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located in Biscayne National Park, in the Interpretation Division.

Open to the first 100 applicants or until 09/28/2018 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

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Responsibilities

This position offers front-line interpretive experiences involving guided boat and trolley tours, on-site school field trip programs (primarily 4th-12th grade), in-class school presentations, nature hikes, interpretive patio talks, community activities, and weekend special events spread throughout Miami-Dade County. Incumbent will also perform roving and informal interpretation in high visitor use areas, such as park islands. trails, and picnic grounds. The position works an information desk and responds to direct and indirect visitor questions, suggestions, and constructive feedback. Candidates are involved in day to day interpretive operations at Convoy Point and work closely with fellow staff members to ensure a successful activity schedule.

Incumbent should possess a keen sense of thematic program development and be prepared for impromptu interpretive opportunities and teachable moments. Incumbent will demonstrate and practice time efficiency with programs and assignments as well as use additional skills on projects related to interpretation and education, such as using desk-top publishing, creating social media materials and conducting web page maintenance.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
5

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• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.

• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.

• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.

• You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties.

• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.

• Housing may be available.

• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

• If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.

• You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 1 - 5 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.

• Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:

EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: Park Guide or tour leader; environmental educator or teacher; law enforcement or investigative work; archeological or historical preservation research work; forestry and/or fire management work in a park, recreation, or conservation area; management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked.

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EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least four years of education above high school (120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours) leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or 24 semester hours of course work in a related field,. (Related fields of study include natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archaeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources.) . You must include transcripts.

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Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. NOTE: Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study, or 60 semester hours, beyond the second year is equivalent to l year of specialized experience. For example, I have 6 months of the specialized experience described in A above(50% of the experience requirement), and 3 years of college study from an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education) which included at least 12 semester hours of related coursework as specified in B above (50% of the related coursework required). The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include transcripts.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".

Education

To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

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As the Colorado River District (CRD) Interpreter you will be responsible for the overall management and direction of CRD's programs that provide for public education and interpretation, volunteer support, community outreach and partnerships. This position oversees the operations of the Kawuneeche Visitor Center, Holzwarth Historic District, and the CRD Backcountry Permits Office. This position reports directly to the Chief of Interpretation and Education.

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Responsibilities

• Manages a complex interpretive, education, visitor services, and community relations/outreach program using a wide variety of traditional and contemporary methods, and delivering messages regarding critical park issues to diverse audiences.

• Plans, directs, implements, coordinates and evaluates district interpretive and educational activities and operations either directly or through subordinate employees.

• Provides guidance and leadership in the decision-making process for programs, both on-site and off-site. Supervises one GS-0025-09 Park Ranger (Interpretation), one GS-0909-05 Park Guide, seasonal staff and volunteers.

• Oversees the management of the districts more than 60 volunteers, in coordination with the parks Volunteer Program Coordinator.

• Assists with the development of interpretive media including district?s visitor center exhibits, wayside exhibits, and social media and park publications.

• Establishes specific, formal, annual performance standards, work plans, deadlines and career development plans for each employee. Disciplines employees when necessary and appropriate.

• Coordinates the career development and quality of interpretive products of professional interpretive rangers, with an emphasis on the NPS Interpretive Development Program.

• Evaluates employee performance. Provides advice and counsel to subordinate employees on both a formal and informal basis on performance achievements and problems.

• Initiates recruitment efforts to fill vacant positions. Recommends appointments, promotions, and reassignments of subordinate employees, as appropriate. Support EO and Affirmative Action programs.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

Yes

Promotion Potential
11

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  0025 Park Ranger

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.

• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.

• Any individual who is currently holding, or has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet time-in-grade requirements (must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent in the Federal service). Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

• You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued driver's license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued driver's license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year, or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license.

• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.

• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

• If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.

• You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 1-2 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.

• You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level, you must possess all of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:

EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: coordinating, managing or directing interpretive programs; developing long range program plans; developing educational programs; managing interpretive staff or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked.

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EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field of study that is directly related to the work of the position, which demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to do the work of this position. Directly related fields include: natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. You must include transcripts.

