- Position Title
- Police Officer
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-USPP-23-12091216-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, August 24, 2023 to Friday, February 23, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
2.
Enter the number of MONTHS of Federal service experience you have attained as a firefighter, law enforcement or air traffic controller.
3.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
4.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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5.
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.
6.
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 location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Police Officer position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Police Officer position
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Private work at the SP-1 level or equivalent.
2.
Select the statement that best describes your current vision or eyesight.
(Candidates will be required to pass a medical examination prior to receiving a tentative job offer)
(Candidates will be required to pass a medical examination prior to receiving a tentative job offer)
Select "Yes" or "No" to the following question(s).
3.
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
Have you been convicted of three or more misdemeanor offenses or convicted of a misdemeanor in the past two years?
5.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
6.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime of domestic violence?
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. Be sure to describe your experience that supports your answers to the questions below, in your resume or application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skill levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience 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. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but I have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job, with dose supervision from supervisor or senior employee D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without supervision from senior employee. E- I am regarded as an expert in performing this task, and/or have trained others (or am consulted by others) on how to do it. Knowledge of the laws, principles, and procedures used in apprehending a criminal suspect, including policies for pursuit and proper use of force and capture such as Miranda rights Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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.
7.
Work with various colleagues in a professional manner and demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
8.
Deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
9.
Work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds in order to provide service.
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.
Communicate orally and disseminates information to diverse audiences.
Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, 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.
11.
Communicate effectively with others in complex interpersonal individual and group situations demonstrating tact and discretion.
Verification Statement
12.
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.