Park Ranger (Seasonal)

National Park Service; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service seeks Park Rangers (General) for seasonal staffing in the Southeast region. The role involves protecting park resources and visitors, conducting patrols, and delivering interpretive talks to the public.

Anticipated entry on duty is March–May 2027, with a typical seasonal window and the open period noted. Open to the first 50 applicants, with recruitment open from November 2 to November 10, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Protection of park resources and visitors through patrols, education and compliance checks.
• Provide information regarding regulations and explain the importance of resource preservation and protection.
• Patrols on watercraft and on foot in front country and remote areas; backcountry orientation and safety services.
• May perform emergency medical services, search and rescue, environmental protection and data collection.
• Develop and deliver interpretive talks and tours; promote safety and stewardship during interactions.
• GS-5 duties include mentoring and guiding team members to accomplish daily operations.

Job description

Open: November 2, 2026 — Closes: November 10, 2026

Summary

Park Rangers (General) protect and preserve park resources while ensuring visitor safety, assisting the public, and enforcing park regulations. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Seasonal Staffing Office-Southeast Region is March-November, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March - May 2027. Open to the first 50 applicants.

Major Duties

Some of the Park Ranger (General) Standard Duties include but are not limited to: Protection of park resources and visitors through patrols, education and compliance checks, providing information regarding regulations and explaining the importance of resource preservation and protection. Patrols are conducted by both motorized and non-motorized watercraft and on foot in both front country and remote areas of the park. May be providing backcountry orientation, emergency medical services, search and rescue, environmental protection and resource management data collection. May be performing development and delivery of Interpretive talks and tours. Actively promote the safety of park visitors and stewardship of park resources in all interactions, and potentially serve as the initial contact for accident reporting and emergency assistance. Additional duties for GS-5: Teaches others - provides on-the-job training, mentoring and assistance to team members by providing guidance and feedback and direction to accomplish projects and/or daily operations.