Darian Qureshi

College professor and International development professional

LocationTucsonUnited States
Current rolePark GuideNational Park Service (NPS), Coronado National Memorial · since Mar 2023
Government service4yrsNational Park Service (NPS)

About

Demonstrated history of teaching college and working in international development with USAID, State Department, United Nations, World Bank, OAS, Catholic Relief Service, and International Rescue Committee. Skilled in English, Spanish, Social Media, Public Speaking, Political Analysis, Writing, and Customer Service. Strong research professional, particularly in areas of agriculture and economic development, trade, and politics. Graduated from University of Arizona College of Law (J.D.), Georgetown University (MSFS in International Affairs), Bowling Green State University (MA in Philosophy), and University of Arizona (BA cum laude in Political Science and Philosophy, minor in Spanish). Former sea turtle herder.

Roles

Mar 2023–Present
Current role

Park Guide

National Park Service (NPS), Coronado National Memorial

Arizona

Education and Training

  • Give visitors in-person and virtual interpretive presentations and tours of park’s historical and natural sites, including the Coronado Expedition of 1540 and the Sky Islands. Answer questions. 

  • Host delegates from sister parks in Mexico, drive visitors in shuttle to park sites and hikes. 

  • Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently, reconcile shop’s financial records.