- Position Title
- Recreation Assistant
- Agency
- Forest Service
- Announcement Number
- 23-JCOCR-EAST-0189-4-5-DP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, May 8, 2023 to Tuesday, May 7, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Are you a current or former Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
COE
1.
Do you understand that this is a testing designated position which requires a negative test result for illegal drug use prior to appointment and randomly thereafter?
2.
Do you understand that this position requires the incumbent to obtain a CDL with passenger endorsement within 90 days of appointment?
3.
Do you understand that you must obtain and maintain all applicable Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certifications before you can be promoted to the full performance level as GS-5.
4.
Do you understand this position may require physical exertion, recurring bending, and crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or recurring lifting of light to moderately items such as supplies?
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience and/or education needed to qualify for this position.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Recreation Assistant at the GS-04 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. Experience claimed must be supported in your resume. Transcripts must be provided with the application if qualifying based on education.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Recreation Assistant at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. Experience claimed must be supported in your resume. Transcripts must be provided with the application if qualifying based on education.
The following section is used to identify knowledge, skills and abilities. Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities.
4.
Schedules, coordinates, and supervises recurring group activities.
5.
Serves as a lifeguard and water safety instructor.
6.
Arrange recreational facility schedules.
7.
Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
8.
Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
9.
Supervise students during recreational activities.
10.
Meet individually with students to discuss day-to-day problems.
11.
Give practical advice and counsel to students.
12.
Propose solutions to routine problems without imposing personal values.
13.
Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, degree, and/or completion of trade or vocational school program.
14.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.