Buren MO 63965
    Terms of Service:
    • Start Date: 04/01/2026
    • End Date: 09/25/2026
    • AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 900Hours (26 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 OZARK NATIONAL SCENIC RIVERWAYS (OZAR) are seeking two AmeriCorps service members to assist in maintaining the parks' water and wastewater systems.
    This support will include maintaining the wastewater system from drains to the treatment plant effluent, including the underground wastewater collection system. The members will also assist in maintaining the water treatment system from the well to the miles of water distribution systems including two storage tanks.
    Description of Duties:
    • Assist in the oversight of a Parkwide Utility Infrastructure Project
    • Members will observe contractors completing work on water and wastewater projects and be included in weekly meeting updates.
    • Assist in Technical review of Water/Wastewater components of this project.
    • Operate light trucks and other vehicles to access systems and move supplies and materials.
    • Collect water samples and perform water testing in accordance with Standard Methods and State Requirements.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Prepare 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.
    • Ability to commit to a 26-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
    • Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.
    • A willingness to learn skills and safety protocols.
    • 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
    • CPR First Aid Certification
    • Sawyer Certification
    • UTV Safety Training
    • Equipment Safety Training

    Benefits:
    • Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $3,697.50
    • 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:
    William Terry
    Chief of Facility Management
    Ozark National Scenic Riverways
    william_terry@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.

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