About NEW Solutions
For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States.
About NPS ESP Program
NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the National Park Service (NPS). These experienced professionals provide administrative expertise, facilities management, natural and cultural resource planning, and a broad array of other professional skills that support the National Park Service through the Experienced Services Program (ESP).
About the Position
The HPTC was established in 1977 and is one of several National Park Service (NPS) National Training Centers. In undertaking its mission, HPTC trains preservation craftspeople, preserves historic resources, and promotes historic preservation as the key to the future. The major programs and services provided by the HPTC are services for the treatment of NPS, Federal, and State historic properties and extensive outreach training programs aimed at building the skills of personnel responsible for the maintenance and preservation of historic properties. Enrollee is responsible for planning, evaluating, initiating, establishing, administering, and managing preservation projects from inception through completion. They will help guide project formulation and development through to completion meeting project quality, budget, and schedule commitments. They will also accompany youth intern participants into the field to conduct historic preservation facilities projects.
Duties
- Research and Assessment Researches, investigates, evaluates and records data pertaining to historic structures for the purpose of determining their physical condition, style, and period of architecture, and degree of treatment required. Conducts onsite inspections of historic structures to determine the structure’s physical condition and the type and amount of maintenance or preservation require to maintain or return the structure to its proper condition. Makes recommendations and decisions to clients regarding type of preservation treatment required. 25%
- Project Planning Prepares detailed drawings and designs missing portions of structures to be restored. Prepares plans and specifications for restoration/preservation projects and estimates the costs of such projects. Develops lists of materials needed for projects. Writes scope of work and cost estimates for project agreements. Examines drawings and plans day labor restoration and preservation projects from the standpoint of materials, crafts, costs, specials tools, etc. 25%
- Project Management Accompanies youth intern participants into the field at various National Park Service units, guiding and instructing historic preservation project work. Prepares schedules for the completion of work. Reviews work and assesses the progress of the project and team. Advises HPTC and park leadership of the status of the work. Provides advice and technical assistance to Interns, Exhibit Specialists and Exhibit Specialist Trainees to assist in resolving preservation challenges. Trains restoration and preservation specialists in historically appropriate techniques and use of special tools. 50%
Duration
This position is authorized for approximately 40 hours a week for a total of up to 240 hours. Some overtime may be required. Some work can be accomplished from home, some will require being at an agency location. Preference will be for candidates to work 40-50hrs/week consistently for 6 months- 1 year with potential to extend.
Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an “at-will” relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.
Locations
There are several positions with multiple locations available. Someone within the commuting area of the following cities is preferred:
- Frederick, MD
- St. Croix, VI
- San Juan, PR
- Flagstaff, AZ
- Albuquerque, NM
- Fort Oglethorpe, GA
- Porter, IN
- Empire, MI
- International Falls, MN
- Vancouver, WA
- Gulf Breeze, FL
- Natchez, MS
- Jacksonville, FL
Travel
Travelling up to and sometimes more than 75% of the time, periodically being away from your duty station for up to 28 consecutive days/month. You must have a valid and legible drivers license and personal vehicle insurance card.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 year(s) of experience in Masonry, woodworking or other trade crafts OR BA/BS Degree in Masonry, woodworking or other trade crafts with minimum additional experience of 5 year(s) in Masonry, woodworking or other trade crafts
- Project management; Knowledge of and ability to use common hand and power tools associated with construction and building trades work; Comprehensive knowledge of traditional tools and materials used by craftsmen in construction of various historic buildings and structures; Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations/procedures and various code requirements applicable to construction and building trades.
- Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, MS Outlook, MS SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat
Apply Now!
To officially be considered for this position, you must go to our website and apply. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, the recruiter will contact you to conduct and informational call. The call will provide details about the benefits offered, time expectations, and process.
The application is mandatory.
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