JOB SUMMARY: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 6, 2025 These positions may be filled for a six month seasonal period, but can vary due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: Spring of 2025, Dinosaur National Monument EOD should be April 13 and Grand Teton National Park EOD is expected to be May 4th. For more park(s) information, select "Learn more about this agency" below: MAJOR DUTIES: Be a successful applicant. Watch this 5 minute video to learn how to create a federal resume. River rangers perform both solo and multi-boat patrols on white water rivers. They are responsible for checking rafting permits; evaluating concession-run raft trips; safety checks on private raft permit holders; river campground monitoring and maintenance; rescue and communications; river and rafting safety education and information; cooperation with other divisions, including Resource Management; transportation of staff along river corridors for orientation and job-related functions; maintenance of park rafts and the river cache; and other duties as assigned. Drives a truck/trailer to the put-ins to drop off river rangers and gear, gear repair. Assists in search and rescue operations. The GS-07 position also oversees the river cache and boat house including inventory and performs more training and mentoring roles. Limited park housing is available. The employee will spend the majority of the time camping solo along the river corridors and must be prepared to camp and row up to class V rapids in inclement weather. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
