Park Ranger: Protect, Guide & Inspire Visitors

US National Park Service; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

US National Park Service is seeking Park Rangers (General) to protect park resources and ensure visitor safety while assisting the public and enforcing park regulations. The role involves interpretive duties, routine patrols, and delivering timely information on weather and conditions to visitors.

Qualifying candidates may come with prior park experience, education in park-related fields, or a combination of both.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience as park guide, environmental educator, or law enforcement is possible.
• Experience may be in fish and wildlife management, recreation management, or park operations.
• Education and/or experience must total 100% of the qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Protect and preserve park resources while ensuring visitor safety.
• Assist the public and enforce park regulations.
• Conduct interpretive tours and provide information about conditions, weather, and regulations.

Skills

Visitor services

Regulatory enforcement

Interpretation tours

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 24 semester hours related coursework

Graduate education related to the occupation

Job description

US National Park Service is seeking Park Rangers (General) to protect park resources and ensure visitor safety while assisting the public and enforcing park regulations. The role involves interpretive duties, routine patrols, and delivering timely information on weather and conditions to visitors.

Qualifying candidates may come with prior park experience, education in park-related fields, or a combination of both.