This listing is a summary. Click 'Apply for this job' to view the complete posting and apply on USAJobs.gov.
Open: March 26, 2026 — Closes: April 8, 2026
Summary
This position is located within the Division of Ranger Activities, Valley Forge National Historical Park. This is designated Law Enforcement position for purposes of enhanced annuity retirement. The primary purpose of this position is the administration and management of the protection functions of the law enforcement branch, for which experience in law enforcement is a prerequisite.
Major Duties
Directly supervise law enforcement rangers who detect, investigate, apprehend, detain, and assist in the prosecution of individuals under provisions of applicable laws, rules, and regulations enacted to ensure the protection and safe use of National Park Service resources, and provide oversight and directs subordinates in full scale investigations of crimes and others offenses against the United States, as well as the collection, protection, and maintenance of evidence. Plan, monitor, evaluate, and report on the Park's protection program relating to all park resources, facilities, employees, and the public. Incumbent will routinely develop, direct and coordinate operations relating to law enforcement and resource protection using a results-based approach and prioritizing threats. Serve as a Law Enforcement Commissioned Ranger responsible for performing law enforcement duties. These duties include but are not limited to detection, investigation, apprehension, detention, and prosecution under provisions of applicable laws, rules, and regulations enacted to ensure the protection and safe use of emergencies. Plans, directs, or participates in emergency incidents which include search and rescue operations, wildland/structural fire, special law enforcement operations, hazardous material spills, natural disasters, terrorist threats, and other major emergencies. Perform the full range of supervisory duties and responsibilites including: planning, scheduling, and coordinating law enforcement operations for both Valley Forge National Historical Park and Hopewell Furance National Historical Park. GS-11 As a Supervisory Park Ranger you will lead daily operations and direct the completion of collateral duties related to training and leadership. You will supervise GL-9 permanent and seasonal law enforcement rangers as well as non-commissioned staff and park volunteers. You will conduct and supervise the detection of criminal activity, investigation of criminal violations, and custodial arrests. You may prepare and execute warrants, interview witnesses, and detain suspects. You will ensure the completion of comprehensive written reports. You will conduct and/or supervise gathering of law enforcement, security, and intelligence information relating to the park, its facilities, events, mission, or visitors. You will set work goals and ensure all employees receive required training in a timely manner; identify operational requirements and make recommendations to your supervisor regarding programming, budgeting, training, administration, and evaluation of operations; and schedule patrols to maximize visitor contact with special consideration to problem areas. You will supervise and lead complex law enforcement, all hazard, emergency medical, and search and rescue operations as well as provide emergency medical services to park visitors and residents. In addition, you will participate in all aspects of employee supervision including performance planning and appraisals, employee recognition, and employee counseling.
