POSITION DETAILS
Position ID(s): 4490
Position Title: GIS Assistant - AmeriCorps
Conservation Legacy Program: Scientists in Parks, Stewards Individual Placements
Site Location: Grand Teton National Park, Moose, Wyoming
Number of positions available: 1
TERMS OF SERVICE
Duration: 26 Weeks (not flexible)
Flexible Start Date: Yes
Start Date: 11/01/2026
End Date: 05/02/2027
AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 900 hours - this is the minimum number of hours the selected candidate must serve throughout the duration of their position.
BENEFITS
- Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: $ 3,697.00 upon successful completion of position (pre-tax)
- Weekly Living Allowance: $ 675.00 per week, fixed rate (pre-tax)
- Relocation Allowance: $ 450.00 (distributed as a one-time lump sum with first paycheck) (pre-tax)
- Student Loan Forbearance if applicable (administered by MyAmeriCorps, directly)
- Student Loan Interest Payments if applicable (administered through MyAmeriCorps, directly)
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Preference given to applicants who submit applications before Sunday, June 14, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline passes. Positions will close after receiving 60 complete applications, or at 11:59 p.m. EDT on June 14, 2026, whichever occurs first.
KEYWORDS: GIS, spatial analysis, data management, Grand Teton, biology, wildlife
PURPOSE
This GIS Assistant is an AmeriCorps position. The Division of Science and Resource Management at Grand Teton National Park has launched a new ‘Spatial Strategy’, which is a concerted effort to increase the explicit incorporation of existing spatial data about the Park's natural resources into park management activities and planning. There exists a large body of data and information pertaining to Grand Teton’s natural resources that represents large previous investments. However, much of the data are not fully utilized and do not inform management as much as they could. Making existing data more readily usable and incorporated into the park’s management and decision-making process will be a cost-effective way to improve Grand Teton National Park staff’s ability to balance the park’ multi-faceted demands. A biologist position has been created to manage this effort, and the Spatial Strategy has been identified as a key action for Grand Teton National Park in the coming years. The Scientist in Parks position will help progress this important effort at a pivotal time in the project’s lifespan.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
This SIP position will collaborate closely with year-round staff in Grand Teton's Science and Resource Management Division to conduct QA/QC on natural resource datasets, conduct basic spatial analyses, and produce spatial data products using datasets pertaining to Grand Teton’s natural resources. This project will contribute to a multi-year project at Grand Teton National Park to increase the usability and utility of existing spatial data about the park’s natural resources. Data management will be a core job duty, but there will be intentional effort to provide opportunities for spatial analyses that address questions relevant to park management so that the SIP experiences the complete process of acquiring, managing, analyzing, and applying data for natural resource management. There are a variety of spatial data management and analysis needs associated with this effort and specific tasks and projects can be tailored to the SIP's interests and skills. There will be opportunities for occasional field projects to help the SIP experience the park and better understand the natural resources associated with the datasets they are collaborating with.
DELIVERABLES
- SOPs and workflows for maintenance of active datasets in future.
- Datasets cleaned to meet Park needs and DOI & NPS data stewardship standards.
- Spatial data products derived through analyses of raw datasets.
- Static and/or interactive maps.
- Presentation to Grand Teton's resource management staff upon completion of position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.
- Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of 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.
- Prior to starting the position, agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check for the employer of record, Conservation Legacy, and a separate government security background check for the host site.
- The applicant must be available to participate for the entire 26 Weeks in order to be considered and participate.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency using ESRI GIS software, spreadsheets, and relational databases
- Experience conducting QA/QC
- Experience managing data
- Spatial analysis skills
- Proficiency in R programming language.
- Basic skills and interest in data analysis
- Ability to conduct projects well in an office setting
- Bachelor's or Associate's Degree related to Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Geography, GIS, or Computer Science.
- Experience with Power BI is a bonus
ADDITIONAL POSITION AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION
POSITION SETTING
The primary role setting will be at Grand Teton National Park's headquarters in Moose, Wyoming (elevation 6,450'). Moose is approximately 15 miles (20 minute drive) from Jackson, Wyoming, a bustling town of approximately 11,000 residents. Grand Teton is a winter wonderland, which means it is cold and snowy during the winter. Applicants should be comfortable conducting projects at a computer for extended periods of time (although we will make sure there are opportunities to complete field projects outside) and should be comfortable living and driving in a winter environment.
HOUSING
Park housing is available and will be provided at no cost to the participant.
Housing will be a unit shared with other employees and selected candidate. Expect kitchen and bathroom to be shared. A shared bedroom is unlikely, but possible depending on the total number of winter seasonal employees Grand Teton hires. There will be shared laundry machines in-unit or within walking distance. The employee should plan to bring their own bedding and pillow for a twin or double sized bed and also their own kitchen supplies (plates, bowls, silverware, cookware).
VEHICLE AND DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- Applicant must have a valid driver's license to drive a government vehicle.
- A personal vehicle is REQUIRED for this position.
OUR COMMITMENT
Stewards Individual Placements and Conservation Legacy are 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 Scientists in Parks using the email address at the base of the home page, under “Questions? Contact Us!”
TIME REQUIREMENTS
- This position is expected to serve full time each week, but exact service schedules may vary based on project needs. Lunch breaks and days off will not be counted towards AmeriCorps service hours.
- Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING
- Member will receive pertinent project and site training from the host site throughout the term.
- Member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.
- Access to free professional development webinars led by Conservation Legacy staff.
EVALUATION AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of minimum AmeriCorps 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, monthly accomplishment tracking, a mid-term report, and a final report.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online, all Scientists in Parks positions are listed at: https://conservation-legacy.breezy.hr/. Complete the application for this position, highlighting why you are interested in the position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position. Be prepared to upload your resume and unofficial transcript as part of completing the application questionnaire.
Once you begin applying for a position, the application must be completed in one sitting. You cannot save and return later to complete it. Applicants can apply for up to five (5) Scientists in Parks positions per season. You need to complete a separate application for each position in order to be considered. You should receive a confirmation email after successfully submitting an application. Sometimes institutional email filters/settings can redirect, or block emails related to the application. We recommend watching spam, junk, and promotional email folders in case your service delivers messages there. Please visit How to Apply for additional resources and information about applying (i.e., learn what materials to have ready for applying, find a worksheet that previews application questions, etc.). Learn more about Scientists in Parks at: https://www.scientistsinparks.org/.
Stewards Individual Placements (Stewards), a program of Conservation Legacy, provides individuals with AmeriCorps service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants serve with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits to provide institutional capacity, develop community relationships, and support ecosystem health. Stewards in partnership with the Scientists in Parks program will host the GIS Assistant at Grand Teton National Park.
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 Scientists in Parks using the email address at the base of the home page, under “Questions? Contact Us!”
