National Park Service Mission
Most people know that the National Park Service cares for national parks, a network
of nearly 400 natural, cultural and recreational sites across the nation. The
treasures in this system – the first of its kind in the world – have
been set aside by the American people to preserve, protect, and share, the
legacies of this land.
People from all around the world visit national parks to experience America's
story, marvel at the natural wonders, and have fun. Places like the Grand Canyon,
the Statue of Liberty, and Gettysburg are popular destinations, but so too
are the hundreds of lesser known yet equally meaningful gems like Rosie the
Riveter in California, Boston Harbor Islands in Massachusetts, and Russell
Cave in Alabama.
To care for our national park treasures, we need people, like you, to keep
our parks and visitors safe through law enforcement and emergency services
programs at national parks throughout the country. With their classic campaign
hats and distinctive uniforms, National Park Service Park Rangers are some
of the most recognized law enforcement officers in the world. With responsibility
for protecting over 84 million acres of federal land throughout the U.S., our
law enforcement Park Rangers work in a variety of unique American settings,
from large cities to wild places. We have over 1500 permanent Park Rangers
and another 500 summer seasonal Park Rangers. What about you? You could join
our team!
