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Location Conservation Legacy,Pipestone, MN, 56164,United States
Job Category Conservation , AmeriCorps
Employee Type AmeriCorps
Site Location Pipestone National Monument
Terms of Service
Start Date:
03/09/2026
End Date:
10/23/2026
AmeriCorps Slot Classification:
1200 Hours
Purpose
The Cultural Resources Division at Pipestone National Monument is dedicated to the preservation, protection, and interpretation of the monument’s rich cultural heritage. Our mission is to steward the site’s archaeological, ethnographic, and museum resources in collaboration with affiliated Tribal Nations. We work to ensure that cultural landscapes, sacred objects, and traditional knowledge are respectfully managed and meaningfully integrated into park operations, interpretation, and decision‑making.
There is a critical need for additional support in managing and preserving the museum collections at Pipestone National Monument, especially following a major storage facility remodel. This internship will help address long‑standing gaps in collections care while incorporating updated cultural protocols developed with Tribal partners. The individual’s work will directly benefit affiliated Indigenous communities by ensuring sacred objects are preserved with respect and care. Additionally, the internship fosters intergenerational knowledge‑sharing and builds capacity for future professionals in cultural resource management.
Description of Duties
Help documenting the return process.
Handling and transporting of sacred items
Cultural protocols for sacred items
Lifting and transporting fragile items
Sensitivity when working with ceremonial items
Unpack and organize museum objects following the storage facility remodel
Re‑housing of approximately 150 ceremonial pipes using culturally appropriate materials and methods
Updating catalogs and Museum records via computer and digitizing
Qualifications
United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
At least 17 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 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.
Pursuing a degree related in a field such as;
Archeology
Historic or Cultural Resource Management
Ideal candidates will have experience or coursework in museum collections care, object handling, or digital cataloging. Knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols, is a plus. Strong attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work independently in a structured environment are also preferred.
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
Typically, this position is expected to serve
03/09/2026
to
10/23/2026 , but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break 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.
Note: Stated are required by AmeriCorps. Programs may add additional qualifications
Orientation and Training
Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
Orientation on affiliated Tribal Nations
NPS Museum Handbook guidelines/collections care
DOI Museum Care Standards
MCMS database training
Cultural protocols and handling practices
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,176.50
Living Allowance of $700.00/per week.
Additional Benefit of $300.00/per week.
Professional Development Fund of $1,000.00
Loan forbearance if EligibleInterest 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 Cody Fetty Contact information: cfetty@conservationlegacy.org
Service Site Contact information: gabrielle_drapeau@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.
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Location Conservation Legacy,Pipestone, MN, 56164,United States
Job Category Conservation , AmeriCorps
Employee Type AmeriCorps
Site Location Pipestone National Monument
Terms of Service
Start Date:
03/09/2026
End Date:
10/23/2026
AmeriCorps Slot Classification:
1200 Hours
Purpose
The Cultural Resources Division at Pipestone National Monument is dedicated to the preservation, protection, and interpretation of the monument’s rich cultural heritage. Our mission is to steward the site’s archaeological, ethnographic, and museum resources in collaboration with affiliated Tribal Nations. We work to ensure that cultural landscapes, sacred objects, and traditional knowledge are respectfully managed and meaningfully integrated into park operations, interpretation, and decision‑making.
There is a critical need for additional support in managing and preserving the museum collections at Pipestone National Monument, especially following a major storage facility remodel. This internship will help address long‑standing gaps in collections care while incorporating updated cultural protocols developed with Tribal partners. The individual’s work will directly benefit affiliated Indigenous communities by ensuring sacred objects are preserved with respect and care. Additionally, the internship fosters intergenerational knowledge‑sharing and builds capacity for future professionals in cultural resource management.
Description of Duties
Help documenting the return process.
Handling and transporting of sacred items
Cultural protocols for sacred items
Lifting and transporting fragile items
Sensitivity when working with ceremonial items
Unpack and organize museum objects following the storage facility remodel
Re‑housing of approximately 150 ceremonial pipes using culturally appropriate materials and methods
Updating catalogs and Museum records via computer and digitizing
Qualifications
United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
At least 17 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 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.
Pursuing a degree related in a field such as;
Archeology
Historic or Cultural Resource Management
Ideal candidates will have experience or coursework in museum collections care, object handling, or digital cataloging. Knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols, is a plus. Strong attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work independently in a structured environment are also preferred.
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
Typically, this position is expected to serve
03/09/2026
to
10/23/2026 , but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break 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.
Note: Stated are required by AmeriCorps. Programs may add additional qualifications
Orientation and Training
Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
Orientation on affiliated Tribal Nations
NPS Museum Handbook guidelines/collections care
DOI Museum Care Standards
MCMS database training
Cultural protocols and handling practices
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,176.50
Living Allowance of $700.00/per week.
Additional Benefit of $300.00/per week.
Professional Development Fund of $1,000.00
Loan forbearance if EligibleInterest 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 Cody Fetty Contact information: cfetty@conservationlegacy.org
Service Site Contact information: gabrielle_drapeau@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.
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