CORPS NETWORK
Descendants Project Historic Preservation Fellow
CORPS NETWORK, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
SCA (Student Conservation Association) – HQ/Mid-Atlantic
Address:
1310 N. Courthouse Rd, Suite 110 Suite 110 Arlington, Virginia 22201
Descendants Project Historic Preservation Fellow JOB DETAILS Actively Recruiting:
Yes Position title:
Descendants Project Historic Preservation Fellow Deadline to apply:
2025-04-25 Type of Position:
Corpsmember (Crew) Town, City, Park, etc:
Vacherie, LA State / Territory:
Louisiana Benefits:
Health Insurance, Relocation Assistance
Founded in 1957, the SCA is devoted to building access to nature, providing green job opportunities for young people and teaching members how to become environmental stewards. The SCA has provided more than 100,000 young people with opportunities to protect and restore parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. The SCA remains committed to building the next generation of conservation leaders dedicated to the lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Summary
Blanchard House Institute Fellow: Louisiana Heritage Tourism Corridor. Blanchard House Institute Fellow will work on site with The Descendants Project at St. John’s Baptist Parish, 45 miles north of New Orleans, LA. This Fellow will work in collaboration with The Descendants Project and Blanchard House Institute, as well as many of their partners and community groups. The Fellow will assist with creating a community historic preservation program including the preservation of historic properties. The Fellow will help in creating and hosting workshops that will inform the community and connect them with grants if they own a contributing resource. The Fellow will also support the restoration of a former store and developing a grocery store for the community with a mobile grocery component. This could include tasks such as urban farming, seeking and submitting grants to support the work, engaging the community, and others as required. This position is 40 hours per week and requires work on holidays, weekends and hours other regular business hours as necessary.
Location:
Vacherie, LA
Schedule:
May 5, 2025 - April 17, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Manage multiple projects including meeting deadlines, communicating with partners, completing tasks, and more
Communicate with partners and community, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects
Assist with historic preservation projects ranging from trail and land maintenance to building preservation
Assist with urban farming projects
Create and host workshops that help inform and educate community on the Great River Road National Historic Landmark
Assist with implementation of mobile grocery application including research, recommendations, development, community education, and other tasks as appropriate
Help develop a funding pipeline including researching grant opportunities, developing materials, and submitting grants
Coordinate community engagement
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to work effectively in different temperatures and work environments including extreme heat
Ability to understand and embrace the full history of the site
Create and maintain a safe service and project environment
Log outcomes in SCA’s database
Uphold a positive representation of Blanchard House Institute, The Descendants Project, and SCA
Marginal Duties
Support with reporting and materials development as needed
Maintenance that could include vegetation removal, weeding, and pruning
Additional support provided to site partner as needed
Required Qualifications
Project management experience
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Familiarity with the region
Collaborative approach to work and the ability to manage projects independently
Experience working with community members
Experience with preservation/conservation/restoration skills such as trail maintenance, habitat restoration, gardening, and historic preservation of buildings
Must be minimum of 21 years of age
Must have the ability to legally work in the U.S.
Ability to perform manual, physical labor indoors and outdoors
Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds or more
Ability to work at a desk with a computer or laptop
Minimum of a two‑year college degree
State‑issued Driver’s License; personal vehicle
Preferred Qualifications
Public speaking
Experience with historic preservation and economic development
Experience with tourism
Hours No scheduled hours beyond the 40‑hour week stated above.
Living Accommodations The Fellow would need to find their own living accommodations. Blanchard House Institute/The Descendants Project could assist as needed.
Compensation
Compensation is $900/week
Health insurance is offered with this position
One‑time relocation allowance of $650
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.
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1310 N. Courthouse Rd, Suite 110 Suite 110 Arlington, Virginia 22201
Descendants Project Historic Preservation Fellow JOB DETAILS Actively Recruiting:
Yes Position title:
Descendants Project Historic Preservation Fellow Deadline to apply:
2025-04-25 Type of Position:
Corpsmember (Crew) Town, City, Park, etc:
Vacherie, LA State / Territory:
Louisiana Benefits:
Health Insurance, Relocation Assistance
Founded in 1957, the SCA is devoted to building access to nature, providing green job opportunities for young people and teaching members how to become environmental stewards. The SCA has provided more than 100,000 young people with opportunities to protect and restore parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces across the country. The SCA remains committed to building the next generation of conservation leaders dedicated to the lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Summary
Blanchard House Institute Fellow: Louisiana Heritage Tourism Corridor. Blanchard House Institute Fellow will work on site with The Descendants Project at St. John’s Baptist Parish, 45 miles north of New Orleans, LA. This Fellow will work in collaboration with The Descendants Project and Blanchard House Institute, as well as many of their partners and community groups. The Fellow will assist with creating a community historic preservation program including the preservation of historic properties. The Fellow will help in creating and hosting workshops that will inform the community and connect them with grants if they own a contributing resource. The Fellow will also support the restoration of a former store and developing a grocery store for the community with a mobile grocery component. This could include tasks such as urban farming, seeking and submitting grants to support the work, engaging the community, and others as required. This position is 40 hours per week and requires work on holidays, weekends and hours other regular business hours as necessary.
Location:
Vacherie, LA
Schedule:
May 5, 2025 - April 17, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Manage multiple projects including meeting deadlines, communicating with partners, completing tasks, and more
Communicate with partners and community, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects
Assist with historic preservation projects ranging from trail and land maintenance to building preservation
Assist with urban farming projects
Create and host workshops that help inform and educate community on the Great River Road National Historic Landmark
Assist with implementation of mobile grocery application including research, recommendations, development, community education, and other tasks as appropriate
Help develop a funding pipeline including researching grant opportunities, developing materials, and submitting grants
Coordinate community engagement
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to work effectively in different temperatures and work environments including extreme heat
Ability to understand and embrace the full history of the site
Create and maintain a safe service and project environment
Log outcomes in SCA’s database
Uphold a positive representation of Blanchard House Institute, The Descendants Project, and SCA
Marginal Duties
Support with reporting and materials development as needed
Maintenance that could include vegetation removal, weeding, and pruning
Additional support provided to site partner as needed
Required Qualifications
Project management experience
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Familiarity with the region
Collaborative approach to work and the ability to manage projects independently
Experience working with community members
Experience with preservation/conservation/restoration skills such as trail maintenance, habitat restoration, gardening, and historic preservation of buildings
Must be minimum of 21 years of age
Must have the ability to legally work in the U.S.
Ability to perform manual, physical labor indoors and outdoors
Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds or more
Ability to work at a desk with a computer or laptop
Minimum of a two‑year college degree
State‑issued Driver’s License; personal vehicle
Preferred Qualifications
Public speaking
Experience with historic preservation and economic development
Experience with tourism
Hours No scheduled hours beyond the 40‑hour week stated above.
Living Accommodations The Fellow would need to find their own living accommodations. Blanchard House Institute/The Descendants Project could assist as needed.
Compensation
Compensation is $900/week
Health insurance is offered with this position
One‑time relocation allowance of $650
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Physical requirements and working conditions specific to the position are available in the full job description.
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