- Position Title
- Animal Caretaker
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- SE-1628-CARL-23-12207954-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, November 28, 2023 to Tuesday, December 12, 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.
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of an Animal Caretaker without more than normal supervision (Screen Out).
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for an Animal Caretaker, WG-5048-07 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. 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 ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
We will evaluate our resume and responses to the Questionnaire to determine you are among the best qualified for the position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documents.
Technical Practices (Theoretical, precise, artistic).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Manages and maintains a breeding tracking system.
3.
Feeds, waters, and grooms animals.
4.
Observes health of animals; recognizing illness, injuries, and/or other issues.
5.
Removes and/or controls barn complex pests.
6.
Evaluates pasture conditions, making decisions when and where to rotate animals.
7.
Cleans animal stalls, pens, houses, and farm related equipment.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Uses levels and squares to fit items.
9.
Uses tape measure to cut wood to required size.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Provides basic first aid to livestock.
11.
Administers medicines to livestock.
12.
Follows veterinarian guidance regarding serious medical issues.
13.
Monitors conditions of/and performs routine repairs to historic farm structures.
14.
Provides pregnancy support and birthing assistance to livestock.
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Transports livestock in double stock trailers and/or trucks.
16.
Operates mowers and tractors to conduct haying and pasture maintenance operations.
17.
Maintains a variety of farm equipment (e.g., animal waterers, and tack and controller boxes).
Knowledge of Materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Uses proper methods for transporting food, tools, and gasoline.
19.
Arranges for humane transfer of livestock.
Dexterity and Safety
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Ensures human and livestock safety.
21.
Recognizes farm safety hazards and take proper steps to mitigate them.