Park Ranger (Interpretation) — Visitor Education

National Park Service; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service at Weir Farm National Historical Park in Wilton, CT, seeks a Park Ranger (Interpretation) to enrich visitors through engaging interpretive programs and thoughtful safety, conservation, and public-interest initiatives.

The role involves delivering walks, talks, tours, and virtual events, coordinating visitor services, and developing educational experiences aligned with park resources and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Develops and presents a wide variety of audience- and learner-centered interpretive experiences (e.g., walks, talks, tours, presentations, demonstrations, events, and virtual interactions) and informal contacts with the public.

Responsibilities

• Develops and presents interpretive experiences for varied audiences and learners.
• Coordinates the operation of a visitor facility and information desk, assessing physical and operational condition of assets.
• Develops and delivers in-park, off-site, and virtual education programs.
• Monitors park resource issues or potential problems and mitigates them with immediate attention.
• Creates and fosters a culture of safety, emphasizing risk assessments in decisions and actions.

Job description

National Park Service at Weir Farm National Historical Park in Wilton, CT, seeks a Park Ranger (Interpretation) to enrich visitors through engaging interpretive programs and thoughtful safety, conservation, and public-interest initiatives.

The role involves delivering walks, talks, tours, and virtual events, coordinating visitor services, and developing educational experiences aligned with park resources and community engagement.