Field Leader - Martin Luther King, Jr. NHP & Preservation Team

Position Summary 

Join a hands-on crew working to preserve historic structures and homes at Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park in Atlanta, GA. As a Historic Preservation Crew Member, you will develop real construction and preservation trade skills while helping restore historic buildings connected to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This is a unique opportunity to gain career-building experience in construction trades, historic preservation, and cultural resource stewardship while serving your community.

 

Location 

Atlanta, GA

 

Schedule 

January 5, 2026 - May 29, 2026

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

 Lead preservation service projects, including:

• Historic carpentry and millwork repair
• Window restoration and glazing
• Wood porch repairs
• Cedar shingle and roof preservation
• Historic structure maintenance and assessments
• Model safe tool use (power and hand tools) and enforce jobsite safety standards
• Facilitate member training in preservation skills and historic resource stewardship
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and strong crew morale
• Communicate regularly with National Park Service staff and partner supervisors
• Track project progress, materials, and safety documentation
• Support educational and career development activities for members

Marginal Duties 

Provide a detailed end-of-the-year report; Support with office administrative work occasionally;

 

Required Qualifications 

• 1+ year of experience in carpentry, construction, or preservation trades
• Experience leading teams or supervising group work (formal or informal)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Passion for historic preservation and cultural resource stewardship
• Ability to perform physical, hands-on work outdoors in varying conditions
• Commitment to mentoring and empowering young adults in trades careers
• Valid driver’s license preferred

 

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority Eligible. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of historic building techniques and preservation standards
• Experience working with historic cultural sites
• Familiarity with OSHA or jobsite safety practices
• Previous conservation corps, NPS, or AmeriCorps experience (a plus)

Hours 

40 per week

 

Compensation  

$900/Weekly; $1800Total Salary paid bi-weekly

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

 

Additional Benefits 

 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.