- Position Title
- Educational Technician (Olelo Hawai'i - Hawaiian Language)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1547-HALE-23-11962858-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, May 17, 2023 to Wednesday, June 7, 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.
Would you accept a term 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.
3.
Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience.
4.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Educational Technician position with the National Park Service. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications for this position. Please carefully follow all instructions before submitting your responses. You must select only ONE response for each item. If you change a response, be certain to erase (unclick) the incorrect response before you submit the application. Once you have submitted your application, items with more than one response or items that are left blank will not receive credit. THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND AS NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for Educational Technician GS-1702-05.
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From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for the Educational Technician, GS-1702-05 position(s). Read all 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 requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Selective Factor - Must have language proficiency in Olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian Language) and English reading, writing, and speaking in order to conduct programs in Olelo Hawaii and English to meet park and director goals for the National Park Service in reaching native communities.
2.
In addition to the requirements in the question 1 above, selectees must be proficient in Olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian Language) and English reading, writing, and speaking. Please select the response below that best describes your qualifications in this area. If you do not meet the requirements of this selective factor, you will be rated ineligible for these positions. Applicants must document how they meet this requirement to be considered qualified for this position.
Education and Training - Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Present established and new curriculum-based education and distance learning programs for diverse audiences.
4.
Evaluate of educational programs and assess overall understanding, effectiveness, quality, activities, methods and techniques.
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Assist with training others in preparing and presenting curriculum-based education and distance learning programs and activities, engagement of students, and safety practices.
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Present at training workshops for diverse audiences.
Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communication information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Organize, maintain, inventory, and replenish program supplies. Coordinate repair of equipment and materials.
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Maintain and support existing reservation system with program availability and program guidelines and provide audiences with tools for a successful site visit and distance learning.
9.
Maintain statistics and other information that are regularly recorded and reported according to procedures.
Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Organize logistics, gather materials and equipment to conduct outdoor field science and resource education programs.
11.
Prepare and present biological, ecological, Earth sciences, and natural resources programs in an outdoor classroom to audiences of diverse ethnicities, ages, sizes and special needs.
12.
Utilize teaching techniques unique to an outdoor setting (i.e., resource exploration, and hands on experiments).
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Engage groups of students employing multiple group management techniques (i.e., attention getters and setting group behavior expectations).
14.
Act as a point of contact, articulate program descriptions, policies, and requirements.
15.
Conduct physically challenging activities for students (grades K-12), such as hikes in mountainous
terrain in changing weather conditions or at high elevations.
terrain in changing weather conditions or at high elevations.
Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended
audience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Express information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately
17.
Write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
18.
Assist in editing curriculum, handouts, announcements, workshops, training, and assessment and evaluation materials.
19.
Write to promote programs and public relations for digital audiences like social media.
Conflict Management - Manages and resolves conflicts, confrontations, and disagreements in a positive and constructive manner to
minimize negative personal impact.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Resolve issues at the lowest level by meeting one-on-one with team members.
21.
Take action to address behavior issues to ensure employees treat each other with respect and encourage a professional environment.
22.
Model a brave and safe space to allow others to be open and honest to resolve conflict.
Creative Thinking - Uses imagination to develop new insights into situations and applies new solutions to problems; designs new methods where established methods and procedures are not suitable or are unavailable.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Display creativity by deviating from traditional methods in developing new procedures.
24.
Assist in organizing and leading cross-divisional work groups in developing creative solutions to address problems.
25.
Work collaboratively with peers, supervisors and partners to identify and plan new opportunities and initiatives that reach the organization's goals.
Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with uncertainty.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Adapt programs to meet present needs and trends as changes occur.
27.
Take feedback into consideration while implementing organizational change.
28.
Adjust project plan based on input from staff and stakeholders.
Customer Service - Works and communicates with clients 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 services.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
29.
Represent the agency by modeling leadership behavior on and off site for regular operations, community outreaches, gatherings, and special events.
30.
Show understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well with people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
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Promote and encourage a "speak up" culture and a work environment that values diversity, equality, mutual respect, and safety.