Park Naturalists
On the Job
Park Naturalists educate the public about parks. They prepare and present information to audiences to explain features of parks. They may provide park tours. They may also work in visitors' centers to answer questions.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Develop educational programs.
- Provide technical information or assistance to public.
- Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
- Conduct historical research.
- Plan special events.
- Document events or evidence, using photographic or audiovisual equipment.
- Measure environmental characteristics.
- Compile geographic or related data.
Typical Working Conditions
- Having face-to-face discussions.
- Dealing with external customers.
- Working outdoors exposed to weather.
- Frequent decision-making.
- The freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals.
- Working in very hot or cold temperatures.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Responsibility for others' health and safety.
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