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Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. For an example reference thehttps://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10312131 You must include transcripts.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".

Education

To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

ABOUT THE POSITION Benefits Supplemental Questions

This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and may close without notice.

Patrols and monitors parks, fields, and recreation facilities to enforce City rules, regulations, codes and ordinances; and resolves disputes or conflicts among park patrons.

Working Hours: Incumbents must be able to work an average of twenty-four (24) hours per week. Work schedules vary and include evening and weekend hours.

NOTE: Temporary/Part-time appointments do not qualify for City benefits, except for those required by law.

The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base earnings.

Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS maybe restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey.

There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

Part-time shifts may not exceed 999 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30).

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification.

Monitor and enforce City rules, regulations, ordinances and codes; counsel, warn, and issue notices of violation and administrative citations;

Respond to public inquiries and resolve compliance issues regarding permits at community centers, parks, and athletic facilities;

Enforce City codes and ordinances regarding unpermitted vendors and businesses at parks, prohibited use of Barbeques, tents, dogs off leash, alcohol and smoking;

Promote compliance through education while on patrol and in the field; inform patrons of City policies, procedures, and ordinances;

Provide information and assistance to the public regarding City services, programs, and special activities;

Ensure visitors abide by conditions within their Special Event Permits and on-going permits;

Closely supervise visitor activities at City parks and facilities to reduce vandalism and damage to City property; Assist in issuing citations for no parking in red zone, handicap spaces, fire hydrant blocking, and related parking violations at City facilities;

Identify maintenance issues and report work requests to appropriate party; assist in providing basic maintenance; Maintain logs of patrol activities and prepare written reports of incidents, accidents, or other occurrences;

Assist the Parks and Recreation and Police Department with enforcement of codes and ordinances during special events; provide support as requested;

May attend and testify in court or administrative hearings as necessary;

Report criminal activity and/or vandalism to the Police Department; and perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills, knowledge and abilities would be:

Age: At least 18 years of age upon appointment.

Education: High School graduate or equivalent.

College level work in Police Science or related field is desirable.

Experience: General office experience including experience in enforcement, compliance, conflict management, or security highly desirable, but not required.

Knowledge of: Regulations, codes, and ordinances as they relate to park usage; Principles and practices of sound business communication, oral and written; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; principles and practices of public relations, customer service, and conflict resolution; and elements of effective time management and organizational skills.

Ability to: Interpret and enforce City codes, policies, and procedures; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; work independently, reason and react effectively and maturely; comprehend and comply with verbal and written instructions; learn in a changing work environment; evaluate situations and determine appropriate action to be taken, and anticipate situations and problems and initiate effective strategies; communicate with a variety of people in various situations, using diplomacy, persuasion, patience, courtesy, tact, self-restraint, common sense, judgment and strategy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations; read and interpret complex documents; collect, organize and analyze a variety of information and apply results to police activities; maintain confidentiality of documents and records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; learn and operate telephone, teletype and police radio equipment.

Bilingual in Spanish or Asian languages is desirable.

License/Certificate: First aid, CPR certificate, and PC 832 training must be completed within six months of employment.

Due to the performance of field duties which will require operation of a motor vehicle, a valid California Class C Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and through employment is required.

California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program.

The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of Downey. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Physical Tasks, Abilities, and Environmental Conditions: Work is performed in an office and outdoor environments.

Office environment duties and responsibilities involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and include reaching above and below shoulder level, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work, file maintenance, and finger dexterity to operate general office equipment, including the operation of a personal computer and keyboard for prolonged or intermittent periods of time; which requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from the computer. Employee must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds.

Outdoor environment may involve exposure to loud noise levels, police radio and traffic noise; cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, non-hazardous physical substances, and fumes. Operation of a motor vehicle which involves driving for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, standing and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, standing and walking on uneven surfaces when performing duties; pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, squatting and climbing; and safely lifting and carrying object up to 50 pounds in weight.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials received online by the final filing date will be reviewed. For consideration, a completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire submitted online is required.

