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Position Title
Lead Wilderness Information Assistant
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
PWR-1548-SR-24-12190566-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, November 27, 2023 to Monday, December 4, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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:
  • 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.
 
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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.
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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:
  • 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.
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating. (limit characters)
3. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (MUST include beginning and ending month/year e.g., 5/2019-10/2019 or 5/10/2019-10/20/2019), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the exact hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Hiking and Backpacking skills (Selective Factor) (limit characters)
1. This position has a mandatory selective placement factor. In order to provide accurate information regarding trail conditions and assistance to the visitors and backcountry staff, you will be expected to perform wilderness patrols of up to 15 miles per day carrying packs weighing up to 40 pounds. You will be hiking over terrain that may be rugged and you will likely experience inclement weather conditions. From the description below, select the most appropriate response. Failure to answer the question will result in an ineligible rating. (limit characters)
Minimum Qualifications, Lead Wilderness Information Assistant, GS-0303-06 (limit characters)
2. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience requirements for the Lead Wilderness Information Assistant, GS-0303-06. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. 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.

THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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Interpersonal Skills (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 information to the public concerning an area or location (e.g., points of interest, available services, rules and guidelines, maps or directions).
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4. Provide information to the public regarding wilderness backpacking and camping guidelines.
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5. Initiate resource-related conversations with visitors to encourage compliance with resource regulations.
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6. Instruct visitors in Leave No Trace minimum impact camping practices (Leave No Trace Master Certification considered expert).
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7. Oversee opening and closing shift functions to ensure proper operation of duty location according to standard operating procedures.
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Technology Application (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Operate automated reservations systems to make, change and cancel reservations.
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9. Operate equipment (e.g., electronic cash register, credit card machine, calculator or point of sale systems) to collect and track various forms of payment (e.g., cash, credit cards, checks, etc.).
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10. Verify transaction records, including money collected and stock sold, to complete shift reports.
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Stamina (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Hike in backcountry/wilderness areas for moderate periods of time (e.g., 3-7 nights).
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12. Camp in backcountry/wilderness areas in a way that reflects knowledge of minimum impact (e.g., Leave No Trace) camping.
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13. Navigate in the backcountry using map and compass, or GPS equipment.
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14. Backpack or hike in mountainous or other rough terrain carrying a heavy backpack.
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15. Perform work in remote areas with limited supervision.
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Technical Competence (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
16. Conduct patrols in extreme environmental conditions using navigational aides such as, GPS, maps, and a compass.
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17. Patrol area routes and trails to check for visitor compliance with rules and monitor the condition of area resources.
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18. Explain the importance of rules or regulations concerning the protection of the area's resources, and the safety of visitors.
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19. Gather information from reporting parties concerning accidents/incidents within the area to notify appropriate personnel.
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20. Restrict access to an area during emergency situations (e.g., roping off areas, directing traffic, crowd control, etc.).
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21. Perform emergency medical treatment appropriate for current level of training and responsibility.
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Leadership (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
22. Establish daily and weekly itineraries for self and associated staff conducting operational Wilderness patrols.
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23. Identifies operational priorities and needs and communicates directly to the Program Manager.
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24. Provides job training to new employees related to wilderness information center operations and fee collection.
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