Social Scientist

National Park Service • Fort Collins, CO

446d • $96,684 - $125,685

About The Position

The Social Scientist position at the National Park Service in Fort Collins, CO, focuses on supporting the agency through the analysis, implementation, performance, and reporting of socioeconomic monitoring efforts. The role requires expertise in visitor use and social science research, project management, and technical writing, aimed at enhancing the understanding of socioeconomic data related to recreation and protected areas.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least one year of specialized experience comparable to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service, including analytic capabilities with visitor survey data and leadership in socioeconomic monitoring.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a diversity of social science methods for analyzing and reporting socioeconomic data.
• Proficiency in database management systems and project management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert in visitor use and social science research and monitoring.
• Manage projects for socioeconomic monitoring protocol development and analyses.
• Conduct technical writing, reporting, and documentation of socioeconomic data results.
• Collaborate with recreation, leisure, protected area, and visitor use programs regarding data collection policies and requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed