- Position Title
- Historian
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NC-1616-MANA-21-11193689-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, September 9, 2021 to Thursday, September 23, 2021
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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.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Historian position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Basic Education requirements
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic education requirements for a Historian, GS-0170-05. If you leave this question blank, you will be rated ineligible for the position. You must submit your transcripts.
Minimum Qualification Requirements-GS-0170-05
Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Provide technical advice and consultation for resource management guidance in the discipline of history to Resource Management Staff.
3.
Provide preservation and facility operations employees with basic technical guidance and support for historic preservation undertakings and undertakings that impact cultural resources.
4.
Basic competency with modeling and design software (i.e. AutoCAD, Sketch-up, etc…) for historic preservation project planning and reporting
5.
Provide on-site monitoring of historic preservation projects to ensure compliance with applicable cultural resource laws and the secretary of the interior's standards for historic preservation.
History and Archeology - Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and impact on particular civilization and cultures, and of preservation and archival techniques.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Use preservation principles, themes, and philosphies present within the Historic Preservation field and within the National Park Service.
7.
Review technical publications, attend technical conference and professional society meetings to keep current on latest developments in history and cultural resources.
8.
Knowledge of the cultural resources common to the Mid-Atlantic region, together with a broad, well-rounded knowledge of American history, and a specialized understanding of all of the specific historical themes which are significant to the regional parks and its historical resources.
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Provide guidance to park employees on specialized laws and executive orders such as the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and other Historic Preservation organizations and programs.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Makes oral presentations at workshops, meetings, etc.
11.
Oral communication is easily understood, and pertinent information is shared effectively with others.
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Oral presentations are well designed, informative, and clearly convey the intended message for the intended audience.
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Build and maintain effective work relationships with employees and external stakeholders.
14.
Evaluates, recommends, and implements changes in services or facilities.
Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct 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.
15.
Write in manuscript format at a level acceptable for professional publications, to express thoughts and present data clearly, and to develop ideas in logical sequence in research studies, surveys, reports, management plans, instructions, guides, etc.
16.
Communicate effectively in writing with professional and non-professional audiences.
17.
Prepare the development of basic plans, proposals, field documentation, and specifications for cultural resources projects.
18.
Prepare written technical documents, such as guidelines, complex narrative reports, letters and memoranda.