A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Incomplete information may be removed from consideration. All information submitted is subject to verification.

Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of an appraisal examination weighted 100%.

TESTING PROCESS

The appraisal examination may consist of performance testing and/or an oral interview to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: The names of those candidates who successfully complete the testing process (oral interview) with a score of 70% or higher will be placed on an eligibility list for consideration.

Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. Upon a conditional offer of employment, a pre-placement medical exam will be conducted and must be passed with acceptable results.

Qualifying veterans of the United States Armed Forces who receive a passing score on an entrance examination shall be ranked in the top rank of any resulting eligibility list. The veteran's preference shall also apply to a widow or widower of a veteran or a spouse of a 100 percent disabled veteran (Government Code § 18973.1).

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.

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These positions are located within a National Forest and are responsible for providing visitors with information, education and interpretive services for a national monument, historical site, etc. that is administered by the Forest Service.

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Responsibilities

The employee performs a variety of tasks that utilize established visitor management practices, processes, methods, and procedures that include the following assignments and responsibilities:

1. Develops and presents a variety of interpretive programs including orientation talks, conducted walks, and demonstrations to a variety of general public audiences or school groups.
2. Initiates or assists with development or revision of interpretive materials, such as brochures, guidebooks, handouts, and exhibits.
3. Operates a variety of audiovisual and other equipment used in connection with interpretive programs.
4. Prepares and conducts on-and-off site environmental education programs for a variety of audiences. Initiates or assists with the creation or revision of environmental education materials. Assists in conducting teacher training and orientation programs.
5. Inventories and maintains stock of environmental education materials, equipment, and supplies.
6. Provides orientation, interpretive, and regulatory information relating to site specific regulations, hunting and fishing programs, and other visitor activities.
7. Assists with maintaining working relationships with partnership organizations by attending a variety of events and functions, giving informative talks, and asking for assistance that benefits all parties involved.
8. Communicates effectively with visitors and staff by writing or through interpretive activities that aid in implementing the visitor center's outreach program.
9. Drafts a variety of written materials that include news releases, articles, correspondence, and event flyers designed to increase understanding of the Forest Service Mission, encourage attendance at or assistance with a special event, explain the practices, goals and objectives of the visitor center, and/or related issues.
10. Assists with issuing special permits for wildlife/natural resource dependent recreational activities or other appropriate and compatible special events or activities.

NOTE: As a field going position working in brown or black bear habitat, this position is required to be firearm certified for personal and/or crew safety. Executive Order 12564 requires employees designated to carry a firearm to be subject to random drug testing. This position will be subject to random drug testing and will be placed in the applicant testing pool.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• Position(s) may involve work away from the official duty location to remote worksites within commuting distance (49 miles) and may also require overnight travel and/or camping per work assignment.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable)

• Subject to a negative drug test prior to entrance on duty

• Must Carry a Firearm

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National

• Males born after 12/31/59 must be Selective Service registered or exempt

• Satisfactory background investigation and/or fingerprint check

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK: Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

Direct Deposit

• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.

E-Verify: Federal law requires agencies to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. If you are selected as a newly hired employee, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS E-VERIFY' system. Under the system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be 18 years of age.

DRUG TESTING: This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). Selectee must submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Final appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results for illegal drug use.

This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996.

The ability to obtain and maintain weapons certification is a condition of employment in this position as the incumbent will be required to carry a firearm. To maintain employment in this position the incumbent must receive a negative pre-certification drug test result, pass a minimum background investigation, pass firearm classroom training, pass the shooting proficiency test and be enrolled in the random drug testing pool while employed in this position.

Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable)

Qualifications

You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this positon. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements.

GS-05 (1) One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level.

Specialized experience is defined as: Technical, administrative, fish and wildlife management, recreation management, or other park-related work. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include, but are not limited to, the following: Park guide or tour leader. Archeological or historical preservation research work. Recreation or conservation area. Management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations. –OR

Successful completion of 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours of related course work. (Major study-natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled) -OR

A combination of education and experience listed above.

