A professional who coordinates activities of park rangers and other workers engaged in development, protection, and utilization of national, state, or regional park. Responsibilities include:

• Tours areas to assess development possibilities and determine maintenance needs.
• Prepares estimates of costs to plan and provide or improve fish and wildlife protection, recreation, and visitor safety.
• Selects, trains, and supervises park rangers.
• Directs workers engaged in rescue activities and fire suppression in park area.
• Investigates accidents, vandalism, theft, poaching, and other violations and presents evidence before court or designated legal authority.
• Answers letters of inquiry and addresses visitors and civic organizations to inform public of park regulations and available recreational facilities, and to point out historical, and scenic features of park.
• Prepares reports of area activities.
• May maintain records of attendance, permits issued, and monies received.