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Position Title: Park Ranger
Agency: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Announcement Number: SWHB1973657858PR Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, December 19, 2019 to Monday, January 6, 2020

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1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Pathways Recent Graduate

Are you a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply).

If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.

For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a recent graduate who will complete within the next 3 months, a qualifying associate's, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply).

If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.

For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in the Park Ranger position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.

1. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Park Ranger at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.

A. I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service which includes: 1) providing information to park visitors pertaining to park rules, camp grounds, recreation areas, cultural/historical sites, fish/wildlife habitats, or fire safety; OR 2) patrolling recreational areas for safety violations or hazards.

B. I have successfully completed a full four-year course of study leading to a bachelor?s degree with twenty-four semester hours of related course work in 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. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

C. I have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have some education as described in B, but less than the required four years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of education by 120. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

D. I have the experience as described in A AND the education described in B. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)

E. My experience and/or education is not reflected in any of the statements below.

2. Select the option below that best describes the degree major you hold from an accredited college or university.

A. No declared major.

B. Any major not listed below.

C. Business Administration, Public Administration, Behavioral Sciences, Sociology, or other closely related subjects pertinent to the management and protection of natural and cultural resources.

D. Parks & Recreation Management

E. Natural Resources Management, Museum Sciences, or Natural Sciences

3. Select the statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform teamwork.

A. Experience not described below.

B. Participated in social activities with other members.

C. 4H, Scouting, or other group activity.

D. Member of a sports team, academic team, extracurricular activity at school.

E. Participated on a project with other team members for a class or work project.

For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.

4. Advises park visitors on regulations and activities such as camping areas, boat ramps, swimming, fishing, hunting, other water type recreation, day use areas, etc.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

C. I have a fair amount of experience and a fair amount of demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity satisfactorily but could benefit from additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform this activity more effectively.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

E. I have extensive experience and extensive demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I am considered an expert; I am able to train or assist others; and my work is typically not reviewed by a supervisor. I have received verbal and/or written recognition from others in carrying out this activity.

5. Conducts interpretive programs on topics such as environmental education, water safety, orientation, conducted walks, etc.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

6. Determines boundary line locations to monitor for unauthorized activities on project lands and waters.

A. I do not have experience or demonstrated capability in performing this activity, but I am willing to learn.

B. I have limited experience in performing this activity. I have had exposure to this activity but would require additional guidance, instruction, or experience to perform it at a satisfactory level.

D. I have considerable experience and considerable demonstrated capability in performing this activity. I can perform this activity independently and effectively.

7. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.

A. Yes, I verify that all of my responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do not support one or more of my responses to the questionnaire that my application may be rated lower and/or I may be removed from further consideration.

B. No. I do not accept this agreement and/or I no longer wish to be considered for this position.

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