Seasonal Park Ranger (General), Oak Run

Job Posting

The Pacific West Region is recruiting for temporary summer seasonal positions not to exceed 1039 hours work in a service year. Dates of summer employment will vary between sites depending on funding, weather conditions, projects, and visitation. Within regulatory limitations, the length of initial appointment may be shortened or extended depending on work availability and funding. The typical season for a Park Ranger (General) is April to October but can be variable due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding of each park. Anticipated Entry on Duty: June 2026 Lassen Volcanic NP Manzanita Lake, CADuties: As a GS-05 general Park Ranger (General), you will be part of the park's search and rescue cadre to the level of your training and may participate in the park's wildland fire program (if red carded). You interact with visitors in the field and in an office environment, providing information on Leave No Trace ethics, park regulations, wildlife encounters, and general area information.As relationships with outside agencies is critical to operational success, you will help to maintain positive work relationships with local communities, user groups, local and state law enforcement and emergency services, and other resource/cultural based land management agencies. Physical Demands: The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, driving, bending, and the incumbent must have the ability to routinely carry backpacks of up to 50 pounds in steep terrain and in adverse weather conditions. Working Conditions: The work is performed in a setting in which there is regular and recurring exposure to moderate discomforts and unpleasantness, e.g., high or low temperatures, confined spaces or adverse weather conditions. The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.