To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition {Title18, U.S.C., Section 922(g)(9)}. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is generally defined under the statute, as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent or guardian. The term "convicted," as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set-aside, or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored unless the pardon, expungement or restoration of civil rights expressly prohibits the possession of firearms or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statute are not qualified for this position. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense. False or fraudulent information proved by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment, [Title 18, U.S.C., Section 1001].

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These positions are located at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center in Juneau, Alaska and is responsible for providing visitors with information, education and interpretive services for the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area managed by the Forest Service.

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Responsibilities

The employee performs a variety of tasks that utilize established visitor management practices, processes, methods, and procedures that include the following assignments and responsibilities:

1. Develops and presents a variety of interpretive programs including orientation talks, conducted walks, and demonstrations to a variety of general public audiences or school groups.
2. Initiates or assists with development or revision of interpretive materials, such as brochures, guidebooks, handouts, and exhibits.
3. Operates a variety of audiovisual and other equipment used in connection with interpretive programs.
4. Prepares and conducts on-and-off site environmental education programs for a variety of audiences. Initiates or assists with the creation or revision of environmental education materials. Assists in conducting teacher training and orientation programs.
5. Inventories and maintains stock of environmental education materials, equipment, and supplies.
6. Provides orientation, interpretive, and regulatory information relating to site specific regulations, hunting and fishing programs, and other visitor activities.
7. Assists with maintaining working relationships with partnership organizations by attending a variety of events and functions, giving informative talks, and asking for assistance that benefits all parties involved.
8. Communicates effectively with visitors and staff by writing or through interpretive activities that aid in implementing the visitor center's outreach program.
9. Drafts a variety of written materials that include news releases, articles, correspondence, and event flyers designed to increase understanding of the Forest Service Mission, encourage attendance at or assistance with a special event, explain the practices, goals and objectives of the visitor center, and/or related issues.
10. Assists with issuing special permits for wildlife/natural resource dependent recreational activities or other appropriate and compatible special events or activities.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• Position(s) may involve work away the official duty location to remote worksites within commuting distance (49 miles) and may also require overnight travel and/or camping per work assignment.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
05

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  0025 Park Ranger

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• You must be a US Citizen or US National

• Males born after 12/31/59 must be Selective Service registered or exempt

• Satisfactory background investigation and/or fingerprint check

• Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable)

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK: Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

Direct Deposit

• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.

E-Verify: Federal law requires agencies to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. If you are selected as a newly hired employee, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS E-VERIFY' system. Under the system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

No Additional Requirements

Qualifications

You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements.

GS-05: (1) one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least a GS-04 grade level.

Specialized experience is defined as: Answering visitor inquiries, providing information on rules, regulations, and program activities, conducting interpretive talks, conservation education programs, and facility tours. Checking the usage and condition of public use areas, boat ramps, group camps, and other recreation areas for safety, fire, sanitation and maintenance reasons and maintaining the supply of educational materials and items for distribution.

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Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled. –OR

A combination of education and experience listed above.

To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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This position is located at Maze District's Visitor Center and residences are located at Hans Flat, 140 miles from Moab, UT (3 hours). The nearest town is Hanksville, UT, approximately 69 miles away (1.5 hours). Hans Flat is situated 46 miles from the nearest pavement. The rough dirt road to Hans Flat can become completely impassable during storms, including wind storms. It is often impassable to 2 wheel drive vehicles, and can occasionally be closed to all vehicles.

Housing is available.

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Responsibilities

• Ensures that tasks associated with the operation of a remote information center are completed.

• Researches scientific, and/or historical sources to develop information and educational programs. Develops and presents informal and formal interpretive guided hikes (up to 5 hours over strenuous terrain) and environmental education programs.

• Manages the computerized backcountry reservation permit system and issues backcountry use permits in accordance with park's management plan.

• Incumbent will research, write and prepare material for brochures, bulletin boards and other informational material.

• Serves as a member of all-risk operations teams performing search and rescue or first response medical service within the scope of certification.

• Performs inventory, accounting and remittances for a cooperating association sales outlet and for the Backcountry Permits operation

• Provides training and guidance to volunteers in Visitor Center operations, interpretive activities and backcountry patrols where after initial training all work is performed independently.

• Manages the district volunteer program including recruiting, hiring and supervision of volunteers in accomplishing interpretive activities and resource protection

• Oversees the fee collection program within the district, ensures the accountability for and security of receipts and deposits.

• Reponsible for monitoring and reporting the condition of park resources though multi-day backcountry patrols on foot and four-wheel drive vehicle.

• Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.

• Additional area information or duties of the position contact Cynthia Beyer at 435-259-2652 or cynthia_beyer@nps.gov

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 6 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
9

• Job family (Series)
  0025 Park Ranger

• Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.

• Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.

• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required

• Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.

• Any individual who is currently holding, or has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet time-in-grade requirements (must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent in the Federal service).

• You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued driver's license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued driver's license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year, or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license.

• You will be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle.

• You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.

• You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

• If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the GS-7 level you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:

EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as:environmental educator or teacher; law enforcement or investigative work; archeological or historical preservation research work; forestry and/or fire management work in a park, recreation, or conservation area; management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked.

• OR-

EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least one full year of graduate study in one of the following fields: natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. (One year of graduate education is 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours). You must include transcripts.

• OR-

Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. To combine education and experience, first take 6 months of the specialized experience described in above (50% of the experience requirement), and one-half year (9 semester hours or 14 quarter hours) of directly-related graduate level college study in an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education). Then take the number of months of full time experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include transcripts.

• OR-

Meet the criteria for Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A.) as evidenced by one of the three following methods: I am in the upper third of my graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR I have a GPA 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum, or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in my major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; OR I am a member in one of the national scholastic honor societies.

To qualify for this position at the GS-9 level you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:

EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as:environmental educator or teacher; law enforcement or investigative work; archeological or historical preservation research work; forestry and/or fire management work in a park, recreation, or conservation area; management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked.

• OR-

EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate study, or a masters or equivalent graduate degree in one of the following fields: natural resource management, natural sciences, marine biology/sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, wetlands ecology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. (Two years of graduate education is 36 semester hours or 54 quarter hours). You must include transcripts.

• OR-

Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. To combine education and experience, first take 6 months of the specialized experience described in above (50% of the experience requirement), and (27 semester hours or 41 quarter hours) of directly-related graduate level college study in an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education). Then take the number of months of full time experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include transcripts.

You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".

Education

To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Duties

Summary

This position is located within the Colville National Forest. This position is responsible for providing visitors with information, education and interpretive services for a national monument, historical site, etc. that is administered by the Forest Service.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include visitor management practices, processes, methods, and procedures that include the following:

1. Informs the public of Forest Service recreation rules and regulations, traffic control, accident prevention, campground and picnic area operations, visitor information services, and miscellaneous recreation program activities.
2. Develops and conducts scheduled interpretive talks, conservation education programs for youth and special tour programs of Forest Service land and water areas. Defines the significance of the site and its background. Answers recurring questions that require knowledge of a limited variety of facts, events, circumstances, personalities, and natural characteristics identified with the site.
3. Checks the usage and condition of public use areas, boat ramps, group camps, and other recreation areas for safety, fire, sanitation and maintenance reasons.
4. Assists with the visitor center’s program operations by either working at the information desk or at the entrance station by dealing with such issues pertaining to picnic facilities, campgrounds, visitor control, and fee collection.
5. Answers routine visitors’ inquiries that range from where the locations of historical monuments are to when tours are scheduled. Complicated situations are usually referred to a higher-graded employee for resolution.
6. Assists higher-graded Park Rangers with planning improvements of visitor center facilities or conducting interpretive programs.
7. Maintains supply of informational materials and other stock items for distribution. Distributes publications requested in telephone and mail inquiries. Collects fees and book sale monies.
8. Performs routine daily opening and closing procedures and assists with general office tasks.
9. Operates and performs minor maintenance on audiovisual equipment.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• Position(s) may involve work away the official duty location to remote worksites within commuting distance (49 miles) and may also require overnight travel and/or camping per work assignment.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

