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Olathe

Park Ranger

Parks, AZ · On-site

$17.47 - $18.80/hr

Embraces the role of providing educational sessions on safety and interpretation to enrich the ... The Park Ranger works outside year-round in a variety of weather and environmental conditions such ...

The State of Arizona

PARK RANGER

Camp Verde, AZ

$17.50 - $19/hr

PARK RANGER Apply now Job No: 543064 Work Type: Full-time Location: CAMP VERDE Categories: Forestry ... Provides interpretation to the public and at special events and for junior rangers; work with ...

Olathe

Park Ranger

Olathe, KS · On-site

$17.47 - $18.80/hr

Embraces the role of providing educational sessions on safety and interpretation to enrich the ... The Park Ranger works outside year-round in a variety of weather and environmental conditions such ...

The State of Arizona

PARK RANGER

Lake Havasu City, AZ

$17.50 - $19/hr

PARK RANGER Apply now Job No: 543044 Work Type: Full-time Location: LAKE HAVASU CITY Categories ... interpretation of general park resources to visitors - General office procedures. - Basic first aid ...

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How much do park ranger interpretation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for park ranger interpretation in the United States is $20.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a park ranger interpretation?

Park Ranger Interpretation roles focus on educating and engaging visitors about the natural, historical, and cultural resources within parks. These rangers create and lead interpretive programs, such as guided hikes, talks, and exhibits, to help visitors understand and appreciate the area. They also answer questions, provide information, and promote stewardship of the environment. Their work is essential in fostering a connection between the public and protected natural spaces.

How do park ranger interpretation roles collaborate with educators and local communities?

Park Ranger Interpreters frequently work alongside educators, community groups, and local organizations to develop and deliver educational programs that foster appreciation for natural and cultural resources. Collaboration often includes hosting school field trips, organizing community events, and tailoring interpretive talks or tours to specific audiences. By building these partnerships, Park Rangers help ensure that conservation messages are accessible and engaging, while also strengthening ties between the park and surrounding communities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a park ranger interpretation, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Park Ranger in Interpretation, you need a background in natural resources, environmental education, or related fields, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications. Familiarity with interpretive planning tools, educational program development, and sometimes GIS or presentation software is typically required. Exceptional communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills help engage diverse audiences and foster conservation awareness. These skills and qualities are vital for effectively educating the public, promoting stewardship, and enhancing visitor experiences in parks.

How to become an interpretive park ranger?

To become an interpretive park ranger, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some positions preferring or requiring a college degree in environmental science, education, or a related field. Relevant skills include communication, public speaking, and knowledge of natural or cultural resources; certifications in first aid or CPR can be beneficial. Applicants often go through a competitive hiring process that may include written exams, interviews, and background checks, and they usually need to pass a physical fitness test due to outdoor work conditions.
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Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation)

US Department of the Interior

Chicago, IL • On-site

$83K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

417th of 849 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

You will serve as a Supervisory Park Ranger (Interpretation) of Interpretation and Visitor Services at Pullman National Historical Park located in Chicago, Illinois. The incumbent reports directly to the Superintendent and is responsible for assisting with coordination, execution, management, and planning of the park's interpretive programming and visitor services, conducted both in the park and through outreach activities.Qualifications:Requirements Continued...
Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
This is a supervisory position that may require completion of a supervisory probationary period.
Qualifications: All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 08/19/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.

To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level:

Experience: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: coordinating, managing, or directing interpretive programs; developing long range program plans; developing educational programs; managing interpretive staff or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked. -OR-
Education: Successful completion of at least three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education, a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a directly-related field such as natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. Course work in fields other than those specified above may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in this position. You must include transcripts. -OR-
Combination of education and experience as listed above. For example, I have 6 months of the specialized experience described above (50% of the experience requirement), and (45 semester hours or 68 quarter hours) of directly related graduate level college study in an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education). The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include transcripts.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:You must submit a copy of your transcript(s) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include your name, school name, grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, and date the degree was conferred, if applicable. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualificationsEmployment Type: OTHER

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