Seasonal Park Ranger Job Descriptions

Seasonal ranger positions are the most popular Park Service jobs, and there is heavy competition for all types of ranger positions. Law enforcement positions tend to have fewer applicants per opening due to special training requirements. The Park Service offers three types of park ranger positions:

• Interpretive Rangers develop and implement programs to inform visitors of a park's historical, cultural, and natural significance. Applicants must be 18 years of age by May 13 for summer seasonal positions.
• Law Enforcement Rangers engage in patrol duties, address safety concerns, and respond to emergencies. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have completed a National Park Service accredited law enforcement course.
• General Park Rangers engage in both interpretive and law enforcement activities and may also collect fees, attend to various backcountry and campground duties, engage in forestry and resource management, provide recreation activities, and perform communication duties.

In addition to standard government job requirements, all rangers must:

• Be in good physical condition
• Have corrected 20/20 vision
• Pass a drug test for law enforcement positions
• Have a valid driver's license

Recommended skills include:

• First Aid, CPR, and lifesaving training
• Search-and-rescue training or experience

Life Guard Jobs >>>

Alaska Jobs | Firefighter Jobs | Airline Jobs | Sports Careers
Land Tour Jobs | Casino Jobs | Trucking Jobs
Writing Jobs | Ski Jobs | Nursing Careers | Oil Jobs
Maritime Jobs | Government Jobs | Alaska Travel | Travel Deals

Home | About Us | Contacts | FAQ | Privacy
Parks Jobs Site Map | JobMonkey Twitter

Copyright © 1999-2009 - JobMonkey, Inc - All rights reserved.