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Position Education Researcher Lewis and Clark National Historic Trial Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address 601 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE 68102 Contact Nichole McHenry nichole_mchenry@nps.gov 402-661-1810 Dates 8/31/2009--8/31/2011 Activities • Computers • Conservation Education • Research Library • Office/Clerical Record Date 8/31/2009 Suitable For Adults Difficulty Level Difficult

Opportunity Description: 
The headquarters for the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail is located in Omaha, NE. It is also the location of the Midwest Regional Office for the National Park Service. Headquarters consist of Visitor Center staff, support staff, and technical assistance staff. The role of the technical assistance staff is to aid trail partners on how to best manage trail resources. These resources range from visitors, facilities, interpretive and education programs and materials, ecosystems, scenic landscapes, environmental threats, recreational trails, present day and past cultural stories, and volunteers. This position is designed to assist the Education Specialist on the technical assistance team

Duties

• Volunteer will research data from various websites pertaining to developed curricula concerning the Lewis and Clark story.
• Volunteer will collect data into an appropriate and usable database.
• Volunteer will analyze data for usability and accuracy(Do the links work? Is the information accurate? Is it easy to navigate?
• Volunteer will critically analyze data for its quality as a classroom resource for teachers ( Is it age appropriate, Does is align with national curriculum standards?)

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Adept computer skills, particularly with on-line research and database management.
• Experience in curriculum development and review.
• Critical eye for data, graphic design and navigation.

Requirements

• Amount and schedule of donated hours is negotiable
• This is a uniformed position.
• Background check is mandatory.

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Position Visitor Center Information Desk Lewis and Clark National Historic Trial Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address 601 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE 68102 Contact Lisa Griebel lisa_griebel@nps.gov 402-661-1834 Dates 8/21/2009--8/21/2011 Activities • Office/Clerical • Visitor Information • General Assistance Record Date 8/21/2009 Suitable For Adults Difficulty Level Not Difficult

Opportunity Description: 
The visitor center and headquarters for Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail are located in Omaha, NE. It is also the location of the Midwest Regional Office for the National Park Service. Visitors come to the site to learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition, national parks, the local area and to explore the riverfront.

This position is designed for those who like working with the public. Visitation can vary dramatically from day to day; the National Park Service has seen an increase in visitation with the construction of the new pedestrian bridge. The spring, summer and fall are full of activity and volunteers have the opportunity to teach visitors about the importance the Lewis and Clark Expedition as well as other National Parks.

Duties

• Volunteer is responsible for staffing the information desk at the Visitor Center.
• Greet visitors and provide information about Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, national parks, the riverfront and the Midwest Regional Office.
• Engage visitors in conversation and explain visitor center displays.
• Sign in guests at the Midwest Regional Office.
• Answer phones and transfer calls to appropriate party.
• Stock visitor center brochures racks.
• Maintain cleanliness of front desk and visitor center exhibits.
• Operate cash register in accordance with established procedures for WNPA (Western National Park Association) transactions.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Oral communication skills.
• Interest in working with the public, including public speaking.
• Interest in learning natural and cultural history resources are helpful.

Requirements

• Volunteers need to donate at least 8 hours of service a month.
• This is a uniformed position.
• Background check may be needed depending on responsibilities.

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Position Volunteer Inperpreter Lewis and Clark National Historic Trial Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address 601 Riverfront Drive Omaha, NE 68102 Contact Lisa Griebel lisa_griebel@nps.gov 402-661-1834 Dates 8/21/2009--8/21/2011 Activities • Tour Guide/Interpretation • General Assistance Record Date 8/21/2009 Suitable For Adults,Seniors Difficulty Level Not Difficult

Opportunity Description: 
The visitor center and headquarters for Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail are located in Omaha, NE. It is also the location of the Midwest Regional Office for the National Park Service. Visitors come to the site to learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition, national parks, the local area and to explore the riverfront.

