- Position Title
- Landscape Architect
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-DSC-23-11941904-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 26, 2023 to Friday, May 5, 2023
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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 lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Qualifications
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
Thank you for your interest in the Landscape Architect position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Basic Requirements for the Landscape Architect position.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes your experience or education as it pertains to the basic requirements for this Landscape Architect
GS-0807 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
GS-0807 position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Landscape Architect GS-9 position.
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From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Landscape Architect work at the GS-09 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Landscape Architect GS-11 position.
3.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Landscape Architect work at the GS-11 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Landscape Architect GS-12 position.
4.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Landscape Architect work at the GS-12 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
For the questions below, please select the best answer or answers 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.
Your responses will be used to determine minimum eligibility and qualification requirements. Be sure that your experience as listed in your application materials supports your responses to the questions below. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience that 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.
Landscape Architecture - Knowledge of the concepts, theories, and practices used in the planning, designing, construction, and adaptation of outdoor features, taking into consideration recreation planning, requirements, aesthetic value, and compatibility with other developments and resources.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Apply landscape architecture concepts, theories, and practices within the production of park planning or environmental analysis documents.
6.
Serve a key role in the production of interdisciplinary park planning, design and analysis projects involving a variety of professional technical disciplines.
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Utilize scientific and technical data related to landscape architecture planning and design.
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Engage stakeholders and the public to gather input and better understand community interests and needs for park planning management activities.
9.
Integrate justice, equity, diversity and inclusion into inclusive planning processes and related products and communications.
Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Provide written sections of planning and design documents for decision makers and the public.
11.
Provide research and preparation of compliance documentation, including sections of environmental assessments or other resource compliance documents.
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Make technical information accessible to a variety of internal and external audiences.
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Gather information and data from project staff and operational personnel for park planning, recreation management, environmental and other resource analysis projects.
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Analyze public input on proposed projects and provide responses, summaries, draft modifications, and/or recommendations.
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Develop compelling and accurate written material for decision makers and the public.
Leadership - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary team on projects that involved cooperation among team members to resolve complex resource and design issues.
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Exercise collaborative working relationships that foster open and inclusive communications with individuals, partner agencies, and other groups and organizations.
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
Verification Statement
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.