Seasonal Park Ranger

Seasonal Park Ranger – Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve

This is a temporary position, not to exceed 1,039 hours
, within the Visitor and Resource Protection Division. The expected entry on duty is May 2026
.

Hiring period:
01/05/2026 to 01/20/2026
Salary: $27.34 to $35.54 per hour (plus a 3% cost‑of‑living allowance).

Location:

Bettles, AK (remote job)

• U.S. Citizen, National or person who owes allegiance to the U.S.
• Special knowledge or expertise concerning the park’s natural and/or cultural resources.
• Prior residence or employment in or near Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve (listed areas:
  Alatna, Allakaket, Ambler, Anaktuvuk Pass, Bettles/Evansville, Hughes, Kobuk, Nuiqsut, Shungnak, Wiseman/Coldfoot).

• Provide orientation and informational assistance to visitors.
• Conduct visitor outreach on park facilities, history, and recreational activities.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with park regulations; conduct resource condition assessments.
• Participate in safety initiatives, recommend improvements.
• Maintain campsites, cabins and perform routine back‑country upkeep.
• Operate small watercraft (≤ 26 ft) and government vehicles (≤ 10 000 GVW) for personnel and equipment transport.
• Assist in all‑risk operations (search & rescue, fire response, medical services).

• U.S. citizenship required; background investigation required.
• Selective Service registration for males.
• Competent in drug testing and willing to submit to random drug testing.
• Prepared to carry a firearm for wildlife protection when required.
• Valid driver’s license; submission of motor‑vehicle records required.
• Required certifications: DOI Motorboat Operator Certification Course (if operating watercraft), First Aid and CPR (post‑entry).
• Ability to work on‑call, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Up to ten nights of overnight travel per month may be required.

As a federal employee, full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement, life insurance, and paid leave. For details, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Evaluation will focus on meeting the listed qualifications. Resumes, supporting documents, and assessment responses will be reviewed; failure to demonstrate required experience or documentation will result in ineligibility or disqualification.

• Current, two‑page resume (max 2 pages) that lists all relevant positions, duties, dates, and demonstrates residence or employment within the specified areas.
• Complete any required assessments.
• Veteran preference documentation, if applicable.
• Any additional supporting documents as requested by the vacancy announcement.

Apply online via USAJOBS by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/20/2026. Follow the prompts to upload the required documents and complete the application questionnaire. For mailing instructions, postmark by the closing date and include the vacancy announcement number.