Student Conservation Association (SCA)
Field Leader- Historic Preservation at Yorktown National Cemetery
Student Conservation Association (SCA), Yorktown, Virginia, United States, 23690
Preservation Trades Leader
Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Yorktown National Cemetery through projects addressing a range of preservation needs, primarily carpentry and preservation maintenance. Crew members will have the opportunity to develop their skills in several preservation and general trades, including carpentry, window restoration, wood bridge repair, cedar shingle roof repairs, and other preservation maintenance tasks. The ideal Leader is excited about hands-on trades work, have at least one year experience and/or training in preservation trades, and be ready to support a team of young people learning trades at historic sites. Schedule: Aug 25, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025 Aug 25-29: Training/Prep Sept 1: Member Orientation Sept 2-5: Cemetery Training Sept 8-Nov26: Project Season Dec 1-5: Project wrap up and reporting Project Location: Colonial National Historical Park
Yorktown National Cemetery Key Duties and Responsibilities Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff Respond to and manage incidents and crew conflicts in the field Establish group norms and a culture of safety
emotional and physical
throughout the season Required Qualifications Experience working with youth or young adults 1+ year(s) experience with historic preservation trades or related skills
i.e., cemetery restoration, headstone cleaning, masonry, cultural landscape maintenance. The projects for this season are exclusively head and footstone related; experience in this area is highly preferred. Additional training is provided. Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling materials up to 50 lbs, unassisted, following proper lifting techniques to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Must be able to attain a Wilderness First Aid certification before March 10. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must have the ability to legally work in the US Must have a valid drivers license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards Hours 40-43 per week, field and admin time Living Accommodations Housing is provided and shared with crew, private room will be available. Housing is an Airbnb or similar within 30 minutes of the project site. Compensation $1700 bi-weekly pay, before taxes $1000 available for relocation and travel reimbursement $500 Professional Development stipend Health insurance available All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Additional Benefits Wilderness First Aid certification Professional Development stipend America the Beautiful annual park pass (Volunteer Pass) Access to virtual healthcare through HealthJoy Equal Opportunity Statement SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Build your hands-on preservation trades skills at Yorktown National Cemetery through projects addressing a range of preservation needs, primarily carpentry and preservation maintenance. Crew members will have the opportunity to develop their skills in several preservation and general trades, including carpentry, window restoration, wood bridge repair, cedar shingle roof repairs, and other preservation maintenance tasks. The ideal Leader is excited about hands-on trades work, have at least one year experience and/or training in preservation trades, and be ready to support a team of young people learning trades at historic sites. Schedule: Aug 25, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025 Aug 25-29: Training/Prep Sept 1: Member Orientation Sept 2-5: Cemetery Training Sept 8-Nov26: Project Season Dec 1-5: Project wrap up and reporting Project Location: Colonial National Historical Park
Yorktown National Cemetery Key Duties and Responsibilities Act as a Crew Supervisor, by facilitating teamwork, managing field-based tasks, and guiding crew dynamics Serve as an Advisor, by training members in technical conservation work skills, mentoring personal and professional development, and teaching environmental stewardship Act as a Project Manager, by communicating with agency park partners, ensuring successful and timely completion of work projects, and upholding a positive representation of SCA Perform tasks as a Program Administrator, by organizing logistics, completing documentation, managing a budget, and communicating with SCA staff Respond to and manage incidents and crew conflicts in the field Establish group norms and a culture of safety
emotional and physical
throughout the season Required Qualifications Experience working with youth or young adults 1+ year(s) experience with historic preservation trades or related skills
i.e., cemetery restoration, headstone cleaning, masonry, cultural landscape maintenance. The projects for this season are exclusively head and footstone related; experience in this area is highly preferred. Additional training is provided. Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling materials up to 50 lbs, unassisted, following proper lifting techniques to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Must be able to attain a Wilderness First Aid certification before March 10. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must have the ability to legally work in the US Must have a valid drivers license for 3+ years and MVR that meets SCA standards Hours 40-43 per week, field and admin time Living Accommodations Housing is provided and shared with crew, private room will be available. Housing is an Airbnb or similar within 30 minutes of the project site. Compensation $1700 bi-weekly pay, before taxes $1000 available for relocation and travel reimbursement $500 Professional Development stipend Health insurance available All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Additional Benefits Wilderness First Aid certification Professional Development stipend America the Beautiful annual park pass (Volunteer Pass) Access to virtual healthcare through HealthJoy Equal Opportunity Statement SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members. SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally. The Student Conservation Association, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.