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Position Title
Recreation Assistant
Agency
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Announcement Number
R5-23-12095728-JL-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 to Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?

If yes, confirm:
• 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.
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3. 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:
• 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.
(limit characters)
4. Are you a U.S. citizen or national?

 
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references. (limit characters)
1. Choose one answer below which best describes how your experience and/or education would qualify you for the Recreation Assistant position at the GS-6 grade level. (limit characters)
2. Choose one answer below which best describes how your experience and/or education would qualify you for the Recreation Assistant position at the GS-5 grade level. (limit characters)
Knowledge of visitor services and recreational management programs to support the management of recreational and wildlife related activities. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Provide timely and accurate information about access procedures, management programs, recreational and wildlife related activities, and refuge regulations to the general public.
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4. Manage recreational and wildlife related programs.
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5. Incorporate ecological relationships and habitat needs into environmental education and interpretive programing.
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6. Use various interpretation techniques, with special emphasis on programs for children, to help relay information about natural resource management and environmental issues.
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Skill in using a variety of communication mediums (print, social media, basic computer software programs), and use those skills to effectively communicate and market to targeted groups. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
7. Communicate effectively with staff, partners, and community members, concerning outreach events/activities.
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8. Assist in planning special events which support outreach and marketing activities both on and off-site.
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9. Give presentations both with and without a variety of audiovisual and other equipment (i.e. powerpoint, prezi, other computer programs) to students, teachers, and administrators in a variety of settings
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10. Develop universal outreach and marketing materials for use both on and off-site.
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11. Use social media and local media (facebook, Instagram, twitter, local papers, etc.) to keep the public aware or programs and activities.
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Ability to communicate information through use of environmental education and interpretation to varied audiences. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
12. Assist with the development and delivery of public interpretive and educational programs and activities for the general public and organized groups such as schools and/or scouts.
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13. Conduct classroom learning activities, including but not limited to lectures, activities and exercises, audio-visual media, technology, field trips and exchanges, group discussions or other appropriate measures to stimulate attention and interest.
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14. Assist in conducting teacher environmental education training and orientation programs.
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15. Assist in the development of detailed curriculum plans of study to include objectives; activities; time estimates; required materials, alternatives and assessments for classroom instruction.
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16. Provide customer service in a fast-paced environment.
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Skill in scheduling, planning and organizing work. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Assisting in the management of schedules related to conferences, meetings and group visits
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18. Work with visiting groups on room setup, special needs, logistics, audio/visual and other program needs and technical support.
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19. Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, organizing and procurement of supplies, spreadsheets management, group calendars, and visitor use tracking documents.
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20. Implement evaluation metrics and adjust project outcomes to meet audience needs.
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21. 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 appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position. (limit characters)