You will serve as a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) at Pipestone National Monument. First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the step 1 rate.
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Carries out a variety of functions in the areas of interpretation, education and visitor services, including short and long-range planning and program research; development of interpretive programming; and development of interpretive media.
Serves as a leader within the division and responsible for leading a team of permanent and seasonal staff, volunteers, interns, and others to accomplish established agency and park goals. Exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities, including recruiting, hiring, supervising, coaching, training, and evaluating staff. Keeps employees informed of management policies and goals. Ensures the on-the-job safety of employees supervised.
Applies an in-depth knowledge of park's complex resources, staying abreast of important research findings related to the park's cultural and natural resources. Seeks resources and funding to appropriately support park priorities for the program, including internal and grant sources. Skillfully develops project statements, funding requests, and grant applications based on careful planning, coordination with internal and external stakeholders, and knowledge of park needs.
Supports extensive partnerships and consultation. Knowledgable in Government-to-Government law, policies, and protocols; supports the superintendent in timely, respectful, and productive dialogue with 38 or more affiliated Tribal Nations related to interpretation and public messaging, utilizing a strong knowledge of cultural protocols, values, and histories.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with educational, tribal, and non-profit organizations that assist with park goals.
You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.
https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualification
This position is with National Park Service, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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