04

Job family (Series)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
Males born after 12/31/59 must be Selective Service registered or exempt
Satisfactory background investigation and/or fingerprint check

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK: Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.
Direct Deposit

• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing.
  E-Verify: Federal law requires agencies to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. If you are selected as a newly hired employee, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS E-VERIFY' system. Under the system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

No Additional Requirements

Qualifications

You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements.
GS-04; (6) six months of general experience and (6) six months of specialized experience.
General Experience is defined as: Administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work that provided a familiarity with natural or cultural history; fish or wildlife habitat characteristics; techniques of resource protection and use; recreational use of public lands and facilities; enforcement of laws, rules, or regulations; fire prevention techniques and fire suppression methods; or the practice of interpersonal relations skills in dealing with the general public.

Specialized experience is defined as: Answering visitor inquiries; providing information on natural, historical, or cultural program or facility rules, regulations, and activities; checking the usage and condition of public use areas, boat ramps, group camps, and other recreation areas for safety, fire, sanitation and maintenance reasons; and maintaining the supply of educational materials and items for distribution.-OR

Successful completion of 2 years above high school with 12 semester hours of related course work. Major study - natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources. Course work in fields other than those specified may be accepted if it clearly provides applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance in the position to be filled.

• OR
  A combination of education and experience listed above.
  To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement.
  Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Additional information

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is being used to fill positions for FY2019 Temporary Employment Hiring season.
This position is temporary, has a Not-to-Exceed date and will be filled for up to 6 months or as a not to exceed (NTE) 1 year, however an extension of the appointment may be possible without further competition. The appointment may also end early due to lack of work or lack of funds.
The number and location of positions to be filled will be dependent upon individual unit needs.
Pay rates vary depending on location and may be higher or lower than the amount shown. Please visit the for additional information on pay rates.
The USDA Forest Service has legislative authority to recruit and fill Permanent (Career/Career-Conditional), Temporary, and Term Appointments under the USDA Demonstration Project. Under this authority, any U.S. citizen may apply.
: To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must meet the agencys definition for a quality candidate as provided in the How You Will Be Evaluated section of this announcement to be considered.
If you are retired from the Federal Government and are selected for this vacancy, your retirement annuity may be offset from your pay.
This position is not eligible for telework.
Availability of government housing and federal day care facilities will vary by location.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated in accordance with the category rating procedure as defined in the USDA Demonstration Project Plan. Applicants who meet the basic minimum qualification requirements established for the position will be placed in the Eligible category.

Eligible applicants will be further evaluated against criteria for placement in the Quality category. This evaluation is based on the level of your experience, education, and/or training as determined by your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire. Applicants with veterans' preference are listed ahead of applicants who do not have veterans' preference within each category.

Note: If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating may be lowered to more accurately reflect the submitted documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Providing inaccurate information on Federal documents could be grounds for non-selection or disciplinary action up to including removal from the Federal service.
Clicking the link below will present a preview of the application form; i.e. the online questionnaire. The application form link below will only provide a preview and does not initiate the application process. To initiate the online application process, click the "Apply Online" button to the right.
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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Drug test required

No

Required Documents

The following documents are required for your applicant package to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in the mail service, your system failure, etc.

Encrypted documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.

Resume that includes: 1) personal information such as name, address, contact information; 2) education; 3) detailed work experience related to this position as described in the major duties including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment; title, series, grade (if applicable); 4) supervisor's phone number and whether or not the supervisor may be contacted for a reference check; 5) other qualifications.
If education is required or you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts. An unofficial copy is sufficient with the application; however, if you are selected, you will be required to submit official transcripts prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully obtained from an accredited school, college or university. If any education was completed at a foreign institute, you must submit with your application evidence that the institute was appropriately accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as equivalent to U.S. education standards. There are that specialize in this evaluation and a fee is normally associated with this service. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.
If claiming, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.
If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this preference as listed on the SF-15 Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference. The SF-15 should be included but is not required. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.
Surplus or displaced employees eligible for CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP priority must provide: proof of eligibility (RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for declining a transfer of function or directed reassignment to another commuting area, notice of disability annuity termination), SF-50 documenting separation (as applicable), and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with your application per 5 CFR 330.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

This job originated on . For the full announcement and to apply, visit . Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.

