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Park Naturalists

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Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park.

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Currently Employed: 189

Yearly Projected Openings: 0

Typical Hourly Wage: $22.66 - $53.00

Typical Annual Salary: $47,100 - $110,200

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

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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.
Perform emergency duties to protect human life, government property, and natural features of park.
Confer with park staff to determine subjects and schedules for park programs.
Assist with operations of general facilities, such as visitor centers.
Plan, organize and direct activities of seasonal staff members.
Perform routine maintenance on park structures.
Survey park to determine forest conditions and distribution and abundance of fauna and flora.
Prepare brochures and write newspaper articles.