Park Ranger/Warden Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Park Ranger/Warden includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Greeting visitors and explaining the park rules and safety regulations.
  • Patrolling the campsite and ensuring visitors are following the rules and not disrupting the natural environment or other guests.
  • Performing emergency care, such as CPR, first aid, search and rescue, and assisting with stopping or containing forest fires.
  • Performing animal care, such as reporting or caring for wounded animals, trapping or tranquilizing sick or dangerous animals, and removing animal carcasses.
  • Developing environmental educational programs for school.
  • Working in the visitors center to hand out maps and point out areas of interest or areas that are off-limits.
  • Conducting tours and educational presentations.
  • Checking and clearing trails, performing park maintenance, and preparing campsites for visitors.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Park Ranger/Warden duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Park Ranger/Warden roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.