Park Ranger

This is an open and continuous announcement. See Additional Information section for more information. Applications will expire every 90 days. To remain active for consideration, applicants must resubmit their application. Positions may be filled at one or more of the duty locations included in this announcement.

Final determination of the duty location will be made at the time of the job offer.

For more information, contact the Human Resources staff at

• The employee performs a variety of tasks that utilize established visitor management practices, processes, methods, and procedures.
• Develops and presents a variety of interpretive programs including orientation talks, conducted walks, and demonstrations to a variety of general public audiences or school groups.
• Initiates or assists with development or revision of interpretive materials, such as brochures, guidebooks, handouts, and exhibits.
• Operates a variety of audiovisual and other equipment used in connection with interpretive programs.
• Prepares and conducts on-and-off site environmental education programs for a variety of audiences. Initiates or assists with the creation or revision of environmental education materials.
• Provides orientation, interpretive, and regulatory information relating to site specific regulations, hunting and fishing programs, and other visitor activities.
• Assists with maintaining working relationships with partnership organizations by attending a variety of events and functions, giving informative talks, and asking for assistance that benefits all parties involved.
• Drafts written materials to increase understanding of the Forest Service Mission, assistance with a special event, or explain the goals and objectives of the visitor center.
• Assists with issuing special permits for wildlife/natural resource dependent recreational activities or other appropriate and compatible special events or activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.