- Position Title
- Lands Program Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-SACN-24-12173748-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, December 8, 2023 to Thursday, December 14, 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 temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Lands Technician, GS-1101-07 position. 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 minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position. Your application materials must support the answers you claim in this assessment. If not, you will be found not qualified or your score will be lowered.
Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Assist in resolving ownership issues such as land transfers, building permits, zoning issues relating to easement terms and conditions.
3.
Assist coordinating additions or revisions of land management and easement programs.
4.
Make on-site inspections to obtain complete information and discuss development options with landowners.
5.
Serve as the secondary contact with the Damage Assessment National Program Office for all lands violation cases.
6.
Provide answers and information concerning scenic easement and general land use questions.
7.
Assist in interpreting real properly documents such as: deeds, plats, legal descriptions, Titles and other ownership evidence documents, easements, exchange agreements, special use permits, maps, aerial photographs, etc., associated with general land management and use activities.
8.
Explain and discuss land management uses, practices and policies to individuals with differing opinions, viewpoints, and backgrounds.
Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Assist in the oversight and monitoring of ownership changes of the scenic easements.
10.
Assist federal, state, and local government planning officials to implement best management practices in agency comprehensive management plans.
11.
Provide recommendations to higher level staff for approval/denial concerning landowner requests such as to cut vegetation, alter landscapes, remodel, or enlarge homes etc.
12.
Assist in identifying structures in excess of in need of disposal.
13.
Prepare Board or Survey documents to remove excess structures from real property records.
14.
Assist in the coordination of response and restoration activities for all land violation cases.
15.
Coordinate field logistics for monitoring scenic easements, and agricultural use and right-of way (ROW) programs.
Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on the job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Ensure current and correct ownership data is filed with municipalities and county government offices.
17.
Research right-of'-way, deeds, aerial photography, field maps, GIS shape files, etc. prior to conducting field assessments.
18.
Provide accurate information to landowners and potential landowners on restrictions and procedures necessary to comply with the easement terms and conditions.
19.
Assists in interpretation of scenic easements to higher level staff.
20.
Assist in maintaining real property records, ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
21.
Use land surveying principles and techniques to collect field data.
22.
Prepare case incident reports to describe or document violation of law, events, or conditions of resources (e.g., scenic easements wildlife, air quality, water resources, beach erosion, historical structures, trails, archeological resources, etc.).
23.
Apply real property management policies, procedures, and practices.
Technical Application: Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate 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.
24.
Assist with database management to track land ownership and use, easement status, tract history and easement violations.
25.
Assist in coordinating GIS projects related to the scenic easement, agricultural use, and right-of-way (ROW) programs.
26.
Make improvements in the management of the scenic easement and land management database.
27.
Utilize LIDAR, Trimble, and other technology to conduct field assessment and prepare maps, shape files, etc.
28.
Maintain a database/catalog of scenic easements for present and future use.
29.
Prepare maps and reports for visitors, staff, and other federal, state and local government bodies.
30.
Use software packages related to land management and communication such as ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, email, Microsoft Office, etc.
31.
Use a Global Positioning Satellite system (GPS) to navigate for non-highway use.