Park Ranger
Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park.
At a Glance
Park Ranger earns an average of $44,044/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 1 years. Top skills: Management, Communication, Security Clearance.
$44,044/yr
Bachelor's degree
1 years
4
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Park Naturalists
Median Wage
$67,950/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.4%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Performance Review
Demography
Motor Vehicle Operation
Museum Studies
Anthropology
Law Enforcement
Public Administration
Natural Sciences
Behavioral Science
Educational Materials
Wildlife Management
Social Sciences
Earth Science
Sociology
Archaeology
Natural Resource Management
Scientific Methods
Police Science
Common Skills (10)
Management
Communication
Operations
Customer Service
Interpersonal Communications
Leadership
Business Administration
Planning
Verbal Communication Skills
Sales
Certifications (2)
Security Clearance
Valid Driver's License
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