Seasonal Park Ranger — Interpretation & Education

US National Park Service; Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Rangers (Interpretation) for Kotzebue National Park Service are responsible for protecting resources, guiding visitors, and presenting interpretive programs that connect people with park meanings.

The position emphasizes safety, public information, and compliance with park regulations. The typical season runs February through September, with anticipated entry on duty in February 2027; applicants should prepare a strong resume with duties and hours clearly shown.

Qualifications

• Two full academic years of graduate education or a master's or equivalent degree in natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement, social sciences, museum sciences, public administration, or related subjects.
• Hours per week must be shown on the resume.
• Resume must indicate start/end dates and hours worked; reflect full/part-time or total hours.
• Resume must not exceed two pages; only one resume submission is allowed.
• Close of announcement date is 10/26/2026.

Responsibilities

• Park Ranger-interpreters connect people to parks and engage the public through interpretive programs.
• They promote visitor safety, assist the public, and enforce park regulations.

Education

Graduate education

Education for public resource management

Job description

Park Rangers (Interpretation) for Kotzebue National Park Service are responsible for protecting resources, guiding visitors, and presenting interpretive programs that connect people with park meanings.

The position emphasizes safety, public information, and compliance with park regulations. The typical season runs February through September, with anticipated entry on duty in February 2027; applicants should prepare a strong resume with duties and hours clearly shown.