Geomorphology Assistant AmeriCorps

Geomorphology Assistant (20 Weeks) – Ameri Corps

Position (s): 4297
Position Title: Geomorphology Assistant – Ameri Corps
Conservation Legacy Program: Scientists in Parks, Stewards Individual Placements
Site

Location:

Mount Rainier National Park, Ashford, Washington
Number of positions available: 1

Terms of Service

Duration: 20 Weeks (not flexible)
Flexible

Start Date:

Yes
Start Date: 06/01/2026
End Date: 10/19/2026
Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 675 hours – this is the minimum number of hours the selected candidate must serve throughout the duration of their position.

Benefits

• Segal Ameri Corps Education Award: $2,817.14 upon successful completion of position
• Weekly Living Allowance: $600.00 per week, fixed rate
• Relocation Allowance: $450.00 (distributed as a one‑time lump sum with first paycheck)
• Student Loan Forbearance (if applicable) – administered by My Ameri Corps , directly
• Student Loan Interest Payments (if applicable) – administered through My Ameri Corps , directly

Application Timeline

Preference given to applicants who submit applications before Sunday, February 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the Final date to receive applications passes. Positions will close after receiving 60 complete applications
, or at 11:59 p.m. EST on February 15, 2026, whichever occurs first.

Keywords: Geology, Geologic Hazards, Hydrology, Flooding, Glaciers, Infrastructure, Conservation, Landscape Management, Natural Resource Management, Human Safety, Risk Mitigation, Adaptive Management, Infrastructure Management, Long‑Term Planning

This Geomorphology Assistant is an Ameri Corps position. The MORA Imminent Threats Program studies a wide array of evolving issues on behalf of Park Management. Efforts of the SIP participant will directly support major infrastructure review, road/bridge replacement, Park‑wide data collection campaigns, research to ensure long‑term access, and understanding of natural hazards and risks to human constructs. The SIP will primarily achieve this by researching and developing monitoring methods for steep mountain rivers, thereby improving the Park’s capacity to respond to resource variability

This position will support ongoing efforts by the MORA Geology and Imminent Threats Program to analyze geomorphic processes across various scales. Under the supervision of the Park Geology staff, the SIP participant will examine river and glacier behaviors to advance geologic hazard and resource monitoring at Mount Rainier National Park. The participant will collect and analyze field geomorphic mapping, elevation surveys, stream discharge surveys, and remote‑sensing data.

Summer field efforts focus on digitizing landform boundaries, GNSS/Total Station surveys, velocity‑area surveys, and sodium‑dilution gauging. Fall‑to‑winter projects involve processing and analysis of collected data. The SIP will review data quality, assist in final archiving with ESRI ArcGIS, Microsoft tools, Python, and open‑source software. Deliverables may include photos, field notes, data sets, and monitoring reports to advise Park Management and Maintenance divisions.

Information produced will be synthesized for use by the MORA Geology Imminent Threats Program and may be accompanied by written products or presentations. Common deliverables include photos, field notes, data sets, permitting documentation, site monitoring reports, and potential published reports or professional presentations.

• United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien.
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or will obtain one prior to using the education award.
• Prior to starting the position, must provide eligibility information and complete a National Service Criminal History Check and a host‑site security background check.
• The applicant must be available to participate for the entire 20 weeks.

• Background in earth sciences, geology, geomorphology, geophysics, natural resources, environmental science, hydrology, forest engineering, or related field.
• Completed coursework in calculus and physics (strongly recommended);…