- Position Title
- Student Trainee (Park Ranger - Interpretation)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1543-FOSC-19-10379866-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 4, 2019 to Monday, February 11, 2019
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you currently a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is enrolled at least half-time in an accredited high school, college, professional, technical, vocational, or trade school pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate?
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. Note: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. Note: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Student Trainee (Park Ranger - Interpretation) - GS-0099-05
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Student Trainee (Park Ranger - Interpretation) work at the GS-05 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Thank you for your interest in the Pathways Non-Developmental Internship opportunity for a Student Trainee (Park Ranger - Interpretation) GS-0025-05 position at Fort Scott National Historic Site. YOU MUST BE A CURRENT STUDENT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Your responses to this questionnaire in conjunction with other portions of your completed application will be evaluated to determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. If your responses to this questionnaire are not supported with the information contained in your resume and other supplemental material, you may be considered not qualified or not eligible for the position. Items left blank will not receive credit and your overall rating will be negatively affected.
2.
Please select the response below which most closely corresponds to your student status. You MUST provide official documents from your school to verify your responses. You should obtain a letter from your academic advisor, counselor or admissions office on school letterhead which will verify your status and attach to your resume. We also highly recommend that you provide a copy of your most recent transcripts which will assist us in verifying your eligibility and qualifications.
You MUST provide copies of your transcripts OR other documents with your application for employment as proof that you are currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution as a degree or certificate seeking student. If your transcripts show your past academic record as well as coursework that you are currently or will be enrolled in, then your transcripts are all that is needed. However, if your transcripts do not show this information, then you should also provide a copy of your receipt for enrollment, a class listing showing your current or future enrollment, clearinghouse enrollment verification, or other document which provides the number of semester/quarter hours in which you are currently enrolled. Transcripts do not need to be official at this point in time. If you are selected, we will request your official transcripts.
3.
I understand that documentation is required from me at this time to support my claim that I am eligible for a Pathways appointment. Without this documentation, I will not be considered for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Present informational talks, guided tours, briefings, and/or lectures to various audiences to inform or educate.
5.
Respond verbally to customers' inquiries for information, direction, and/or guidance.
6.
Initiate verbal communication with customers in a variety of settings to inform, educate, and/or guide.
7.
Promote an organization's programs and services to encourage public interest.
8.
Negotiate with individuals or organizations to resolve conflicts, disputes, or grievances.
9.
Respond in writing to visitors' inquiries for information, direction, and/or guidance
10.
Write letters, reports, program/presentation outlines, or other documents for information purposes.
11.
Draft bulletins, brochures, or articles for eventual publication.
12.
Research scientific, technical, and/or historical sources to develop information and educational programs.
13.
Translate scientific, technical, and/or historical information into understandable concepts for diverse audiences.
14.
Provide information to the public about cultural, historical or natural science oriented topics to answer questions, stimulate their interest and appreciation.
15.
Utilize a variety of interpretive techniques (such as metaphors, storytelling, analogies) to deliver information to diverse audiences.
16.
Develop or upgrade interpretive products (such as exhibit text, trail guide, web cast), for natural, historical, or cultural programs, publications, or exhibits.
17.
Utilize interpretive principles (such as tangible resources, intangible resources, universal concepts) to facilitate intellectual and/or emotional connections between audiences' interests and their surroundings.
18.
Develop interpretive programs (such as activities, short talks, presentations) using interpretive techniques, products and principles.
19.
Assess visitor needs to provide appropriate level of information or assistance.
20.
Provide direction to, information on, and orientation regarding services or activities of interest to the public.
21.
Serve as a front-line representative of an organization to greet visitors and answer questions.
22.
Direct visitors with problems, questions, or complaints to the appropriate person.
23.
Educate visitors regarding rules, regulations, and safety concerns to gain compliance.
24.
Perform opening and closing procedures for an information center or place of business according to established procedures.
25.
Fill out daily reports to account for sales.
26.
Operate cash register or credit card machines to accomplish work in business operations.
27.
Maintain inventory, stock, and accountable property.
28.
Collect cash or other payments in high volume sales operation (such as a busy entrance station, sales outlet, or visitor contact station).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
29.
I have included month/year to month/year and hours per week worked for every work and/or volunteer experience on my resume.
a. Yes
b. No
a. Yes
b. No