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A park ranger is responsible for the protection and management of natural areas such as state parks, national forests, and other public lands. They are typically employed by a government agency or non-profit organization. Park rangers may take on various duties depending on the area they work in, but some common responsibilities include: • Greeting visitors and providing information about the park’s facilities, rules and regulations; • Enforcing laws related to hunting, fishing and camping; • Patrolling trails to ensure safety for hikers/bikers; • Performing maintenance tasks such as mowing lawns, cutting down trees or removing debris from trails; • Educating visitors about environmental co...

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Avg Pay: $34K
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Avg Pay: $42K
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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in History
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,316Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree in General Studies
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate of Arts (aa)
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:49 monthsAvg. Fees:$36,221Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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10.1 years
$38K
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3.74 years
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