Position Information Benefits Supplemental Questions

GOLF COURSE GROUNDS KEEPER

Salary: $3,442/month (BC-03)

Position works six (6) days a week (including weekends and holidays) and may start as early as 4:00 a.m., depending on work location. Position duties include, but are not limited to, utilizing various equipment, such as riding mowers, sod cutting machines, verti-cutting machine, core harvester, etc, to maintain the golf course turf by cutting, aerifying, seeding, weeding and fertilizing golfing areas; grading and preparing the base course; cutting and laying sod; cutting cups for pin placement; relocating tee markers; maintaining sand trap; watering and trimming shrubbery; performing custodial services for the clubhouse and comfort stations; assisting in repair and replacement of sprinklers; operating pick-up truck to haul rubbish and pick up supplies.

GOLF CART ATTENDANT (TEMPORARY, PART-TIME)

Salary: $19.32/hour (BC-02)

Work schedules vary, but all work between 5:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., including weekends and holidays. Position duties include, but are not limited to, picking up and returning golf carts to the cart barns; inspecting for damages; filling gasoline tank and/or attaches/detaches electrical charging unit; removing litter, sweeping floor boards, and washing and wiping down the exterior and interior; verifying payment receipt, assigning carts, and completing agreement form with patrons; performing light custodial and grounds keeping duties when necessary; and performing other related duties.

There is currently one (1) vacancy at West Loch Golf Course and one (1) vacancy at the Pali Golf Course with the Department of Enterprise Services. Also, there may be one (1) anticipated temporary, part-time Golf Cart Attendant vacancy. This list may be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions in the City and County of Honolulu.

Additional Job Information:At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

• Vacancies will be filled depending on the availability of funds.*

1. Only ONLINE applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted online by September 25, 2018, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
2. Paper applications will NOT be accepted.
3. Current list will be valid for 6 months.
4. Before being hired, the person selected may be required to:

• Pass Employment Suitability

• Pass a Reading Skills Test

• Pass a City medical examination, which may include a drug test

Important Notice:

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Minimum Qualification Requirements:
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Golf Course Grounds Keeper: Some experience and/or training in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas.

Desired experience: Experience maintaining golf courses.

Golf Cart Attendant: None.

Desired experience: Experience in customer service.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:

Possession of an appropriate valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3) prior to appointment.

Examination Process:Any false information may lead to being disqualified for these jobs and being barred from applying for future employment with the City and County of Honolulu. All information is subject to verification. Do NOT submit a copy of your resume or position description in lieu of providing detailed and complete information on your application form.

This labor registration list for Golf Course Grounds Keeper and Golf Cart Attendant will be valid for 6 months and may be used to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the City and County of Honolulu.

Duties

Summary

located in Biscayne National Park, in the Interpretation Division.

Open to the first 100 applicants or until 09/28/2018 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Responsibilities

This position offers front-line interpretive experiences involving guided boat and trolley tours, on-site school field trip programs (primarily 4th-12th grade), in-class school presentations, nature hikes, interpretive patio talks, community activities, and weekend special events spread throughout Miami-Dade County. Incumbent will also perform roving and informal interpretation in high visitor use areas, such as park islands. trails, and picnic grounds.

The position works an information desk and responds to direct and indirect visitor questions, suggestions, and constructive feedback. Candidates are involved in day to day interpretive operations at Convoy Point and work closely with fellow staff members to ensure a successful activity schedule.

