The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) is committed to fostering a workplace of excellence to achieve our mission to protect and enhance national parks. Our Core Values of Commitment, Inclusion, Integrity and Respect promote a diverse, ethical and innovative culture and make NPCA an effective organization and a great place to work.

Commitment We are passionate about NPCA and dedicated to our work and mission. We seek to do our jobs effectively by taking opportunities for professional and personal development and encouraging reasonable risk-taking and innovation.

Inclusion We value diversity of thought, background, experience and opinion. We create a culture of empowerment by welcoming and encouraging meaningful participation from all people and by promoting an environment that embraces different perspectives.

Integrity We hold ourselves accountable to each other, our members and partners, and our mission. We evaluate the impact of our work and strive for honesty and transparency across the organization. We operate ethically in the organization’s best interests.

Respect We collaborate in results-oriented teams based on trust and consideration for each other. We promote harmony between our work and our personal lives. We foster a healthy and positive workplace culture and work collaboratively with external partners.

In addition to promoting these core values among its staff, NPCA is dedicated to improving our organizational practices to minimize environmental harm, promote energy efficiency and advance sustainable practices. An internal team of staff across all levels of the organization works to review the organization’s environmental and social responsibility, ensuring our actions align with the very values and resources we advocate for. Through its commitment, NPCA’s Green Team has reduced the organization’s carbon footprint and improved staff policies for purchasing and event management.

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    Why Draining Mojave’s Aquifer is a Really Bad Idea

    Feb 2026 | By Chance Wilcox

    Pulling water from the Mojave Desert would damage prized national parkland and deepen water insecurity for communities. Here are frequently asked questions about the latest attempt by Cadiz Inc. to…

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    Which Presidents Have Created the Most National Monuments?

    Feb 2026 | By Angela Gonzales, Linda Coutant

    Presidents from both political parties have used the Antiquities Act to preserve the landscapes and historic places that help tell America's story. Some of these stories are now being threatened…

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    Inside the FY26 National Park Service Budget

    Feb 2026 | By John Garder

    In January, park advocates across the country celebrated the passage of the fiscal year 2026 funding bill that includes the National Park Service budget. But what does this hard-won funding…