Work With Us

2023 intern Jaiden Garcia leads a nature walk with visitors

NPS

Be a part of the National Park Service Team

Great Sand Dunes offers opportunities for internships, seasonal and permanent employment. It takes a workforce with a myriad of skills and backgrounds to fulfill our mission.

There are many branches of our workforce that include work related to:

• Fees and Administatrative specialists
• Visitor and Resource Protection Law Enforcement Rangers
• Visitor Services and Education Rangers
• Science, Cultural, and Natural Resources Technicians and Specialists
• Custodial and Facilities Maintenance

 

Current Job Opportunities

Current Job Openings for Great Sand Dunes on USA Jobs (Note some jobs listed here may be listings for multiple locations including Great Sand Dunes)

 

Internal to Agency Job Opportunities

These are announcements for current career and career conditional National Park Service (NPS) employees, Career Transition eligibles (CTAP), Current or former time-limited employees eligible under Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) and those who are eligible under the hiring paths listed above. Refer to Required Documents section for more information.

Adminstrative Officer

Open Period 9/23/2026 to 10/21/2026
Grade GS-0341-12

Job Summary
The Administrative Officer serves as a key member of the park management team, providing expert guidance and oversight for a broad range of administrative and business operations, including budget and financial management, property, contracting, housing, information technology, communications, and human resources. The position analyzes and supports park-wide planning, policies, programs, internal controls, and operational goals while ensuring responsible stewardship of park funds and resources. The incumbent also supervises a small staff and works closely with park leadership to deliver efficient administrative services that support the park's mission and daily operations.

 

Commercial Use Authorizations

CUAs are needed to conduct business in the park and preserve, including commercially-guided activities, concessions, etc.

You'll find information and required forms on our Permits page.