Hovenweep & Natural Bridges National Monuments - Park Ranger Individual Placement - AmeriCorps
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Outdoor / Nature, Environmental Science
Position Title
Hovenweep & Natural Bridges National Monuments – Park Ranger Individual
Placement – Ameri Corps
Conservation Legacy ProgramAncestral Lands Conservation Corps
Site LocationHovenweep National Monument Visitor Center, Montezuma Creek, UT 84534
Terms of Service- Start Date:
08/24/26 - End Date: 11/27/26
- Ameri Corps Slot Classification: 450 hours
Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps mission: "lead our nations back to cultural and ecological well-being." Headquarters in Acoma, Albuquerque, Gallup (Navajo Nation), Zuni, and Hopi. Serves local communities in regions operated.
Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National MonumentNational Park Service's Interpretation and Visitor Services division mission: educate public on significance of natural and cultural resources. Interpret culture, history, geology, flora, fauna to connect public for enjoyment and conservation.
Hovenweep (Montezuma Creek, UT) preserves six prehistoric sites built 1200–1300 A.D. Natural Bridges (Blanding, UT) preserves three majestic natural bridges named "Kachina," "Owachomo" and "Sipapu" honoring Ancestral Puebloans.
Description of Duties- Open and close visitor center
- Provide visitors with information about park resources, trail conditions, weather, etc.
- Educate visitors about Visiting with Respect and Leave No Trace practices
- Walk/hike park trails
- Answer visitor questions
- Assess and report trail conditions
- Communicate using radio
- Work with supervisor to identify valuable research materials and shadow staff for broad understanding of natural/cultural history and interpretive techniques.
- Train in interpretive principles and use when drafting program outline.
- Present interpretive programs to visitors.
- Work with supervisor to identify valuable research materials and shadow staff for broad understanding of natural/cultural history and interpretive techniques.
- Train in interpretive principles and use when drafting program outline.
- Present interpretive programs to visitors.
- Read research paper(s) provided about cultural sites' significance
- In partnership with another intern and under the direction of supervisor, systematically review digital media products for needed revision/improvements
- United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident alien
- At least 18 years of age up to 30 years old; up to 35 if military veteran
- Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an Ameri Corps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to completing the education award
- Agrees to provide info to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
- Valid Driver's License
- Willingness to speak to the public
- Ability to hike 0.5 to 2 miles
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers
- Ability to accept feedback
- Good attitude and willingness to learn
- Experience working with the public/customer service
- Minimum education in geology, natural science, and history
Conservation Legacy is committed to full consideration of all qualified individuals and ensures persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for essential job functions. Physical requirements may include periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, cross- terrain movement, use program-specific tools and technology. Exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Ability to safely drive organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions.
For assistance or reasonable accommodation, contact hiring manager.
Typically, this position is expected to serve 08/24/26 to 11/27/26, with lunch break not counted. Member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events during term.
Orientation and Training- Member will receive orientation including training on Ameri Corps prohibited and unallowable activities.
- Segal Ameri Corps Education Award of $1,956.35
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