About the opportunity
You will serve as a Supervisory Park Ranger PSAR with the National Park Service at Point Reyes National Seashore. The primary purpose of this uniformed position is to perform park ranger duties associated with preventing search and rescue (PSAR) incidents from occurring in park units. You will provide first-level supervision to 8 permanent, 3 seasonal, and over 50 part-time volunteer staff. Key responsibilities include analyzing and evaluating PSAR program operations, developing educational strategies, managing volunteer programs, and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The work requires strenuous physical exertion, including hiking in backcountry settings, and involves exposure to hazardous environments and extreme weather conditions.
Salary and benefits
- Uniform allowance provided
- Recruitment or relocation incentive may be offered on a case-by-case basis
- Federal employee benefits including health and insurance programs
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license
- Must meet specialized experience requirements equivalent to GS-09 level or possess 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D.
- Must meet Time-in-Grade requirements if currently a Federal employee
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
- Must pass a background investigation and E-Verify check
Required documents
- Resume (maximum 2 pages, 10-point font minimum, 0.5-inch margins)
- Most recent performance appraisal
- College transcripts (if qualifying based on education)
- SF-50 forms (for current/former Federal employees)
- Documentation of eligibility for CTAP/ICTAP or LMWFA (if applicable)
- Statement explaining missing performance appraisal (if applicable)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-16
How to apply
- Read the entire announcement and instructions
- Complete all required questionnaires and assessments
- Prepare and upload all required documentation
- Submit the application via the USAJOBS portal by the deadline
Additional information
- This is a supervisory position that may require a supervisory probationary period.
- A 1-year probationary period is required for new appointees.
- Work requires on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift work.
- Physical demands include strenuous exertion, hiking, and carrying heavy loads in rugged terrain.
- Additional vacancies may be filled using this announcement.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced supervisors with a background in visitor services or search and rescue
- Professionals comfortable with strenuous physical exertion and backcountry environments
- Candidates capable of managing large teams of staff and volunteers
What should you think carefully about?
- The role involves exposure to hazardous environments and extreme weather conditions
- The schedule is demanding, requiring on-call availability, weekends, and holidays
- Relocation incentives are not guaranteed and are offered only on a case-by-case basis
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is ideal for a seasoned park ranger looking to step into a significant leadership position within the National Park Service. It provides the chance to shape safety and educational strategies at a major national seashore, making it a high-impact move for someone dedicated to public land management and visitor safety.
Our take
Highly recommended for experienced rangers ready for a supervisory challenge in a rugged coastal setting; those unable to commit to irregular hours or physical field work should look elsewhere.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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