Occupation: Park Ranger

By Katie Russell

Educational Requirements• Bachelor’s Degree– Natural Resources

Law Enforcement and Protection

– Law Enforcement/Police Science

• Apprenticeship

Math Topics•Algebra•Geometry

Location

To have this job, you must live near a state or national park. Parks are fairly ubiquitous throughout the United States, so you can live almost anywhere.

Salary

The average yearly salary for a park ranger is $42,000 to $50,999 depending on their level of education and skill, the type of the park, and the location.

On The Job

• The job requires work both inside and outside in all conditions.

• It requires some physical labor.• Some duties are– Enforcing park regulations– Maintaining park grounds– Assisting park visitors– Patrolling– Offering conservation and recreation activities

Bibliography

• "19-1031.03 - Park Naturalists." O*NET OnLine. Web. 31 May 2010. <http://online.onetcenter.org/link/summary/19-1031.03>.

• "Park Ranger." Career Exploration. NC WiseOwl. Web. 31 May 2010.

• All pictures came from the Russell family photo archives.