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Open: May 4, 2026 — Closes: May 18, 2026
Summary
The Southeast Region is the National Park Service's most visited region, which includes 73 units across 4 million acres in 10 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It features iconic, high-biodiversity sites like Great Smoky Mountains and Everglades National Parks, along with major cultural, Civil War, and civil rights historic sites.
Major Duties
The Regional Director is responsible for the oversight of parks, strategy formulation, advocacy for parks, allocation and management of fiscal and human resources, and the development and interpretation of policies. The Regional Director manages park superintendents, including two Senior Executive Service (SES) Superintendents, deputy and associate regional directors, full-time and seasonal staff and volunteers in a variety of disciplines. Responsibilities include: Ensures proper interpretation and execution of NPS programs, and establishes policies and procedures for their effective direction, operation, and evaluation within the jurisdiction. Manages programs related to interpretation, education, use, development, protection, construction, land acquisition, maintenance, and environmental quality. These programs maintain standards in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, history, archaeology, forestry, and natural sciences. Sets program priorities, oversees budget and personnel to meet NPS legislative goals. These programs have local, national, and international significance. Collaborates with tribes, local communities, states, and international partners on regional issues. Manages major public-partnership projects and programs. Informs the public about NPS missions, achievements, and activities. Develops partnerships with not-for-profit organizations, friends groups, park partnerships, youth programs, and business schools. Provides direction to parks to establish and grow strong partnerships and community relations; and supports park and program public affairs, media, and digital communications strategy and messaging. Manages the protection of park resources, provides oversight for visitor and community services. This responsibility involves the enforcement of applicable laws and the preservation of natural and cultural resources.
