- Position Title
- Social Science Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1539-IMDO-22-11636984-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, September 7, 2022 to Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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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 location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
2.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Social Science Technician, GS-0102-09. From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for the position. Read all the 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. YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL FOUND TO BE NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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From the descriptions below (A through B) select the one response that best describes how your background meets the qualifications requirements for Social Science Technician, GS-0102-09 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you 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. Your application materials must support the answers you claim in this assessment. If not, you will be found not qualified or your score will be lowered.
For the task statements below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Be sure to describe your experience that supports your responses to the task statements below, in your resume or other application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skill levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but I have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without supervision from a senior employee. E- I have supervised performance of this task and/or I have trained other in performance and/am normally consulted by others as an expert for assistance in performing this task.
Data Management: Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and tools of data management, such as modeling techniques, data backup, data recovery, data dictionaries, data warehousing, data mining, data disposal, and data standardization processes
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Organize, manage, and consolidate data and data sets into appropriate formats.
3.
Ensure data is securely stored and backed up.
4.
Create easily accessible and useable data sets.
5.
Document methodologies and approaches for data storage.
Public Planning: Knowledge of functions, principles, methods, and techniques of public planning, including those related to community planning, outdoor recreation planning, and natural resource management, such as demand forecasting, environmental impact analysis, financial forecasting, and land use planning and zoning.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Understanding of visitor use management frameworks, including the Interagency Visitor Use Management Framework.
7.
Apply data to inform visitor use management planning, including desired conditions, indicators, and thresholds.
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Knowledge of visitor use management and social science theory, approaches, and methods for informing planning.
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Knowledge of constraints, barriers, and negotiation strategies related to outdoor recreation access to address Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility needs in visitor use management planning.
Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Development and recommendation of data collection approaches for visitor use management.
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Assessment and development of monitoring protocols related to visitor use and experience.
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Inferential statistical analysis of visitor use data.
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Descriptive statistical analysis of visitor use data.
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Understanding of visitor use management theory, principles, and approaches for research.
Teaches others: Helps others learn; identifies training needs; provides constructive reinforcement; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Assess and learn from other programs to inform the creation of new visitor use management training opportunities.
16.
Identify essential skills to enhance visitor use management expertise among park staff through trainings.
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Administration of trainings, workshops, or events to develop visitor use management skills among park staff.
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Train field crews, volunteers, and park staff in basic data collection procedures.
19.
Organization of events and groups in both in-person and virtual settings.
Technical Competence: Knowledge of how to perform one's job. Refers to specialized knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Deploying passive visitor monitoring equipment, like pneumatic vehicle counters, infrared trail counters, etc..
21.
Manage and maintain visitor monitoring equipment (e.g. pneumatic vehicle counters, trail counters, radar counters, game cameras, etc.).
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Navigate the development of surveys with consideration of the Programmatic Review Process.
23.
Adapt to dynamic conditions in the field.
Written Communication: Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Communicate with diverse audiences, from the general public to leadership.
25.
Communicates visitor use management methods, analysis, and recommendations from results in clear and succinct ways.
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Identifies potentials issues and challenges, and clearly communicates them to supervisor.