The programmatic agreement provides guidance to NPS Superintendents and cultural resource managers on using the PA during Section 106 reviews in parks.
Over several decades, NPS staff at National Capital Parks East (NACE) has been converting areas from mowed turf into grassy meadow. Learn their process in this resource!
The PAST program is a two-year, hands-on training program designed to teach WG 3-7 maintenance employees historic preservation skills.
Section 106: Step One, Initiate the Process.
Landscape Culture is a quarterly newsletter publication for landscape stewards prepared by the NPS Park Cultural Landscapes Program. You can find past issues here!
This recorded webinar identifies the key personnel who should be included in an NPS accessibility team; discusses best practices and lessons learned; explores ways that an accessibility team can impact park experiences; and identifies accessibility-related training opportunities and resources that are available to parks.
Learn information about new enhanced features in some AMRS reports. These features can help with data analysis and review.
As the NPS prepares to enter a new calendar year and continues to reach visitors both in-person and online, watch this webinar to gain knowledge from experts in digital media and accessibility. Content areas include captioning, audio description, alternative text, and social media.
For anyone working with the Facility Management Software System (FMSS), these courses teach you how to use the FMSS to manage park inventory and resources.
These micro-learning courses correspond to the Operations and Maintenance: Facility Management Software System (FMSS) Intermediate classroom course module(s).
FMSS curriculum is divided into three levels (basic, intermediate and advance) with multiple modules in each level.
Due to travel and group size restrictions, Class 15 of the Facility Manager Leaders Program will be delayed. Learn more about the program and when the next round of program applications will be accepted.
FMLP's award winning curriculum develops the knowledge and competencies of selected NPS employees through a year-long education and training program.
Section 106 requires Federal agencies consider how their actions affect historic resources. Training options and 106 resources are provided on this page.
Access resources for understanding and implementing the parametric scoring process. This process will determine portfolio level deferred maintenance.
The FMSS Desk Reference for FMSS Basic curriculum is a step-by-step guide for use with the FMSS for field personnel.
This page contains all of the NPS Section 106 training webinars scheduled for 2020. Check back as the list is updated often.
The FM Workforce Development Guide outlines a self-initiated improvement program in which individuals have control over their own professional development.
The 2016-2021 Facility Management Competencies represent the full range of knowledge and performance levels needed to fulfill a facility manager’s job.
Tips for keeping your drinking water supply safe when you're using less of it.
Superintendent discretion determines whether or not SPUs can occur (ie: weddings, concerts, commercial filming, & athletic events etc.).
Access a curated list of training opportunities that will improve your park asset management skills.
Access online trainings, webinars, and learning resources to help you enhance your knowledge in the areas of Historic Preservation and Cultural Resources.
A collection of reference materials that assist maintenance workers in caring for vegetation significant to the historic character of a cultural landscape.
Selecting nursery stock or creating specifications for planting can have a large impact on successful plant establishment in the cultural landscape.