Youth Empowerment Steward - Digital Archives & Accessibility

Conservation Legacy; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Living allowance $660/week (pre-tax)

On-site housing available

Access to Conservation Legacy benefits

Opportunity to impact community

Job summary

Conservation Legacy seeks a Youth Empowerment Steward (YES) AmeriCorps Member at Homestead National Historical Park in Beatrice, NE. The role supports metadata work, digital resource creation, and accessibility initiatives while improving park operations and visitor experiences.

onditional responsibilities include organizing photographs, creating searchable keywords, and developing 508-compliant digital materials. Applicants must qualify for AmeriCorps service and commit to 26 weeks.

Qualifications

• United States citizen, US national, or lawful permanent resident
• Ages 18–30 (35 with Veteran status)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Agree to National Service Criminal History Check
• Commit to 26 weeks of service
• Connection to disability community
• Effective written communication
• Basic computer skills, including Excel
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Preferred: museum/history/archival background

Responsibilities

• Move, scan, and organize photographs and negatives to add to digital collection
• Update metadata for scanned photographs for NPGallery consistency
• Create titles, descriptions, and alt text for images
• Develop 508-compliant digital resources and social media content
• Assist front desk coverage and support special events
• Develop education and interpretive programming for diverse audiences
• Support access planning and collaboration with NPS staff

Skills

U.S. citizenship / lawful status

Age 18-30 (or up to 35 with veteran)

High school diploma or GED

Commit to 26 weeks

Background check eligibility

Excel familiarity

Independent & collaborative work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Conservation Legacy seeks a Youth Empowerment Steward (YES) AmeriCorps Member at Homestead National Historical Park in Beatrice, NE. The role supports metadata work, digital resource creation, and accessibility initiatives while improving park operations and visitor experiences.

onditional responsibilities include organizing photographs, creating searchable keywords, and developing 508-compliant digital materials. Applicants must qualify for AmeriCorps service and commit to 26 weeks.