Park Naturalists
Also called: Park Ranger, Park Naturalist, Environmental Education Specialist, Park Interpretive Specialist
What they do:
Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park.
On the job, you would:
- Provide visitor services by explaining regulations; answering visitor requests, needs and complaints; and providing information about the park and surrounding areas.
- Conduct field trips to point out scientific, historic, and natural features of parks, forests, historic sites or other attractions.
- Prepare and present illustrated lectures and interpretive talks about park features.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
- administrative services
Arts and Humanities
- English language
- history and archeology
Math and Science
- biology
- geography
Communications
- multimedia
Skills
Basic Skills
- talking to others
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Social
- understanding people's reactions
- looking for ways to help people
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- notice when problems happen
- order or arrange things
Hearing and Speech
- recognize spoken words
- speak clearly
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include
helping people, teaching, and talking.
helping people, teaching, and talking.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Self Control
- Social Orientation
- Innovation
Technology
Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
Education
bachelor's degree or
some college
usually needed
some college
usually needed
Job Outlook
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$59,530
per year, on average
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