Seasonal Park Ranger: Interpretation & Education

National Park Service; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

National Park Service seeks a Park Ranger Interpretation (Seasonal) to design and deliver engaging programs that connect visitors with the natural and cultural heritage of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. You will coordinate visitor services, mentor staff, and support special projects while upholding safety and regulatory requirements.

Anticipated season: March to September 2027. This role emphasizes interpretation, education, and community partnerships to foster public stewardship of park

Qualifications

• Transcript(s) required to support claimed education if substituting education for experience.
• Unofficial transcripts accepted, but official transcripts needed before start of work if education was used to qualify.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence by a recognized credentialing organization.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and deliver engaging programs (talks, tours, demonstrations, digital media) connecting visitors to park resources.
• Coordinate visitor services and information desks; manage schedules and ensure facilities and materials are maintained.
• Mentor, coach, and train staff, volunteers, and interns; develop lesson plans aligned with standards and diverse learning needs.
• Observe and report on park resource conditions; promote visitor safety; ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
• Build relationships with local communities and partners; represent the park at events and collaborate on initiatives.

Skills

Interpretation & Communication

Job description

National Park Service seeks a Park Ranger Interpretation (Seasonal) to design and deliver engaging programs that connect visitors with the natural and cultural heritage of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. You will coordinate visitor services, mentor staff, and support special projects while upholding safety and regulatory requirements.

Anticipated season: March to September 2027. This role emphasizes interpretation, education, and community partnerships to foster public stewardship of park