Park Ranger (Seasonal)

INTRODUCTION

This is the position of a non-supervisory Park Ranger (Seasonal) who performs a variety of tasks associated with the use and management of park resources. The purpose of the position is to supplement the permanent park ranger workforce by performing duties designed to (1) facilitate visitor understanding of park resources; (2) facilitate visitor enjoyment of the park and its resources; (3) facilitate and induce visitor behavior consistent with resource protection and to gain friendly compliance with the laws and rules for safe use of the park; and (4) encourage visitors to develop a sense of stewardship for park resources.

This position description is generic in nature and is not intended to include every duty found at every park throughout the System. The grade controlling duties have been captured in the body of this position description and must comprise at least 80% of the duties of the incumbent. These core duties may be supplemented by duties contained in Appendix A by checking the appropriate boxes. Appendix A duties may not comprise more than 20% of the work of this position. Other non-grade controlling duties may be locally described in Appendix A under “Other” as long as the total work assigned in Appendix A does not exceed 20%. References to “resources” include both natural and cultural resources.

DUTIES

Conducts basic research of topics for the purpose of providing interpretive programs, both orally and/or in writing. Presents a variety of formal and informal programs including orientation talks, environmental education programs, conducted walks, demonstrations and campfire programs.

Informs visitors about park facilities and resources. Duties are performed on or off-site at locations designated by the park, e.g. visitor centers, campgrounds, historical sites, auditoriums, etc. Learns park resources by reviewing published maps, park research materials, and other documents previously prepared by park rangers and other professionals and by talking with park staff. Provides assistance in connection with one-time or annual celebrations related to the programs and themes of the park and assists in the operations of special events.

Operates a variety of audiovisual and other equipment used in connection with interpretive material, e.g., projectors, cassettes and video equipment.

As assigned, serves as a member of all-risk operations, e.g. search and rescue, wildland and structural fires, etc. Performs emergency medical services.

As assigned, staffs permit stations for backcountry or wilderness use and educates visitors regarding the requirements for backcountry hiking and camping, the reasons for the regulations, etc. As assigned, performs various administrative duties, e.g., scheduling, gathering routine information for reports, compilation of statistical data, etc.