Our Staff & Offices

Superintendent's Office

Contact: 956-541-2785 x223 or e-mail us

The superintendent of Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park is the top park official, responsible for managing and supervising all park operations and activities. In addition, the superintendent's office oversees the park's community relations and manages park partnerships with local, state, and federal groups and organizations.

Administrative Officer - Terae Cifuentes

Contact: 956-541-2785 x224 or e-mail us

Divisions within the park include administration, interpretation, facility management, resource management, and resource and visitor protection. A division chief heads each division. The Administration Division acts as the "business office" for Palo Alto. Its principal functions include human resources, purchasing, property management, budget administration, contracting, housing matters, payroll, technology support (personal computers and telephone system), and mail.

Chief of Interpretation - Daniel Ibarra

Contact: 956-541-2785 x324 or e-mail us

The Interpretation Division is responsible for information, education, and interpretive programs and services provided to park visitors. The division manages park publications, interpretive exhibits, and visitor center operations. The Interpretive Division provides a variety of visitor services including ranger-led tours, special events, living history programs, and curriculum-based education programs.

Integrated Resources Program Manager - Emily Smithey

Contact: 956-541-2785 x331 or e-mail us

The Resource Management Division provides guidance to park management on all matters related to natural and cultural resources. The division conducts or oversees studies on physical, biological, and cultural resources. The division also maintains the park's museum collection.

Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist - Guillermo Delgadillo

Contact: 956-541-2785 x338 or e-mail us
The Maintenance Division oversees the operation of maintaining all roads, trails, buildings, utilities, grounds, vehicles, and other physical facilities in the park to ensure they are safe and in good condition. The division also manages facility construction and rehabilitation projects to support Palo Alto’s operation.