- Position Title
- Animal Packer
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PWR-1548-SR-23-11716740-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 5, 2022 to Wednesday, December 21, 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.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
2.
As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
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.
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-Out)
1.
From the description below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the experience requirements for an Animal Packer position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. SELECT 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 ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
For the questions 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. You must document your experience in your resume. ANY SKILL THAT YOU INDICATE YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE WIT IN THE FOLLOWING OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SPECIFICALLY INCLUDED IN A WORK/EXPERIENCE BLOCK ON YOUR RESUME. If not, your score will be lowered or you may be found not qualified.
Technical Practices
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Lead a minimum of five (5) mules from a saddle horse over rough mountainous terrain up to 20-30 miles per day.
3.
Train young mules and horses - incorporate into operation to become safe, serviceable mountain animals.
4.
Transport horse and mule using a 2-horse trailer on narrow, winding mountain roads in all weather conditions
5.
Provide basic veterinarian care to horses and/or mules ie: bandaging wounds, applying ointments and administering antibiotics.
Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Follow verbal instructions as to which loads go to which backcountry camps.
7.
Comprehend verbal communications on route location to backcountry camp locations.
8.
Manage livestock grazing loose in the wilderness areas, including following local grazing regulations and policies.
9.
Follow instructions for administering medication to horses and mules.
Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Use hobbles and footropes while shoeing
11.
Use horse shoeing tools such as anvil, nippers, rasps, forge, etc.
12.
Skills in tack repair and maintenance, including field repairs to pack equipment on trails.
13.
Build and replace halters, britchens, beast collars, latigoes, billets and clinches.
Knowledge of materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Veterinary medicine to diagnose and treat minor animal symptoms.
15.
Pack mules correctly, being careful not to overload and sore.
16.
Knowledge of difference between horseshoes and mule shoes, nails, etc.
Dexterity and Safety
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Properly load, tie and secure loads to animals and tie string together.
18.
Compensate for irrational movement of livestock while riding and working around animals.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Measure and administer oral medicines and vaccines to horses or mules.
20.
Measure/Ration feed for stock use while in the backcountry for up to eight days.