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Open: March 30, 2026 — Closes: April 10, 2026
Summary
NOTE: OPM has identified this position as eligible for an exception to the typical 1039-hour season. This exception allows up to 1560 hours which may extend the season(s) reflected in this announcement. See the Additional Information section for details. The typical season for this position is May - December but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. The anticipated entry on duty is May 2026.
Major Duties
If selected you will work as a Park Ranger (Interpretation), GS-0025-07, for Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. The duties for this position include interpretation, visitor services, operations, and resource protection. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Interpretation: Researches, develops, and presents a variety of formal interpretive programs which may include conducted activities, guided hikes, demonstrations, and short talks. Programs demonstrate a clear grasp of the principles of interpretation. Prepares written program outlines for each program. Visitor Services: Performs visitor center front desk support by responding to visitor inquiries. Provides customer service and informal interpretation. May maintain brochure inventories, bulletin boards, and audio-visual equipment. May perform front desk support by answering phones and responding to visitor inquiries. May complete a variety of supportive functions such as statistical recording, program flyer development, and prop and audio-visual maintenance/inventory. Operations: Uses effective teamwork and communication skills to work with peers in such a way as to promote respect, confidence, collaboration, and professionalism. Communicates effectively with other divisions and park partners. Competent with PC compatible equipment and software such as PowerPoint, MS Word, scanners, printers, etc. Education: Researches, develops, and presents a variety of environmental education programs for classrooms through in-person and virtual program opportunities. The employees of the National Park Service care for special places that are the heritage of all Americans. Since its inception in 1916, the National Park Service has been dedicated to the preservation and management of this country's outstanding natural, historical, and recreational resources. Park ranger - interpreters connect people to parks. They play a key role in ensuring that visitors have a meaningful, satisfying, and safe park experience, help visitors decide how to spend their time in the park, and inform them about the wonders that await their discovery. Park ranger - interpreters are specially trained to engage the public so that each park visitor can find a personal connection with the meanings and values found in the places and stories of that park. They help visitors explore the many dimensions of parks by introducing them to a variety of perspectives. By providing the opportunity for visitors to care about the places they visit, they promote stewardship and the opportunity for those visitors to care for park resources. National parks are among the most remarkable places in America for recreation, learning, and inspiration. The work done by park ranger-interpreters through effective interpretive and educational programs encourages the development of a personal stewardship ethic and broadens public support for preserving and protecting park resources, so that they may be enjoyed by present and future generations. Please visit find a park for additional park information.
