- Position Title
- Park Ranger (FACILITIES)
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Announcement Number
- AKDE-23-11765802-SJB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, January 19, 2023 to Thursday, February 2, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
- I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
- I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
- I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
- My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
- I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
- I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
- I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
- My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Minimum qualifications for Park Ranger (Facilities) GS-0025-05 or GS-0025-07
1.
From the descriptions below, select the ONE response that best describes how you meet the basic requirement for Park Ranger, GS-0025-05.
2.
If you answered A or C to the question above, please indicate the job title, employer or organization, and dates for the position(s) in which you performed these duties. Make certain that your resume supports your answer and that it includes the hours per week which you worked. If you did not answer A or C, then input NA.
(limit 150 characters)
3.
From the description below, select ONE response that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications of a Park Ranger GS-0025-07.
4.
If you answered A or D to the question above, please indicate the job title, employer or organization, and dates for the position(s) in which you performed these duties. Make certain that your resume supports your answer and that it includes the hours per week which you worked. If you did not answer A or D, then input NA.
(limit 150 characters)
Vehicle Operation - Knowledge and ability to operate trucks, Off Highway Vehicles (OHV), and trailer operation
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle knowing when to engage the 4-wheel drive feature.
6.
Change a flat tire without direct supervision or assistance.
7.
Attach a trailer safely and properly to a vehicle.
8.
Operate and maneuver a 4-wheel drive vehicle with a trailer attached in small spaces. (
9.
Operate 4 wheel drive off road vehicles/ATV's
10.
Load and secure vehicles and equipment on trailers in a safe manner.
Customer Service - Works and communicates with clients, contractors, volunteers and customers (e.g., any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit provides, including individuals who work in your agency or in other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to satisfy their expectations. Committed to quality.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Provide customer service in a busy visitor center environment or similar facility and handle sometimes stressful interactions with public with tact and diplomacy.
12.
Lead tours, providing visual and other methods of interpretation to ensure a superior recreational experience.
13.
In remote areas advise visitors on the safety procedures they should follow to remain safe in the wilderness.
14.
Post daily weather, resource/wildlife hazards, and road conditions for the safety of visitors; closing areas when conditions warrant.
15.
Inspect facilities ensuring compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to parking, campfires, noise level, sanitation, and safety.
Building and Construction - Knowledge of the materials, methods, systems, and the tools used to construct objects, structures, and buildings.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Make decisions of the day-to-day operation and maintenance needs of recreation facilities while managing time efficiently and without direct supervision.
17.
Coordinate projects identified in the annual work plan; including planning, designing, surveying, constructing, and maintaining of trails, campsites, etc., as required.
18.
Maintain hand tools, trimmers, and lawn mowers.
19.
Demonstrate the proper use of safety techniques during the use of construction and maintenance equipment such as hand tools, trimmers, and lawn mowers.
20.
Use of construction and maintenance equipment such as hand tools, trimmers, lawn mowers and demonstrating property safety techniques during use.
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.
21.
Staff information desk in contact station, providing regulatory, safety, recreation, and orientation information to the public.
22.
Multi-task in a busy, high-performance environment and handle sometimes stressful interactions with public with tact and diplomacy.
23.
Communicate effectively with visitors, volunteers, and agency partners to obtain their cooperation, identify and resolve problems or apparent violations of regulations concerning the use of protected or public land areas, and to carry out overall agency policies and procedures within campground and recreational areas.
24.
Work with people from other countries or cultures providing exceptional customer service while maintaining respect for differences or diversity.
Self-Management - Sets well defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
25.
Support campground hosts in ferrying supplies to them and assisting them with their campground projects.
26.
Develop and revise environmental education programs and materials.
27.
Perform campground housekeeping including, but not limited to picking up trash, cleaning toilets and replacing supplies, shoveling out fire grates in campsites, and minor grounds keeping such as pruning brush and painting small structures.
28.
Perform written communication including but not limited to work orders, field reports, and incident reports.
29.
Perform oral communication including but not limited to delivering the information to the appropriate staff upon completion of field work.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
30.
I am willing to work a temporary seasonal position not-to-exceed 1,039 hours in a field season.
31.
I am willing to work long days if necessary, which may include working on holidays, weekends, and evenings.
32.
I am willing to lift and carry equipment and supplies for extended distances.
33.
I am willing and able to travel via boat and fixed-winged aircraft.
34.
I am willing to wear a BLM uniform.
35.
I am willing to work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
36.
I am willing to undergo all required federal background checks necessary for this position.
37.
Do you possess a current valid state (any state) driver's license?
38.
I have the experience and physical capability to work in the following conditions. Choose all that apply:
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
39.
I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI.
40.
Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below: