- Position Title
- Park Ranger (Protection)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NS-1611-GATE-21-10935161-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, October 8, 2020 to Friday, October 16, 2020
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Select the specialties you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one specialty.
4.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Work Schedule Preference
1.
You may choose multiple options:
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
Assessment 1
BASIC EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger (Protection) GS-0025-05
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Park Ranger (Protection), GS-0025-05 position. 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 requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Park Ranger (Protection) GS-0025-07
2.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Park Ranger (Protection), GS-0025-07 position. 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 requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
3.
In addition to the requirements in the question 1 above, selectees must possess or be able to obtain a National Park Service, Level I or Level II, Law Enforcement Commission by entrance on duty date, which requires successful completion of an approved Law Enforcement Training Program. Please select the response below that best describes your qualifications in this area. If you do not meet the requirements of this selective factor, you will be rated ineligible for these positions. Applicants must document how they meet this requirement, as indicated below, to be considered qualified for this position.
4.
This position has a mandatory requirement that applicants for this position must be at least 21 years of age. Please select one response that best describes how you meet this requirement.
5.
Certified Emergency Medical Technician by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization.
Note: Glacier National Park requires PR (P) to be Emergency Medical Responder, First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician certified. Applicants who lack this required certification will not be referred.
Note: Glacier National Park requires PR (P) to be Emergency Medical Responder, First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician certified. Applicants who lack this required certification will not be referred.
6.
Certified Emergency Medical Responder or First Responder by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization.
Note: Glacier National Park requires PR (P) to be Emergency Medical Responder, First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician certified. Applicants who lack this required certification will not be referred.
Note: Glacier National Park requires PR (P) to be Emergency Medical Responder, First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician certified. Applicants who lack this required certification will not be referred.
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Criminal Law - knowledge of state and federal criminal laws, including procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to admissibility of evidence and prosecution.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Enforce resource protection laws and regulations to ensure resources are protected and violations are minimized.
8.
Gain and maintain a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures.
9.
Gather evidence at crime and accident scenes to resolve potential violations.
10.
Perform road patrols and traffic enforcement to interact with visitors to determine compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
11.
Provide specific or complex information in various ways to inform others about park policies or regulations, controversial or sensitive topics, etc.
12.
Knowledge of the 4th Amendment.
Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of intelligence operations; public safety and security operations; occupational health and safety; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, and property.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Search persons to determine possession of contraband or illegal property.
14.
Use and maintain defensive equipment (e.g., Taser, pepper spray, batons) ensuring proper functioning while performing law enforcement duties.
15.
Perform crowd/traffic control in adversarial, contentious, or otherwise sensitive situations.
16.
Intervene in violent confrontations between difficult or distressed individuals to prevent, diffuse, or resolve the conflict.
17.
Interrogate suspects to obtain information about an event or incident.
18.
Communicate over the radio and conduct traffic stops in a fluent manner.
Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Resolve conflicts or disputes of a non-violent nature to protect public safety and security.
20.
Interview witnesses to obtain information about an event or incident.
21.
Verify facts to determine events, causes, and those involved in situation.
22.
Communicate with injured or sick persons to provide appropriate emergency medical care.
23.
Perform hasty/extended searches to quickly locate missing persons.
Writing - recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
24.
Complete forms, documents, or routine reports (e.g., search and rescue reports, wildland fire reports, daily patrol logs, etc.).
25.
Issue written warnings and/or citations to stop violative behavior and resolve the situation.
26.
Use computer and related software to perform law enforcement related tasks (e.g., email, internet search, word processing to document findings, required online training, etc).
27.
Document evidence gathered at crime and accident scenes to ensure an organized investigation.
28.
Write case incident reports to describe or document violation of law, events, or resource conditions.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
29.
I certify that the locations I've selected for this job opportunity are the correct locations, and that I am able and willing to perform seasonal work at any of the locations I have selected.