Our Staff & Offices

Superintendent

The superintendent of Fort Scott National Historic Site is the top park official, responsible for managing and supervising all park operations and activities.

Park Programs

Each of the following programs has a Program Manager, supervisory rangers, and permanent and seasonal staff.

 

Administration Program

This is the "business office" for Fort Scott National Historic Site. Its principle functions include human resources, purchasing, property management, budget administration, contracting, payroll, technology support (computers, networks, park radios, telephone systems) and mail.

 

Facility Management Program

This division maintains all roads, trails, buildings, utilities, grounds, vehicles, and other physical facilities in the park to assure their safe use and historicall preserved. They also manage construction and rehabilitation projects to support Fort Scott's operation.

 

Interpretation, Education, and Resource Stewardship Program

The Interpretation and Education program provides information/education programs and services to park visitors and neighbors. The program manages park publications, interpretive exhibits, visitor center operations, and the park's year-round visitor information office. Interpretive park rangers offer a variety of ranger-led programs to the public. A curriculum-based education program reaches hundreds of students annually. Fort Scott supports a robust volunteer program. This division also maintains an extensive museum collection.

The Resource Stewardship program provides scientific guidance to park management on all matters relates to natural and cultural resources. The program conducts or oversees studies on physical, biological and cultural resources, and oversees fire management.