Supervisory Park Ranger

Summary

This Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) is on the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument located in the Interpretation, Education and Visitor Service Division. The incumbent provides leadership in the decision-making process for interpretive programs and leads the development of a curriculum-based education program which includes both in-person and distance learning. Supervises employees performing interpretation and environmental education activities which includes fee collection.

Duties

Provides guidance and leadership in the decision-making process for interpretive programs, both on-site and off-site. Leads the development of a curriculum-based education program in the park which includes both in-person and distance learning. Supervises both permanent and temporary employees performing visitor center and interpretive services, outreach and environmental education program operations. Develops professional level interpretive training, coaching, and mentoring to front line interpretive staff. Uses knowledge of professional interpretive principles and techniques to ensure programs are properly prepared and presented, and public interactions are carried out effectively and efficiently. Develops partnerships and writes grants to seek external funding sources for interpretive programs. Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument Area/Housing Information:
Government housing may be available.

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument is located in a remote part of the Sonoran Desert in Southwestern Arizona. Park headquarters is located 34 miles from Ajo, Arizona and 5 miles from the international boundary with Mexico. Organ Pipe is a winter paradise and a surprisingly lush and green environment. Daytime temperatures range from 110+ degrees in the summer to 50-60 degrees in the winter.

Although Ajo, AZ is located in a remote part of the Sonoran Desert, the local towns and communities provide multiple amenities that allow families and individuals to easily adjust to living in the desert. In Ajo (population 3,500) you will find a medical clinic, multiple churches, a vibrant library, a county park with playground, swimming pool, ball parks and community center, an active park and recreation department, several national-chain stores for household goods and electronics, a K-12 school system, and several active community organizations who sponsor events and festivals on a regular basis.

The major city of Phoenix, AZ is only 1.5 hours away, and offer a greater selection of amenities. Most employees plan trips to Phoenix once or twice a month. More information is available from the Ajo Chamber of Commerce,

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