Our Staff & Offices

Superintendent

The superintendent of Valles Caldera National Preserve is the top park official, responsible for managing and supervising all park operations and activities. To reach the superintendent's office, please email us.

 

Divisions

Each of the following divisions has a Division Chief, supervisory rangers, and permanent and seasonal staff.

Administration

This is the "business office" for Valles Caldera National Preserve. Its principal functions include human resources, purchasing, property management, budget administration, contracting, payroll, technology support (computers, networks, park radios, telephone systems) and mail.

Facility Management

This division maintains all roads, trails, buildings, utilities, grounds, vehicles, and other physical facilities in the park to assure their safe use. Facility managers take care of all housing matters. They also manage construction and rehabilitation projects to support Valles Caldera's operation.

Interpretation & Education

This division provides information/education programs and services to park visitors and neighbors. The division manages park publications, interpretive exhibits, visitor center operations, and the preserve's year-round visitor contact station. Interpretive park rangers offer a variety of ranger-led programs to the public. A curriculum-based education program reaches many students annually.

Science & Resource Stewardship

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

Visitor & Resource Protection

This division is responsible for law enforcement, emergency medical services, search and rescue, and all Special Use Permits for events and special park uses. Visitor Resource Protection staff manage fees and concessionaires and private businesses operating in the preserve. The division also oversees security of park facilities, buildings and park-owned offices.

 

For information about Valles Caldera National Preserve please call 505-670-1612 or send your question(s) via email.

If you are searching for a particular park employee, visit the NPS Directory.