Park Ranger

Park Ranger

The Park Ranger at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge plans, coordinates, and implements programs and activities that promote public understanding and appreciation of refuge resources while supporting the protection and conservation of fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats. This position supports visitor services, resource interpretation, environmental education, public outreach, and compatible wildlife-dependent recreation; contributes to the effective operation and maintenance of visitor facilities and programs; and helps foster partnerships with volunteers, community organizations, and other stakeholders. At the full-performance level (GS-9), duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, develops, and implements a balanced Visitor Services program, including interpretive and environmental education activities and compatible wildlife-dependent recreation.
• Administers the volunteer program including recruitment, onboarding, training, and leading volunteers on various work projects.
• Assists with the planning, design, and routine operation of visitor facilities - including visitor centers, trails, and exhibits - and contributes to short-term operational plans and maintenance coordination.
• Conducts visitor use studies, surveys, carrying-capacity analyses, and program evaluations to improve policies, procedures, and the overall effectiveness of visitor services.
• Develops and manages communication products (e.g., social media, web content, publications, interpretive materials) and builds partnerships with community groups, organizations, and agencies to support refuge visitor services initiatives.