Business / Organization
New Mexico State Parks
Contact Person
Levi Dean
Phone Number
Email Address
Title
Interpretive Ranger (EMNRD #5807)
Employment Type
Full Time
Description
This position is responsible for coordinating and providing programs and events at Rio Grande Nature Center and Manzano Mountain State Parks. This position must have experience in creating and facilitating educational and entertainment events, as well as working with schools, local interest groups and City of Albuquerque Open Space. Experience working with volunteers to facilitate and promote educational programs and special events to encourage community involvement in the park. This position should have knowledge of natural/cultural history, knowledge of state standards and curriculum benchmarks of school educational programs. The incumbent must demonstrate clear communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail while working with park programs and interpretive reports. Training and experience in interpretive programs and exhibits will be required to be successful in this position, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions and learn new ideas and program materials are necessary. The incumbent will collect, process, receipt and secure park use fees when assigned, in accordance with Department and Division policies and procedures. Assist with grounds and facility maintenance using Standards of Care.
This position should have knowledge of natural/cultural history, knowledge of state standards and curriculum benchmarks of school educational programs. The incumbent must demonstrate clear communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail while working with park programs and interpretive reports. Experience working with volunteers to facilitate and promote educational programs and special events to encourage community involvement in the park. Training and experience in interpretive programs and exhibits will be required to be successful in this position, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions and learn new ideas and program materials are necessary.
Special Skills Wanted
Special Requests or Notes
The ideal candidate will have:
– Experience in public speaking and providing interpretive educational programs to the public.
– Certified interpretive guide through the National Association of Interpretation.
– Experience in natural resources and outdoor recreation is preferred.
– Knowledge in resource management and best practices.
– Education based in natural/cultural resources or education.
– Experience working with partnering agencies, organizations, and institutions.
– Experience working with marketing and outreach.
– Experience instructing/teaching diverse audiences.
– Experience in public speaking and providing interpretive educational programs to the public.
– Certified interpretive guide through the National Association of Interpretation.
– Experience in natural resources and outdoor recreation is preferred.
– Knowledge in resource management and best practices.
– Education based in natural/cultural resources or education.
– Experience working with partnering agencies, organizations, and institutions.
– Experience working with marketing and outreach.
– Experience instructing/teaching diverse audiences.
Minimum Qualification:
Associate’s Degree in Education or training and two (2) years office administration experience and/or lesson plan and curriculum design. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Salary or Hourly Rate
$20.56 - $30.85 Hourly / $42,773 - $64,160 Annually This position is a Pay Band C4
Start Date
End Date
Number of Positions
1
Posted
07/14/2026
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