High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in a life science (EX: biology, forestry, wildlife management)

• Generally work 40 hours a week.

May work overtime during busy seasons.

May work shifts, especially when they work for parks that offer camping. These sites usually offer evening programs.

May work seasonal jobs when new to the profession.

PARK NATURALISTS will:

Develop a variety of educational programs

Study the animals and plants in parks

Often work outdoors

May wear a uniform

PARK NATURALISTS frequently:

Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Sit for long periods of time when doing administrative duties.

It is important that PARK NATURALISTS be able to:

Speak clearly so listeners can understand.

Understand the speech of another person.

See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.

See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.