- Position Title
- Park Ranger (P)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1541-GLCA-23-12117647-ST Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, September 14, 2023 to Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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 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.
3.
Do you meet one of the following Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
- Current Federal or former employees with career or career- conditional appointments in the competitive service that hold, or have held a career or career-conditional position at a lower grade level as the position being announced; or,
- Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) eligibles
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your competitive status or a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
4.
Are you a former member of the Public Lands Corps (PLC) who has served the time required for completing a PLC project carried out on Federal land within the preceding 2 years (an individuals eligibility for NCE under this authority shall not exceed 2 years after completion of his/her last PLC project), and:
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
• Served as a qualified youth on an appropriate conservation project completing a minimum of 640 hours of satisfactory service that included at least 120 hours through the PLC (individuals must provide a copy of the "Certificate of Eligibility for NCE Hiring Based on PLC Service" and the complete PLC Participant Work Hours Verification Form with your application package in order to be considered under this hiring authority), and
• Meet OPM qualification standards and any other qualification requirement(s) stated in this vacancy announcement for the position in which you are applying.
5.
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.
6.
Are you a current or former employee of a land management agency (Forest Service; Bureau of Land Management; National Park Service; Fish and Wildlife Service; Bureau of Indian Affairs; or Bureau of Reclamation) who:
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
- was originally hired to a time-limited position under a competitive appointment; and,
- served one or more time-limited appointments at a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of two or more years; and,
- performed at an acceptable level of service during each period of service; and,
- if no longer employed by the land management agency, have been separated for no more than two years, and departed that position in good standing.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide documentation for the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) eligibility, which includes ALL Appointment AND Termination SF-50s for EACH appointment as well as ALL performance evaluations, for each qualifying period of temporary employment claimed.
For more information, review Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA).
7.
Do you meet one of the following Non-Competitive Merit Promotion Eligibilities:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
- Disabled veteran receiving 30% or more disability compensation from the VA;
- Transfer, reassignment or reinstatement eligible: current Federal or former employee with career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service that hold, or have previously held a career or career-conditional position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being announced; or,
- Individual eligible under other non-competitive appointment authorities such as: Veterans Recruitment Authority; Military spouses under E.O. 13473; Certain former overseas employees; Present and former Peace Corps, Vista or Action volunteers; Former White House staff; Present and former Foreign Service officers and employees; Certain National Guard technicians; Schedule A; OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation. For example, a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service; a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50); etc. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.
8.
Are you a veteran whose latest discharge was under honorable conditions AND you:
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
- served three or more years of continuous active duty service in the military (Note: if released shortly before completing a 3-year tour, you are considered to meet the eligibility); OR,
- are entitled to veterans' preference?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
9.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions and you:
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
- recently separated (within the past 3 years)
- are a disabled veteran
- served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition OR
- received an Armed Forces Service Medal
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
My performance is at an acceptable level and I am not serving under a formal Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
3.
One or more positions advertised through this vacancy announcement may be required occupant positions. The employee will be required to reside in government assigned housing. Rent will be automatically deducted from your pay on a pre-tax basis. Are you willing to accept a required occupant position? If you select "No" you will not receive consideration for required occupant positions.
Assessment 1
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.
GS-0025-11 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out)
1.
From the description below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for the Park Ranger (Protection), GS-0025-11 position. Read all the responses before making your selection. If you do not meet the requirements of this question or leave this question blank, you will be rated ineligible. NOTE: Your resume must support the response you select.
Primary Law Enforcement Experience (Selective Factor)
2.
This is a covered secondary law enforcement position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S. C. 8336(c) (CSRS) and 8412(d) (FERS). Applicants for this position must possess experience gained by substantial service in a primary law enforcement position. Please select the response below that best describes how you meet this requirement.
Level I Law Enforcement Commission (Screen Out)
3.
You must possess a Level I Law Enforcement Commission by the closing date of this announcement, which requires successful completion of FLETC Land Management Police Training (LMPT). Please select the response 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 this position. You must document how you meet this requirement, as indicated below, to be considered qualified for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Recognize potential violation of Federal, State, and local laws to resolve problems and enforce laws.
5.
Gain and maintain working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures.
6.
Understand and enforce natural and cultural resource regulations and violations.
7.
Gather evidence at crime and accident scenes to resolve potential violations.
8.
Issue written warnings and/or citations, affect arrests to stop volatile behavior, and resolve the situation.
9.
Serve as field team leader of all-hazard operation such as search and rescue.
10.
Direct a staff performing emergency operations in boating and direct a staff performing emergency operations such as search and rescue and/or medical response.
11.
Interact with staff and public in emergency or critical incident operations.
12.
Work as Incident Commander or integral positions of ICS on large incidents of the Incident Command System.
13.
Initiate, plan, and write incident action plans and implement hasty searches for lost persons.
14.
Direct staff performing emergency operations in structural fire response.
15.
Provide or arrange for training and development opportunities for employee related to the performance of their duties and responsibilities that resulted in improvement in the organizations in visitor and resource protection services.
16.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of subordinate employees and all phases of the operation on an annual and day to day basis, in compliance with the annual performance standards.
17.
Schedule employees to work in multiple shifts and at multiple locations. Work as a timekeeper in a computerized program.
18.
Monitor employee performance to include issuing performance appraisals, training plans, career paths, performance, awards, and acknowledge employee accomplishments. Counsel employees on performance plans and disciplinary issues.
19.
Assure that all supervisory and personnel management responsibilities are carried out according to federal laws and policies by staff, including the recruitment, selection, training, counseling, and evaluation of permanent and seasonal employees.
20.
Provide information orally to inform visitors about park resources (e.g., wildlife, air quality, water quality, water resources, beach erosion, historical structures, trails, archaeological resources, etc.) to ensure any necessary action is initiated.
21.
Describe the impact of a violation to the preservation of natural and cultural resources to educate the visitors.
22.
Articulate to staff the needs of the operation and give direction to subordinates.
23.
Communicates and notifies staff, supervisor, individuals, partners, or offices orally or in writing of decisions, problems, and if further action is needed.
24.
Coordinate operations with other park work units, cooperating agencies, park neighbors, and/or concessionaires.
25.
Search persons to determine possession of contraband or illegal property.
26.
Use and maintain defensive equipment (e.g., Taser, pepper spray, batons) ensuring proper functioning while performing law enforcement duties.
27.
Intervene in violent confrontations between difficult or distressed individuals to prevent, diffuse, or resolve the conflict.
28.
Interrogate suspects to obtain information about an event or incident.