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Associate Director for Community Engagement
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: National Park Service
- Department: Department of the Interior
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia
- Salary: $186207 – $228000/yr
- Hiring Path: Ses
- Number of Openings: 1
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Security Clearance: Other
- Date Posted: 2026-09-11
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-25
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Job Summary
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The National Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Director for Community Engagement is responsible for providing strategic leadership, developing policies, liaising with external stakeholders, ensuring program accountability, and formulating budgets.
Responsibilities include: Executive oversight and the direct management of subordinate leaders across multiple functional areas within the Directorate, including major outdoor recreation technical and financial assistance programs, national trails, wild and scenic rivers, as well as other community assistance and engagement initiatives.
Through supervisory staff, the Associate Director offers technical guidance and oversees the delegated duties and responsibilities relating to organizational and national programs. Evaluates program performance against organizational objectives, endorsing key plans and changes in directives, and analyzing structural and resource needs to enhance operational effectiveness. Serves as a member of the NPS leadership team.
Collaborates with the Director and other leaders to set overall policy, establish priorities, define the strategic direction of the Service, and determine legislative goals and strategies at the national level.
Requirements & Education
No mandatory education requirement.
Contact
sharon_benitez@ios.doi.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with National Park Service, Department of the Interior.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $186207 – $228000/yr.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
This position is eligible for telework.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-25.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Ses' hiring path.
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