Lead Park Ranger - Interpretation & Education

U.S. Department of the Interior; Pipestone (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) at Pipestone National Monument to lead interpretive programs and visitor services.

You will plan, develop, and evaluate interpretive media and programming, directing a diverse team of permanent staff, seasonal workers, volunteers, and interns to advance park goals. You will foster educational and tribal partnerships, manage staff activities, ensure safety, and coordinate with stakeholders to provide engaging

Qualifications

• Experience leading interpretive programming and staff.
• Ability to develop and supervise interpretive education and visitor services.
• Strong planning, coordination with stakeholders, and grant-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Carries out interpretation, education and visitor services functions including planning and program research.
• Develops interpretive programming and media to engage visitors.
• Leads a team of staff, volunteers, and interns to meet park goals.
• Oversees safety, training and performance of supervised personnel.
• Builds partnerships with educational, tribal, and nonprofit organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Interpretation

Public outreach

Staff supervision

Grant writing

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior seeks a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) at Pipestone National Monument to lead interpretive programs and visitor services.

You will plan, develop, and evaluate interpretive media and programming, directing a diverse team of permanent staff, seasonal workers, volunteers, and interns to advance park goals. You will foster educational and tribal partnerships, manage staff activities, ensure safety, and coordinate with stakeholders to provide engaging