- Position Title
- Park Ranger (Protection)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NS-1543-MWRO-24-12107491-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, September 11, 2023 to Monday, October 2, 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:
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.
- 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
The National Park Service (NPS) - National Staffing Office (NSO) announces for temporary seasonal positions in groups.
In order to provide the National Park Service with quality candidates, it is important that applicants are willing and able to perform seasonal work at the park locations listed in this announcement. Please ensure the locations you select accurately represent your availability to work at those locations. You may select all locations within this announcement.
Please visit find a park for additional park information.
In order to provide the National Park Service with quality candidates, it is important that applicants are willing and able to perform seasonal work at the park locations listed in this announcement. Please ensure the locations you select accurately represent your availability to work at those locations. You may select all locations within this announcement.
Please visit find a park for additional park information.
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
I certify that the locations I've selected for this job opportunity are the locations that I am able and willing to perform seasonal work at. To the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in these preferences are 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.
3.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
4.
Select the specialties you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one specialty.
5.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Work Schedule Preference
1.
You may choose multiple options:
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
What work schedule(s) are you willing to accept?
Assessment 1
BASIC EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for ParkRanger (Protection)GS-0025-05
1.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience and/or education requirements for a Park Ranger (Protection-EMT), GS-0025-05 position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you 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.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for ParkRanger (Protection)GS-0025-07
2.
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience and/or education requirements for a Park Ranger (Protection-EMT), GS-0025-07 position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you 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.
3.
In addition to the requirements in the question 1 above, selectees must possess or be able to obtain a National Park Service, Level I or Level II, Law Enforcement Commission by entrance on duty date, which requires successful completion of an approved Law Enforcement Training Program. 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, as indicated below, to be considered qualified for this position.
4.
This position has a mandatory requirement that applicants for this position must be at least 21 years of age. Please select one response that best describes how you meet this requirement.
Emergency Medical Technician Consideration
5.
Certified Emergency Medical Technician by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization.
Important Notes:
Important Notes:
- Some parks require Park Ranger (Protection) to be certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT).
- To be referred for the EMT designation, you must meet the following Selective Placement Factors in addition to the Park Ranger (Protection) qualification standards.
- All applications will be reviewed for Park Ranger (Protection) without EMT certifications, however, EMT are additional specialties that applicants can be considered for Emergency Medical Technician designation.
- Applicants must be certified by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization in order to be referred for the EMT designation.
- You MUST indicate in your resume the expiration date of your certificate.
Emergency Medical Responder or First Responder Consideration
6.
Certified Emergency Medical Responder or First Responder by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization.
Important Notes:
Important Notes:
- Some parks require Park Ranger (Protection) to be certified Emergency Medical Responder or First Responder (FR).
- To be referred for the FR designation, you must meet the following Selective Placement Factors in addition to the Park Ranger (Protection) qualification standards.
- All applications will be reviewed for Park Ranger (Protection) without FR certifications, however, FR are additional specialties that applicants can be considered for Emergency Medical Responder or First Responder designation.
- Applicants must be certified by the National Registry OR by a State EMS organization in order to be referred for the FR designation.
- You MUST indicate in your resume the expiration date of your certificate.
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE SECTION: THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT ALL RESPONSES. IF NOT, YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED AND/OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Criminal Law - knowledge of state and federal criminal laws, including procedures, regulations, guidelines, and precedents related to admissibility of evidence and prosecution.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Enforce resource protection laws and regulations to ensure resources are protected and violations are minimized.
8.
Gain and maintain a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures, including knowledge of the practical application of the 4th Amendment.
9.
Gather evidence at crime and accident scenes to resolve potential violations.
10.
Perform road patrols and traffic enforcement to interact with visitors to determine compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
11.
Provide specific or complex information in various ways to inform others about park policies or regulations, controversial or sensitive topics, etc.
12.
Develop and implement targeted enforcement strategies to address crime in specific areas.
Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of intelligence operations; public safety and security operations; occupational health and safety; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, and property.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Search persons to determine possession of contraband or illegal property.
14.
Use and maintain defensive equipment (e.g., Taser, pepper spray, batons) ensuring proper functioning while performing law enforcement duties.
15.
Perform crowd/traffic control in adversarial, contentious, or otherwise sensitive situations.
16.
Intervene in violent confrontations between difficult or distressed individuals to prevent, diffuse, or resolve the conflict.
17.
Communicate over the radio and conduct traffic stops in a fluent manner.
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.
18.
Resolve conflicts or disputes of a non-violent nature to protect public safety and security.
19.
Interview witnesses and suspects to obtain information about an event or incident.
20.
Verify facts to determine events, causes, and those involved in situation.
21.
Communicate with injured or sick persons to provide appropriate emergency medical care.
22.
Communicate with internal and external partners in a manner which furthers professional relationships and on-scene collaboration.
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.
23.
Complete forms, documents, or routine reports (e.g., violation notices, case incident reports, search and rescue reports, wildland fire reports, daily patrol logs, etc.).
24.
Issue written warnings and/or citations to stop violative behavior and resolve the situation.
25.
Use computer and related software to perform law enforcement related tasks (e.g., email, internet search, word processing to document findings, required online training, etc).
26.
Document evidence gathered at crime and accident scenes to ensure an organized investigation.
27.
Prepare investigative reports and supporting documents for use in court.
28.
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.