Amy Bracewell

About Amy Bracewell

I am a collaborative, people-centered leader who believes that innovation and teamwork are at the heart of transformational change. As a Park Manager for nationally significant sites, I champion a safe, creative workplace where individuals are empowered to thrive, contribute, and lead. With extensive experience in strategic resource management, operational innovation, and partnership development, I lead with an open mind, valuing the diverse expertise of my teams and partners. Inspired by bold ideas and continuous learning, I strive to push boundaries, embrace evolution, and drive initiatives that connect stewardship with a more inclusive and dynamic future.

Experience

1. Superintendent

   National Park Service

   Sep 2020 — Present · Hyde Park, NY, US

   GS-0025-14Lead operations and strategic direction for four parks, with a focus on budget responsibility, visitor experience, and employee engagement. Coordinating successful partnerships with six philanthropic organizations, several land preservation partners, and shared site management with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Effectively leading seven high-functioning teams within the parks, while engaging approximately 91 employees. Oversee a base budget of approximately $7.5 million with a highly successful PMIS project program averaging $4 million per year to reduce Deferred Maintenance, preserve historic assets, and increase visitor understanding and enjoyment at the sites. Champion open lines of communication and feedback from employees and partners to encourage engagement, empowerment, and effective operations. Set direction and priorities for natural and cultural resource management and preservation over approximately 1,200 acres of federal land while working with land preservation partners for the acquisition of additional acres. Connect park recreation trails with neighbors to provide over 33 miles of trails throughout the town of Hyde Park and beyond.

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  MA, Art History

  2002 — 2004

• The University of Georgia

  MHP, Historic Preservation

  2005 — 2007

• Emory University

  BA, Anthropology, German

  1995 — 1999

Skills

• Historic Preservation
• Oral History
• Nepa
• Editing
• Archival Research
• Historical Research
• Anthropology
• Field Work
• Museums
• Section 106
• Museum Education
• History
• Sustainability
• Team-Oriented
• Archaeology
• Non-Profits
• Cultural Heritage
• Architectural History
• Grant Writing
• Cultural Resource Management
• Community Outreach
• Nonprofits
• Museum Collections
• Research
• Conservation Issues
• American History