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Open: June 10, 2026 — Closes: June 24, 2026
Summary
This position is located in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, in the Division of Visitor and Resource Protection. Government housing is NOT available. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid if the selectee lives outside of the local commuting area and is otherwise eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulation.
Major Duties
This position is assigned to the Visitor and Resource Protection branch of Lake Mead National Recreation Area, which is the 5th most visited unit of the National Park Service. Visitation at Lake Mead exceeds 7.5 million people annually, and recreational activities in Lake Mead include hiking, camping, boating, fishing, diving, waterskiing, and much more. Lake Mead has an incident volume that exceeds 12,000 recorded dispatch events each year. Summer high temperatures average 108° F, while winter highs average 60° F. Major Duties Include: Serve as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer performing duties including detection and investigation of violations of federal criminal laws Directs a busy Visitor and Resource Protection program Supervises subordinate staff Communicates and works effectively with others You will set work goals and ensure all employees receive required training in a timely manner; identify operational requirements and recommend programming, budgeting, training, administration, and evaluation of operations. 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.