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Locations : Nationwide, positions are based out of over 35 National Park Service sites (see below)

Position Details :

Stewards Individual Placements provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. The Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA) Program combines the strength of a national leader in conservation service with the National Park Service to train a diverse group of emerging leaders to assist park units in building lasting connections to local communities.

Community Volunteer Ambassadors (CVAs) support Volunteer-in-Parks programs at National Part Service sites nationwide. This ranges from National Park, National Monuments, National Battlefields, National Historic Sites, National Recreation Areas, and more. The Community Volunteer Ambassador Program was developed to support NPS sites in connecting with their local communities through service and to provide young adults with a professional development opportunity within the National Park Service. CVAs provide capacity for NPS sites to establish community partnerships, develop new volunteer opportunities, and build volunteer program resources.

Benefits :

• CVA will receive a weekly stipend of $500 (additional $65 / week, if housing is not provided)
• Limited health care / childcare benefits
• The position is eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award $6,495.00 (pre-tax) upon successful completion of the program
• Professional development funds
• Networking opportunities within the National Park Service and partnering organizations
• Public Land Corps Hiring Authority

How to Apply

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The CVA position will start on Monday, September 11th, 2023, and run for 50 weeks until Friday, August 28th 2024. Applicants will need to apply here : and attach a cover letter.

If you have already been selected and are simply entering our onboarding system, please apply through this posting.

Applications Deadline

Please submit your application by Friday, July 21st  to ensure full consideration.

For Application Questions :

Please contact Geoff Elliot, Program Director at

Stewards Individual Placements Program does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.