This position is designed for those who like working with the public. Visitation can vary dramatically from day to day; The spring, summer and fall are full of activity and volunteers have the opportunity to teach visitors about the importance the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Duties

• Present formal and informal interpretive programs about the natural and /or cultural stories of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
• Engage visitors in conversation and explain visitor center displays.
• Perform pond studies with visitors, including children and adults.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Oral communication skills.
• Interest in working with the public, including public speaking.
• Interest in learning natural and cultural history resources are helpful.

Requirements

• Volunteers need to donate at least 8 hours of service a month.
• This is a uniformed position.
• Background check may be needed depending on responsibilities.

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Position Pulications Inventory Coordinator Lewis and Clark National Historic Trial Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address 601 Riverfornt Drive Omaha, NE 68102 Contact Lisa Griebel lisa_griebel@nps.gov 402-661-1834 Dates 8/21/2009--8/21/2011 Activities • Office/Clerical • Visitor Information • General Assistance Record Date 8/21/2009 Suitable For Adults,Seniors Difficulty Level Average

Opportunity Description: 
The visitor center and headquarters for Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail are located in Omaha, NE. It is also the location of the Midwest Regional Office for the National Park Service. Visitors come to the site to learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition, national parks, the local area and to explore the riverfront.

The visitor center and headquarters for The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail is located in Omaha, NE. This location also serves as the Midwest Regional Office for the National Park Service. Visitors come to the site to learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition, national parks and the local area.

Lewis and Clark NHT is responsible for maintaining the Lewis and Clark brochures as well as brochures from all National Park sites. This is over 400 brochures! The position is geared toward those who posses good organizational skills. This position is good for people who want to work behind the scenes and not directly with the public

Duties

• Responsible for ordering brochures from visitor centers along the Lewis and Clark NHT as well as brochures from all National Park Service sites.
• File delivered brochures.
• Maintain a record of brochures ordered, sent out and delivered
• Respond to visitor requests received by phone and/or email.
• Respond to Junior submissions.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills

Requirements

• Volunteers need to donate at least 8 hours of service a month.
• This is a uniformed position.
• Background check may be needed depending on responsibilities.

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Position Earth Team Partner Opportunity Site Link Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address Federal Building, Rm. 152 Lincoln, NE 68508 Contact Joanna Pope joanna.pope@ne.usda.gov 402-437-4123 Dates 1/1/2005--11/14/2010 Activities • Computers • Conservation Education • Office/Clerical • Range/Livestock • Soil/Watershed • Natural Resources Planning Record Date 12/23/2004 Suitable For Teens,Seniors,Groups Difficulty Level Norminal

Opportunity Description: 
Join Nebraska's Earth Team! The Earth Team is the volunteer branch of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). There are currently volunteer opportunities available in NRCS offices all across Nebraska. NRCS works with landowners to help them manage the natural resources on their property. Many different volunteer jobs are available and offer a flexible schedule. Please contact the volunteer coordinator listed below, or visit the web site below for more information.
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Position Nebraska's Earth Team Partner Opportunity Site Link Opportunity Partner State Natural Resources Links Nebraska Home Page Nebraska Tourism Site Nebraska State Parks Volunteers Nebraska State Wildlife Volunteers Address Statewide Statewide, NE 68508 Contact Joanna Pope joanna.pope@ne.usda.gov 402-437-4123 Dates 1/1/2005--12/31/2010 Activities • Computers • Conservation Education • Office/Clerical • Range/Livestock • Soil/Watershed • Natural Resources Planning • Fish/Wildlife Record Date 12/23/2004 Suitable For Teens,Seniors,Groups Difficulty Level Norminal

Opportunity Description: 
Join Nebraska's Earth Team! The Earth Team is the volunteer branch of the USDAs Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). There are currently volunteer opportunities available in NRCS offices all across Nebraska. NRCS works with landowners to help them manage the natural resources on their property. Many different volunteer jobs are available and offer a flexible schedule. Please contact the volunteer coordinator listed below, or visit the web site below for more information.
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