Chief Park Ranger, Interpretation & Visitor Services

National Park Service; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Park Service seeks a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) to lead Arches and Canyonlands’ interpretation, education and visitor services programs. As Chief of Interpretation, Education, and Visitor Services, you will oversee staff, partnerships and visitor experiences across both parks.

This senior role requires federal experience, supervisory probation, and completion of Time-in-Grade requirements; applicants should note the 10/20/2026 closing date and the need to document

Qualifications

• At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service.
• Experience managing interpretation, education, visitor services, or park-related operations.
• Volunteer experience is credited toward qualifying.

Job description

The National Park Service seeks a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) to lead Arches and Canyonlands’ interpretation, education and visitor services programs. As Chief of Interpretation, Education, and Visitor Services, you will oversee staff, partnerships and visitor experiences across both parks.

This senior role requires federal experience, supervisory probation, and completion of Time-in-Grade requirements; applicants should note the 10/20/2026 closing date and the need to document