Incumbent should possess a keen sense of thematic program development and be prepared for impromptu interpretive opportunities and teachable moments. Incumbent will demonstrate and practice time efficiency with programs and assignments as well as use additional skills on projects related to interpretation and education, such as using desk-top publishing, creating social media materials and conducting web page maintenance.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

5

Job family (Series)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship required.
Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males.
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties.
You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
Housing may be available.
You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.
If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 1 - 5 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:

EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as:

Park Guide or tour leader; environmental educator or teacher; law enforcement or investigative work; archeological or historical preservation research work; forestry and/or fire management work in a park, recreation, or conservation area; management, assistant, or program specialist work involving the development and implementation of policy related to protection, conservation, or management of park areas or similar operations; or other similar work. You must include hours per week worked.

• OR-
  EDUCATION: Successful completion of at least four years of education above high school (120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours) leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or 24 semester hours of course work in a related field,. (Related fields of study include natural resource management, natural sciences, earth sciences, history, archaeology, anthropology, park and recreation management, law enforcement/police science, social sciences, museum sciences, business administration, public administration, behavioral sciences, sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources.) . You must include transcripts.

• OR-
  Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. NOTE: Only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study, or 60 semester hours, beyond the second year is equivalent to l year of specialized experience. For example, I have 6 months of the specialized experience described in A above(50% of the experience requirement), and 3 years of college study from an accredited institution (50% of the qualifying education) which included at least 12 semester hours of related coursework as specified in B above (50% of the related coursework required). The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. You must include transcripts.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week.

Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".

Education

To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.

If you are using to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Additional information

This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.

Physical Demands: The work of the Ranger is indoor and outdoor work; almost all Ranger positions have some outdoor work, to a greater or lesser degree.

Interpretive work is usually not strenuous, but the Ranger is required to stand and walk extensively, in some cases over rough surfaces or inclines, sometimes carrying backpacks, tools, rescue equipment, or other loads. Rangers engaged in fire fighting, search and rescue, and similar activities are involved in strenuous activities, often lifting or carrying equipment weighing more than 50 pounds, over long distances. Rangers who participate in all-risk operations are required to meet fitness requirements on a continuing basis.

Working Conditions: The Ranger's interpretive presentations are given sometimes indoors in visitor center's or outside the park in school classrooms or community centers, and often outdoors at campgrounds or on trails, some of which are level and some of which are steep and slippery.

The Ranger is subjected to bad weather, insects, and other discomforts and, in some cases, hazards of rough terrain. During emergency and all risk operations, the work is performed at various hours of the day and night and for prolonged periods of time without rest. Rangers engaged in all-risk operations are frequently exposed to high risk and potentially dangerous situations which require a range of safety and other precautions.

The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

The employees of the National Park Service care for special places that are the heritage of all Americans. Since its inception in 1916, the National Park Service has been dedicated to the preservation and management of this country's outstanding natural, historical, and recreational resources.

Park ranger - interpreters connect people to parks. They play a key role in ensuring that visitors have a meaningful, satisfying, and safe park experience, help visitors decide how to spend their time in the park, and inform them about the wonders that await their discovery. Park ranger - interpreters are specially trained to engage the public so that each park visitor can find a personal connection with the meanings and values found in the places and stories of that park.

They help visitors explore the many dimensions of parks by introducing them to a variety of perspectives. By providing the opportunity for visitors to care about the places they visit, they promote stewardship and the opportunity for those visitors to care for park resources. National parks are among the most remarkable places in America for recreation, learning, and inspiration. The work done by park ranger-interpreters through effective interpretive and educational programs encourages the development of a personal stewardship ethic and broadens public support for preserving and protecting park resources, so that they may be enjoyed by present and future generations.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Click the following link for more information, .

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions may affect your rating.

Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position
Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job
Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job. You will be evaluated on the following competencies:

Customer Service
Interpersonal Skills
Interpretation
Oral Communication
Technology Application
Writing

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Drug test required

No

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/28/2018:

Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and, indicate hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
A complete Occupational Questionnaire
Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
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If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the . If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the .
If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or, you must submit all additional proof required by the, and if applicable, a completed . You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from or call to establish proof of disability.
Documentation that you meet Selective Factors.
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
Documentation for consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 85 on the rating criteria for this position. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc.

Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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